The Witcher 3 Remastered: Free Upgrade with Tons of New Features, Plus 'Songs of the Past' DLC Revealed

Ever wished you could jump back into the world of The Witcher 3 with fresh eyes? Well, get ready, because CD Projekt Red just dropped a massive surprise at Gamescom Opening Night Live: a remastered version of the game, and it's packed with so many upgrades it'll feel like a brand-new adventure. And the best part? It might be free for you.

That's right, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered is launching on September 29 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. If you already own the game, you'll get this upgraded version at no extra cost. It's a massive thank-you to fans, and it's coming sooner than you think.

So, what's new? A whole lot. We're talking improved visuals, enhanced combat, smoother traversal, and revamped mount handling. The skill tree has been overhauled, monsters behave more intelligently, and there's even a transmogrification system (yes, you can finally look cool while slaying beasts). Plus, an expanded photo mode, new combat finishers, and cross-platform mods support.

But that's just scratching the surface. The remaster also includes refined animations, a revamped quest tracking UI, looting rework, and improved menu navigation. Accessibility features, updated textures, and a global lighting rework are in there too. And for those with high-end PCs, you'll get path tracing, ray reconstruction, and support for DLSS 4.5, FSR 4, and XESS 2.0. PS5 Pro and Xbox Play Anywhere are supported as well, and Switch 2 gets exclusive features. It's a comprehensive overhaul that touches every corner of the game.

But wait, there's more. CD Projekt Red also announced a brand-new expansion for The Witcher 3, called Songs of the Past. It's the third major story expansion, following Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, and it's expected to be similar in size and scope. It's currently slated for a 2027 release (originally planned for 2026), so you'll have plenty of time to dive into the remastered game before this new adventure arrives.

Of course, many questions remain about how Songs of the Past will tie into The Witcher 4, which stars Ciri and is targeting a 2028 release. But for now, the remastered edition is a fantastic way to revisit the world or experience it for the first time. With all these upgrades, it might just be the definitive version of one of the greatest RPGs ever made.

So, are you ready to dive back into the Continent? Will you be taking advantage of the free upgrade? And are you excited about Songs of the Past? Let us know in the comments!