The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt Remastered receives significant visual and gameplay upgrades
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, a free upgrade for existing owners, was released on September 29, 2026, bringing significant visual and gameplay enhancements to the acclaimed RPG. The remaster includes features such as ray tracing, updated textures, enhanced combat, revamped mount handling, a new skill tree, transmogrification, and an expanded photo mode. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a new DLC, Songs of the Past, planned for 2027.
Retro Gamer first reported on the new features, highlighting the extensive upgrades beyond just visuals. A recent patch, version 5.01, has further improved the visuals, addressing issues with brightness, color tonemapping, and shadows, and adding options like Bloom and Light Shafts for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users. Reviewers have largely praised the remaster for making the game feel modern and enjoyable, with Metro UK stating it is "everything I hoped it would be."
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Grab The Witcher 3 for cheap right now to get the remaster free next week
CD Projekt is offering a free upgrade to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered for all existing owners across PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC. The remaster, launching September 29, includes improved graphics and combat, along with free access to both expansions. Players looking to purchase the game can find significant discounts this weekend, particularly on PlayStation 5.
When is The Witcher 3 Remastered release time?
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will launch simultaneously worldwide on September 29 at 10am UTC. This free upgrade for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions. Players on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One will not receive the remaster but will get the DLCs for free.
The Witcher 3 Is 50% Off Ahead of Next Week’s Free Remaster Upgrade
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition is currently available at a 50% discount. This sale precedes the release of a free Remaster upgrade scheduled for next week.
What's new in The Witcher 3 Remastered?
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will include significant upgrades beyond just visuals, featuring enhanced combat, revamped mount handling, a new skill tree, and improved traversal. This free upgrade for existing owners also introduces new Witcher Signs FX, transmogrification, and expanded photo mode, alongside technical improvements like ray tracing and updated textures.
