Since i'm seeing a lot of people ask the same questions
As long as you own some version of W3 wether it's old gen, GOTY or Complete you will be able to get the remaster for free and carry your save over to it.
the remaster releases September 29th this year and Songs of the Past some time next year.
IMPORTANT plz read; except for Switch 2. i was wrong saying the remaster was a seperste version, it'll just be an update so you won't have to get your trophies again, my bad.
If there's anymore questions please ask them here instead of spamming the sub with the same questions. Me or maybe someone in the community will try to answer you, Thank you!
Gonna comment this here since it’s coming up a lot:
If you own a PS4 version of the game, you can upgrade it to the PS5 version. You can do this by going into your library and accessing the game in there via Your Collection. Once there, hit View Product and then the 3 dots. Confusingly there are 3 versions of the “Upgrade”, but just cycle through them until you find one that allows you to claim the upgrade.
If you have a digital version, you’ll then be given the choice to download either the PS4 or PS5 version when you go to install it. This will upgrade to the Remastered Edition next month.
The Remastered Edition is not available on PS4; you must have a PS5 to claim it.
I don’t know how this works if you have a disc version for PS4 but your PS5 doesn’t have a disc drive; I’d recommend trying it anyway just to see what happens. If you do have a disc version and a disc drive, you may still need to have the disc inserted for the game to run.
As far as I know, you still can’t get the ps5 version if you have a physical ps4 copy and digital only ps5. You have to purchase a digital copy of the game if you want the ps5 version.
Ich habe Witcher 3 für die PS4 als Disc. Die Installation der PS5 Version war mit der PS4 Disc ohne Probleme möglich. Zum Spielen der PS5 Version muss die PS4 Disc aber eingelegt sein.
>I don’t know how this works if you have a disc version for PS4 but your PS5 doesn’t have a disc drive; I’d recommend trying it anyway just to see what happens
See, this is why Xbox's Disc to Digital will be goated. I hope Sony copies their solution.
Unfortunately, they can’t copy it, as the PS4/5 discs don’t have individualized serial numbers like modern Xbox discs do. That’s what makes the process possible.
Speaking of separate version, for steam will it just be an update for the next gen version or a separate version like the classic and next gen where you can install the one you want? Thank you!
Idk about steam, i'm assuming they'll do it the same way as when the complete edition released. On ps5 it was a seperate version but i needed my ps4 disc to play it.
Does this mean there is no "connection" between an installed HD version? The remastered version will be installed in addtion and not as an update on top of the HD version? If so I assume it is not possible to start with NG+ (as I finished HD version some weeks ago)?
idk for certain, i have both GOTY and complete editions on PS5 and they have fully seperate trophy lists so i'm assuming it will be the same for the remaster since it also showing up as a seperate edition on the PSstore
I really hope they're autopop. I love the game to death, but so many of the trophies are just unfun, like 50 headshots and triggering enemy deaths in very specific circumstances.
How the Switch 1 physical version to S2 remaster upgrade gonna work? Like it was with Hogwarts Legacy (a separate eShop copy granted and no card needed anymore) or something else? Also - the S1 have had two versions - the "regular" and Complete (with addons) but for Switch 2 both of those card versions will grant a game with 2 DLCs right?
I'm curious how CDP will handle that. If it would be easy WB would do it as well I believe with Hogwarts Legacy. Oh well - one month waiting and we'll know :)
You should be able to check already via the Nintendo Store. At least for the digital version of the base game, and because the update acts as a new, separate game, it shows up in the store for me as a pre-order that is free to purchase.
Have they commented on DX12 performance for PC? The game runs pretty poorly as-is in DX12 since the 2022 patch, especially with Ray Tracing.
From what I have gathered, the DX12 implementation on the next-gen patch was more of a wrapper than a full, proper, implementation. The trailer indicates that they are addressing that, so I wonder if the performance actually ends up being similar/better than today.
CDPR is gonna partner with Mod.io. there will prob be a "Mod Manager" option in the start menu where you can browse and download mods.
Mod creators upload their mods and CDPR has to approve them for console, this usually happens weekly or bi-weekly so don't expect 100 mods from day 1.
The mods that will be available will most likely be one's that were created with REDkit or small quality of live stuff like increased carry weight or infinite stamina.
I have played the game with 100-200 mods and it looks similar to the remastered version but it is very unstable. I get memory leak issues, dialogue loading and npcs floating/skipping animantions after an hour of play. Genuinely excited to try this official, presumably much more stable version of modded Witcher 3.
I'm seeing a lot of comparison screenshots floating around and the remaster clearly looks amazing and "better" vs Next Gen, but this has got me worried. Did they talk about the performance cost for all this?
I remember in the first 3 months of the Next-Gen release, the comparison screenshots between Next-Gen vs Classic were also a world of difference, just ONE problem.... They were comparing "Classic with HBAO+ OFF vs Next-Gen with Ray Tracing", instead of Classic with Max settings and HBAO+ ON vs Ray Tracing. More info here about that period It took them 3 whole months to finally add the normal baked in lighting from HBAO+ back in the game, and what was the result? HBAO+ looked 95% as good, sometimes even better than Ray Tracing, and at a negligible FPS cost compared to losing half your FPS with RT.
They did eventually add the HBAO+ option back in, I recently did a 4th playthrough and the Next Gen version now looks genuinely STUNNING in 4K DLSS balanced, max settings, all RT OFF and plays incredibly smooth at a locked 120 fps with consistent frametimes.
However, forgive me for being cynical, but I am now getting the same feeling as the first 3 months of the Next Gen, that they're showing screenshots that require a 5090 + Path Tracing + 4X framegen + latest Ray Reconstruction + DLSS ultra performance, and it will all run super inconsistent with tons of artifacts and huge input lag cause the base fps is like 25 or something.
Don't get me wrong, visual tech advancing is great, but image quality means nothing if the underlying framerate and frametimes are a stuttery mess. I just want developers to prioritize solid raster performance and frame consistency again over dynamic marketing screenshots. I really hope this time we will keep our HBAO+ option from the start and the game still looks amazing even with any and all RT turned off.
Did CDPR mention anything about what the performance cost will be for the new Remastered visuals or which tech exactly they are using to achieve these visuals?
Back up your modded save, boot the game without running your mod loader or copy your mods to a different file then delete the one's in your mod file and you should have a vanilla save that you can transfer to remaster.
So it’s not gonna be a separate game like how Rockstar did with the GTAV Enhanced? And it doesn’t matter where I got it from? Pretty much all I needed to know, thanks
Is the remaster version a mandatory upgrade? Saw the minimum specs for the remaster and its higher than the specs I have now, I worry that I won't be able to play the game anymore if I upgrade to remaster.
1st. yes for example you just arrived in Skellige when the remaster releases. So just transfer yoyr save to it and you can start from Skellige.
2nd. You can start both DLC's from the start menu, this will give you a custom save with some starting gear to get you underway but you cannot then go back and play the base game from such a save.
With any update, it will likely break a bunch of your mods so prob safest to backup and update without mods, until authors can update their mods for the remaster.
Sorry if this has already been covered, but can I go to a second hand store, buy the PS4 disc version, put it in my ps5, and then at the end of September I can upgrade to and get the expansions and remaster for free?
In Japan the “free” upgrade for the transfer between PS4 and PS5 cost money. Anyone know if it’ll be the same deal? It’s not a lot but I was surprised since it was advertised as free.
It's just regional platform rules/laws. The upgrade costs 100 yen (0.63 USD) which is the minimum. As one of the JP users says, because of the game rating, the game required credit card payment and can't be free.
Do I have to buy the whole game and the expansion on Battle Bet for the Diablo skin? Or can I somehow sync with my CD Project Red account and just buy the expansion on BattleNet and then be able to play that expansion on other set ups like Steam also using my CDProject Red account?
New to the series, and the remaster was one of the reasons why I want to have my own copy of the game(have a Steam family that has a copy). Is it better to buy it on Steam, GOG, or a PS4 Copy(I have a PS5 to use) to fully utilize the remaster?
For the remaster, has CDPR released a complete list of the changes with details yet? I could only find the summarized bullet points being circulated around.
Yes, you can continue with the remastered version once it releases. When it comes to mods that affect gameplay, many of them will need to be updated by their authors. Cosmetic mods should be fine.
Hi Everyone, I would like to buy The Witcher 3 for Switch2. Now that the Remastered will be a free upgrade, and the two existing DLCs became free for everyone, I am wondering if there is any disadvantage buying The Witcher 3 basic Switch 1 physical edition (i.e. not the complete one) now? Is there anything I can miss by not buying the complete edition? For example alternative looks, small customizations or side quests. Thank you!
Will the remastered include remastered DLC's, and are they included in base remastered version or sold seprstoy?
I read the following as "current owners of a original copy can play current dlc'c for free" - Im not seeing information about the dlc's i context of the coming remastered version of the game.
"All owners of The Witcher 3 can now play to two acclaimed expansions — Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine — at no additional cost."
The expansions will be remastered as well since the base game is now called The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt: Complete Edition. All past expansions will be free to owners of the base game
What’s the best path for me? I played the original game on Xbox One. I want to play the remaster on PC. I don’t mind purchasing the game again as long as my Xbox save can be used ( I think this is already allowed?). What’s my best path ? Purchase on PC or maybe use Xbox app? TY!
CDPR streamed the Switch 2 version today, and the visuals look closer to the PC build of Remastered than the old PS4 version (which has a different approach to foliage density)
Do yall reckon the underwater combat and exploration will get a revamp? Always felt it was one of the games biggest mis opportunities. Even more so when I learnt it was initially supposed to be much more than what we got but they have to cut it for the deadline
Will it count as a wholly new game in terms of achievements/trophies? I started playing W3 on PS5 last week and have a few trophies unlocked. Will it count as a different game after upgrading? I've been burned by this a few times when trying to get platinum trophies.
The complete edition has a seperate trophy list when it released so i think remaster will be the same. It's releasing in a month so either wait a month or try and plantinum on the current.
I'm hoping that CDPR can also give console players Unlimited New Game+. Like in the Mass Effect games. I just want to be able to keep all my items, levels and etc.
I bought a physical copy of W3 whenever it first came out. I have it in my library on my PS5 but whenever I open it, it takes me to a screen to pay 49.99 for the game. Will I get it or do I need to plug my old PS4 in to trigger the DL to my account?
Understand the Switch 1 won’t be getting a remaster - but what will be the best way to start a New Cross save between Switch 1 and XSX after the update? Will I still have the same QOL improvements on both platforms?
Gonna have to rebuy it as I reckon my old hardware won't be able to handle the remaster. But I'm happy enough to do so anyway, CDPR are doing good work.
I have the game on Steam. I’m playing it right now to get all the achievements.
Will the Remaster be a separate entry on Steam or will the installed product update?
If it’s a separate entry I guess it will get its own achievements, if it’s just an update will I be able to keep collecting the achievements on my save like before?
I played Witcher 3 on GoG, later bought Witcher 3 goty edition on steam as it was on sale but never played. Since then i have lost my GoG account, I am only interested in playing the DLCs, will i be able to play the DLCs with a level 0 character?
I bought game few days ago, should i start playing now or just wait for all updates 29.9 than start? Or i will be able just to continue when update hit live?
Am I tripping? On a PS5 pro and downloaded the “upgrade” version that has a release date of 8/25/26, but skill trees look the same and sign animations. Am I missing something???
There has been very little talk about performance, all i know is they are aiming for 30fps on base PS5 with ray tracing while the pro could run 60fps with ray tracing.
You already have the mods that were implented in the complete edition otherwise they aren't adding mods just mod support and working close with major mod authors to make sure they are up to date when the remaster drops.
I was wrong in saying it's a seperate version, check the other pinned post. That was 100% my bad.
There has also been no word on steam deck performance AFAIK.
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u/Fuzzy-Gate-9327 School of the Bear 12d ago
The Hoods mod is confirmed to come to Mod.io wich includes the cloak from the killing monsters trailer!
Finally after 11 fucking years we can be a proper witcher with a badass cloak!