We already knew that The Witcher 3 would be enriched next year with the Song of the Past expansion, but CD Projekt RED decided to surprise fans even more: it was announced during the Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live The Witcher 3 Remasteredan updated version of the game Tons of improvements to graphics, gameplay, and more. This version also includes two expansion packs for Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine.
Launch time is scheduled for September 29 yes PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 e PCalso through Battle.net for the first time. The remake will be Free upgrade For those who already own the base game.
Key new features in the remastered version
The official description talks about a profound update that touches every aspect of the experience. Graphics improvements include improved textures, revised global illumination, enhanced HDR, and improved ray tracing and path tracing on PC. The foliage has been completely redesigned and the entire game world is even more detailed.
On the technical side they arrived NVDIA DLSS 4.5, AMD FSR 4, Intel XeSS 2.0Native DirectX 12, dedicated support PS5 Pro,Xbox Play Anywhere,oltre a Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Features.
IL Combat becomes more dynamic Benefit from updated animations, new finishing moves, improved camera management and more believable monster behavior. Discovery also benefits from smoother movement and improved horse management.
Character progression has been modernized Completely revised skill tree. they also arrived Transformationimmersive meditation, expanded photo mode, new accessibility options, updated tutorials, an improved user interface, clearer mission tracking, and an overhaul of the loot system.