The Witcher 3 Remastered Launches September 29
CD PROJEKT RED announced the release date for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered during gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25, 2026, setting the launch for September 29, 2026.
The remaster will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a native Nintendo Switch 2 version and Battle.net support also being added. Improvements include not only graphics and lighting, but also combat, movement, the skill tree, photo mode, and mod support.
The key point is that the announcement specified both the new release date and the scope of the free upgrade for existing owners.
Free Content for Existing Owners
Existing owners of The Witcher 3 will receive the remaster on their respective platform as a free upgrade. They will also have access to both expansions at no additional cost.
- Hearts of Stone
- Blood and Wine
However, the announcement materials describe the existing-owner benefits as applying to the “respective platform,” so the exact eligibility conditions should be checked again through official channels shortly before release.
A Third Expansion Is Planned for 2027
CD PROJEKT RED introduced Songs of the Past as the third expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with a release planned for 2027. It is expected to be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with support for GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Battle.net.
In the expansion, Geralt will explore a new region called Letten, where he will encounter new quests, characters, and secrets. Development is being carried out jointly by CD PROJEKT RED and Fool’s Theory.
Remaster and Expansion Schedule Compared
| Item | Release timing | Platforms and support | Key details |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered | September 29, 2026 | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X\ | S, native Nintendo Switch 2 version, Battle.net |
| Songs of the Past | Planned for 2027 | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X\ | S, Nintendo Switch 2, GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, Battle.net |
The announcement is significant because it confirmed the remaster’s specific release date and free-upgrade scope alongside the new region and supported platforms for Songs of the Past, in connection with gamescom 2026. Since September 29, 2026, and the 2027 schedule are future plans, it is advisable to check official channels for any changes shortly before publication.
Official Announcements and Verification Timing
- [Official CD PROJEKT RED announcement](https://www.cdprojekt.com/pl/media/aktualnosci/zapowiedz-gry-wiedzmin-3-dziki-gon-remaster-i-pierwsza-prezentacja-piesni-przeszlosci/)
- [The Witcher official website: Songs of the Past](https://www.thewitcher.com/no/en/news/52016/a-look-at-the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-songs-of-the-past)
- [CD PROJEKT RED Press Center](https://press.cdprojektred.com/en/news/1822/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-songs-of-the-past-announced)
- [Official Xbox Wire post](https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/08/25/witcher-3-remastered-and-songs-of-the-past/)
The sources above were checked between 14:55 and 14:59 UTC on August 30, 2026.