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CD Projekt Red announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million copies sold and revealed a third full expansion, Songs of the Past, is in an advanced development stage, serving as a bridge before The Witcher 4. The studio also flagged updated minimum PC requirements and ongoing post-release updates to keep the game fresh ahead of the expansion next year.
Evidence suggests a third expansion for The Witcher 3 is in development, potentially featuring a 'Dune-style' desert region called Zerrikania, with plans possibly dating back several years. The expansion is expected to launch in 2026, filling a gap before The Witcher 4's release, and aims to re-engage players and expand the game's universe.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a significant DLC in May 2026, aimed at bridging the game to the upcoming sequel, The Witcher 4, expected in late 2027, according to a Polish report and industry sources.
The PS Plus August 2025 free monthly games will be revealed on July 30th, with the new game Sword of the Sea confirmed for the Extra tier on August 19th. Several notable games, including The Witcher 3, will leave the service on the same date, marking a significant update for PlayStation subscribers amidst upcoming major game releases.
PS Plus is updating its game lineup, removing The Witcher 3 and other titles in August, while adding new games like Cyberpunk 2077, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, and Risk of Rain 2, offering a mix of popular and new titles for subscribers.
The PS Store has announced the list of games leaving PS Plus Extra and Premium in August 2025, including The Witcher 3, with Cyberpunk 2077 among the new lineup. The list is based on the Japanese and Asian stores, with other regions expected to have the same updates. The departures will occur in mid-August as new games are added to the catalog.
CD Projekt aims to recapture the 'scrappy' and chaotic creative spirit of The Witcher 3 during the development of Witcher 4, focusing on a mix of tradition and innovation, with a release not expected before 2027.
CD Projekt Red announced that later this year, The Witcher 3 will receive a patch enabling cross-platform mod support on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, allowing players to share and enjoy user-created content across these platforms, enhancing the game's longevity and replayability.
CD Projekt RED announced a final update for The Witcher 3 later this year, which will add cross-platform mod support for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S via mod.io, allowing easier sharing and downloading of mods, though not all PC mods will be available on consoles.
The Witcher 3 will receive a new patch in 2025 that introduces cross-platform mod support for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, making mods accessible on consoles for the first time, as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations.
CD PROJEKT Group reported strong Q3 2024 financial results with revenues of 228 million PLN, driven by robust sales of Cyberpunk 2077, its Phantom Liberty expansion, and The Witcher 3. Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 30 million copies, while Phantom Liberty has surpassed 8 million copies. The company announced that Project Polaris, the first in a new Witcher trilogy, has moved to full-scale production. CD PROJEKT plans to release Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion for Mac devices with Apple Silicon chips next year.
A Cyberpunk 2077 developer revealed that many Easter Eggs in Night City remain undiscovered, and similar hidden elements likely exist in The Witcher 3. Phantom Liberty quest designer Maria Mazur shared that she enjoys seeing players find these surprises, which were designed to anticipate player actions. Mazur, now working on CD Projekt Red's new IP, Project Hadar, believes there are still numerous secrets left to uncover in the company's recent games.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a massive game that may have fallen off your radar, but it's worth revisiting. With a main story of about 50 hours and numerous side-quests, returning to the game is doable. Whether to resume or restart depends on your familiarity with the game, and playing the previous Witcher games is optional. Tips for returning to an old save file include refreshing combat skills, restocking items, and reading up on NPCs. Whether starting anew or picking up where you left off, The Witcher 3 is a modern classic worth experiencing.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's upcoming card game, Queen's Blood, bears similarities to The Witcher 3's popular minigame, Gwent. Described as a strategic card game with deck building elements, players can challenge various NPC opponents throughout the world of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Gwent's success led to its own standalone game, and fans are eager to see how Queen's Blood will be implemented when the game releases on February 29, 2024.
A new MMORPG, inspired by The Witcher 3 and Hogwarts Legacy, is set to release an enhanced version for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, featuring intense combat, world bosses, castle sieges, and various professions. Developed by Pearl Abyss, the game, called Black Desert, already has a large player base and plans to introduce a new region with additional content and a new class. The release is scheduled for late 2024, with a Steam sale currently offering the game at a discounted price.