New expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt announced

Announcement of 'Songs of the Past'

CD Projekt Red announced the new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on May 27, 2026, titled 'Songs of the Past'. This is the third expansion for the action RPG, which launched in 2015. The announcement followed an earlier leak last summer.

Reactions to the announcement

Mark Noseworthy, the former Vice President of the Destiny Universe, praised the expansion reveal. He described it as a "great idea on multiple levels," especially given its potential to bring the Witcher franchise back into the spotlight for gamers just ahead of The Witcher 4's release.

What can players expect?

The expansion is set to launch in 2027, and players will once again step into the boots of Geralt of Rivia. While no detailed story information is available yet, CD Projekt Red has suggested the expansion will bridge the gap between The Witcher 3 and the next entry in the series, The Witcher 4.

Development partners and the future

For this expansion, CD Projekt Red has partnered with Fool's Theory, a smaller studio founded by former CD Projekt Red developers. Fool's Theory is also handling the remake of The Witcher 1 and will help develop 'Songs of the Past'. This partnership could also benefit The Witcher 4's development, as it helps the studio build experience with the franchise.

Conclusion

The announcement of 'Songs of the Past' shows CD Projekt Red's commitment to expanding its beloved franchises, even more than a decade after The Witcher 3's original launch. With positive reactions and high expectations, the studio is aiming to create a bridge between the existing and future stories in the Witcher universe.