The Witcher 3 Is Getting a Remaster in 2026
One of the most beloved RPGs of the last decade is getting another major upgrade.
CD Projekt Red has announced The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, with the new version scheduled to launch on September 29, 2026.
The remaster will improve the game's visuals and combat while also introducing other gameplay improvements. Existing owners of the base game will receive the remaster as a free upgrade on supported platforms.
Even more interestingly, The Witcher 3 will also arrive on Nintendo Switch 2.
Geralt returns in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered.
When Is The Witcher 3 Remastered Releasing?
The remastered version will launch on September 29, 2026.
That puts the release only weeks away.
CD Projekt Red announced the remaster alongside a new trailer, revealing that the company is revisiting one of its most successful games before moving further into the future of the Witcher franchise.
The Remaster Will Be Free for Existing Owners
One of the biggest pieces of news is the upgrade policy.
Players who already own the base game on supported platforms will receive the remastered version as a free upgrade.
This includes players on platforms such as:
PC
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X|S
Nintendo Switch 2
The exact upgrade path can depend on which version of the original game a player owns, so players should check the platform-specific details before release.
What Is New in The Witcher 3 Remastered?
The remaster isn't simply a resolution upgrade.
CD Projekt Red says the new version will introduce improvements to the game's presentation and gameplay.
Improved Visuals
The Witcher 3 already remains visually impressive years after its original release.
The remastered version aims to push its graphics further with updated visuals and presentation.
For a game featuring huge forests, cities, mountains, castles and detailed character models, improved lighting and visual quality could make a noticeable difference.
The Witcher 3 remastered open world landscape
Redesigned Combat and Skill Tree
Combat is also receiving attention.
According to the announcement, the remaster will include improvements to combat and a redesigned skill tree.
This could make the experience more attractive even to players who completed the original game years ago.
Rather than simply replaying the same adventure with better graphics, returning players will have new gameplay elements to explore.
Both Major Expansions Are Included
Another major advantage is that the remastered package includes the game's two major expansions:
Hearts of Stone
This expansion introduced a new storyline and characters while taking Geralt into a darker adventure.
Blood and Wine
Blood and Wine expanded the world significantly with the colorful region of Toussaint and became one of the most highly praised expansions in gaming.
Both expansions are included with the remastered package for existing owners.
The Witcher 3 Is Finally Coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch 2 owners are getting something particularly interesting.
The Witcher 3 will officially launch on Nintendo Switch 2 with the remastered version.
That means players will be able to experience Geralt's massive open-world adventure on Nintendo's newer hardware with the improvements introduced in the remaster.
This could make the Switch 2 version particularly attractive to players who want to play The Witcher 3 away from a traditional console or PC.
The Witcher 3 Remastered Nintendo Switch 2
Why Is CD Projekt Red Remastering The Witcher 3 Now?
The timing is interesting.
The Witcher 3 originally launched in 2015, and the game has continued to attract new players for more than a decade.
CD Projekt Red says the game has sold more than 65 million copies and won hundreds of Game of the Year awards.
The remaster also arrives while CD Projekt Red continues developing the future of the Witcher franchise.
The company has announced a new expansion titled Songs of the Past, planned for 2027, while the next major Witcher game is also in development.
Should You Play The Witcher 3 Again?
If you haven't played The Witcher 3 in several years, the remaster could be an excellent reason to return.
The combination of:
Improved graphics
Updated combat
Redesigned skill progression
Two massive expansions
New Nintendo Switch 2 support
makes this more interesting than a simple visual refresh.
For new players, it could also be one of the best ways to experience Geralt's story before moving on to the future Witcher games.
Final Thoughts
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered launches September 29, 2026, and it is shaping up to be one of the most interesting RPG releases of the year.
The free upgrade for existing owners is especially good news, while the Nintendo Switch 2 release opens the game to another audience.
After more than a decade, Geralt's adventure is getting another chance to impress a new generation of players.
Have you already played The Witcher 3? Will you replay it when the remaster launches? Tell us in the comments.
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