The Witcher 3 Remaster Arrives September 29 With Free Upgrade

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Aug 25, 2026, 10:42 PM UTC 1 min read

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The Witcher 3 Remaster Arrives September 29 With Free Upgrade

CD Projekt Red closed out Gamescom's Opening Night Live event with a preview of upcoming projects for the Witcher franchise, announcing a new remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and a final expansion.

Quick Facts

Remaster Release Date: September 29
Upgrade Cost: Free for owners of the base game
Next Expansion Release: 2027

What is Included in the Remaster

While CD Projekt Red did not showcase the upcoming The Witcher 4 at the event, the studio turned its focus back to Geralt's previous adventure. The upcoming remaster arrives on September 29 as a free upgrade for anyone who already owns the base game.

según CDPR, the updated version features upgraded visuals, enhanced combat, and improved travel mechanics. Beyond the September release, CD Projekt Red confirmed that the next—and presumably final—expansion for the game will launch in 2027.