Witcher 3 Remastered Launches on Switch 2 and Battle.net with New Expansion Teased

Key points

• The Remastered version runs at 720p in handheld mode and targets 1080p when docked on Nintendo Switch 2, with 30-40 FPS supported in both modes.
• CD Projekt Red confirmed support for mouse controls, gyro, and touchscreen on Switch 2, along with mod support subject to Nintendo guidelines.
• PC minimum requirements have increased significantly, now requiring an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600, 12 GB of RAM, and 70 GB of SSD storage.
• A partnership with Blizzard Entertainment brings the game to Battle.net, offering a Geralt-themed skin in Diablo IV for pre-purchasers of the new Songs of the Past expansion.
• Songs of the Past, a new expansion set in the region of Letten, is scheduled for release in 2027 and is being co-developed with Fool’s Theory.

Background

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, originally released in 2015, has sold over 65 million copies worldwide. The Remastered version is a free upgrade for existing owners on qualifying platforms. CD Projekt Red previously announced the game for Nintendo Switch 2 at Gamescom, with earlier coverage noting improved graphics and performance over the original Switch version. The new expansion, Songs of the Past, adds a new region and story to the game.

How outlets are covering it

Nintendo Everything highlighted the technical specifications for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, including frame rate and resolution, as well as support for mouse controls and mods. Blizzard News emphasized the partnership between CD Projekt Red and Blizzard Entertainment, focusing on the availability of the game on Battle.net and the cross-promotion with Diablo IV. CD Projekt Red’s press release provided a comprehensive overview of the Remastered version’s features, the new expansion, and the partnership with Blizzard. TechPowerUp focused on the increased PC hardware requirements, noting that the minimum specs now exceed the previous recommended specs in some areas. The outlets generally agree on the launch date and the inclusion of the expansions, but differ in their emphasis on technical details, platform availability, and cross-promotions.

Why it matters

The launch of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch 2 and Battle.net, expands the game's accessibility and reach. The increased PC hardware requirements may affect some players, but the free upgrade for existing owners and the inclusion of expansions add value. The new expansion, Songs of the Past, extends the game's lifespan and offers new content for fans. The partnership with Blizzard Entertainment also introduces cross-promotion opportunities, potentially attracting new players from the Diablo IV community.

What to watch

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will launch on September 29, 2026, on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and Battle.net. The new expansion, Songs of the Past, is set for release in 2027. CD Projekt Red will provide more details about the partnership with Blizzard Entertainment at BlizzCon in September. Players can pre-purchase the game and the expansion to access exclusive content, such as the Geralt-themed skin in Diablo IV.