Poland-based developer CD Projekt announced on Wednesday that it will release a third narrative expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in 2027. The new downloadable content is named "Songs of the Past" and will be made available on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The company confirmed that the expansion will include the series' central character, Geralt of Rivia. Beyond the title, platforms and lead character, CD Projekt said it will provide further details about the expansion in summer 2026.
CD Projekt framed the 2027 launch as a way to bridge the interval before its next major game release. No additional release windows, pricing, scope of content or development details were disclosed in the announcement.
Summary
CD Projekt's announced DLC - "Songs of the Past" - is slated for 2027 on current PC and next-generation console platforms, features protagonist Geralt of Rivia, and will be accompanied by more complete information in summer 2026. The company indicated the expansion will serve as an interim offering prior to its next flagship title.
Key points
- CD Projekt announced a third story expansion for The Witcher 3 titled "Songs of the Past," scheduled for 2027.
- The expansion will be released on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S and will include protagonist Geralt of Rivia.
- The developer will provide additional information about the expansion in summer 2026; the release is intended to bridge the gap before the company's next major title.
Risks and uncertainties
- Timing uncertainty - the only date provided is the year 2027; particulars such as exact release window were not disclosed, leaving the schedule subject to change. This impacts entertainment and gaming market planning.
- Details of scope - CD Projekt has not released specifics on content size, pricing or platform features, creating uncertainty for consumer expectations and retail/marketing strategies in the games sector.
Where the announcement is limited to title, year and platforms, stakeholders and market observers seeking exact launch timing, commercial terms, or development scale will need to wait until the company provides its summer 2026 update.