CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, arriving on September 29, 2026. Revealed during the Gamescom Opening Night Live event, the release is positioned as a free upgrade for existing owners on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.
Quick Facts
- Release Date: September 29, 2026
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC (GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, Battle.net), and Nintendo Switch 2 (pre-purchase)
- Pricing: Free upgrade for current owners on supported platforms
- Included Content: Base game, Hearts of Stone expansion, and Blood and Wine expansion
What's Included in the Remastered Upgrade
The upgraded version of Geralt of Rivia’s adventure introduces a substantial list of technical and gameplay improvements. According to the official announcement, players can expect massively updated visuals, enhanced combat mechanics, improved traversal and movement, revamped mount handling, and more realistic monster behaviours.
Additional updates include a skill tree revamp, new finishers, and an expanded photo mode alongside a wide array of other gameplay additions. Both major story expansions—Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine—are bundled into the package.
Connection to Upcoming Content
The timing of this remastered release aligns with CD Projekt Red's continued support for the franchise. The studio also highlighted footage for the upcoming Songs of the Past expansion, which is slated to release in 2027.
While digital owners on major storefronts and current-generation consoles are confirmed for the September 29 free upgrade, specific details regarding physical edition compatibility and upgrade paths have not yet been outlined by the studio.