CD Projekt Red announced Songs of the Past, a new expansion for The Witcher 3, arriving next year alongside a full remaster of the original 2015 game.
More than a decade after its initial release, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is receiving fresh content. The studio revealed the expansion during summer announcements, marking a significant return to the world that introduced players to Bathtub Geralt and countless hours of monster hunting across fantasy landscapes.
Songs of the Past will serve as the final major addition to The Witcher 3 before CD Projekt Red shifts focus to The Witcher 4, currently scheduled for 2028. The expansion release coincides with a comprehensive remaster of the base game, suggesting the developer is modernizing the entire experience for current and new players.
The original The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt launched in 2015 to critical acclaim, becoming one of the most celebrated RPGs of its generation. The game's success spawned multiple expansions, including Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, both praised for narrative depth and substantial gameplay additions.
Details about Songs of the Past remain limited, though the announcement indicates Geralt will return as the protagonist for this final chapter. The remaster suggests improvements to graphics, performance, and potentially quality-of-life features by modern standards.
CD Projekt Red's decision to return to The Witcher 3 reflects the enduring popularity of the series. The company faces continued development of Cyberpunk 2077, the studio's other major franchise, alongside work on future Witcher projects. The expansion and remaster represent a bridge between the established third installment and the upcoming sequel.
The Witcher 3's expansion marks a notable move in gaming culture, where developers continue supporting aging titles with substantial new content rather than abandoning them for newer projects. Release dates for both Songs of the Past and the remaster are set for next year.
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