The launch of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Remastered Edition yes PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch 2 Now that it’s imminent, it’s available as a free download for those who already own the base game.
To prepare players for the update, CD Projekt RED has released a global map featuring launch timewhich you can find below. As shown, for Italy and other countries within CEST, the debut time is set to Tuesday, September 29th, tomorrow at 12:00regardless of the platform.
No preload
It should be noted that this is not when the game is unlocked, but when the patch is released: the remaster is not a new separate version, but a complete version Updates that apply directly to existing versions.
for this reason no preload on any platform, whether on console or PC, as the digital store does not allow early downloading of patches. In this regard, CD Projekt RED also revealed the download size for each platform.
For those unaware, the remaster introduces an in-depth update designed to Modernize every aspect of the experiencewithout betraying what makes it a classic of the genre. Visual appearance has been enhanced Improved textures, modified global lightingmore efficient HDR and advanced technologies like ray tracing and path tracing on PC, while foliage and a host of environment assets have been redesigned for more natural rendering. On a technical level they arrived DLSS 4.5, FSR 4, XeSS 2.0In addition to specifically supporting PS5 Pro, Xbox Play Anywhere, and features specifically designed for Nintendo Switch 2, such as mouse mode and dual grips.
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Combat becomes more dynamic due to Updated animations, new terminatorfaster-responsive cameras, and Improved monster AI. Exploration also benefits from smoother movement and more precise horse management. Additionally, character progression has been updated Redesigned skill treeand among the new features we also find transformations, an expanded photo mode, new accessibility options, a more readable user interface, a modernized tutorial and a revised loot system.