CD Projekt Red Delays Witcher 3 Expansion 'Songs of the Past' to 2027, Plans Summer Reveal
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CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has delayed the release of its major new Witcher 3 expansion, 'Songs of the Past', from this year to 2027. The studio will reveal the expansion at Gamescom this summer and plans to release three Witcher games within a six-year period. The expansion, starring Geralt, is described as a prologue to the upcoming Witcher 4.
Facts First
- The Witcher 3 expansion 'Songs of the Past' is delayed to 2027, a change from the original plan for a release this year.
- CD Projekt Red will showcase the expansion at Gamescom with a guided presentation expected later this summer.
- The studio plans to release three Witcher games within six years, with other unannounced projects in an advanced production stage.
- 'Songs of the Past' will star Geralt and is described as a prologue to The Witcher 4, which will feature Ciri.
- The Witcher 3 has sold over 65 million units, a milestone announced in the same financial update.
What Happened
CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has changed the release plan for its upcoming Witcher 3 expansion, 'Songs of the Past', moving it from this year to 2027. Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski revealed the delay during a financial earnings call. The studio formally announced the expansion yesterday, describing it as a third major expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which has now sold over 65 million units. 'Songs of the Past' is being co-developed with Fool's Theory and will star the character Geralt.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of The Witcher series, this delay means a longer wait for new, substantial story content set in that world. However, the studio's commitment to a major new expansion for a game released in 2015 suggests a continued investment in supporting and updating a beloved title. The planned Gamescom reveal this summer may provide a clearer picture of what to expect. The studio's broader plan to release three Witcher games within six years could mean a more consistent flow of new content from the franchise in the coming years.
What's Next
CD Projekt Red will show 'Songs of the Past' at Gamescom, likely with a guided presentation. More information is expected to be revealed at the end of the summer. The studio has other, smaller-scale content in an advanced production phase planned for release this year. The expansion's release in 2027 will be preceded by a significant update to The Witcher 3's minimum PC requirements. The Witcher 4, which will feature Ciri as the lead, does not currently have a release date.