CD Projekt RED announced a third expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt titled "Songs of the Past," scheduled for release in 2027 [1].
The announcement marks a rare return to a legacy title, extending the story of Geralt of Rivia nearly a decade after the previous expansion [5]. It signals a strategic move by the developer to revitalize one of the most successful open-world games in history.
The new content will launch on PlayStation 5 in 2027 [3]. This release comes 12 years after the original game debuted in 2015 [1]. The expansion arrives 11 years after the release of the second expansion, Blood and Wine [1].
CD Projekt RED is returning to the title after the original game reached a milestone of 60 million copies sold [1]. The developer said the expansion is intended to provide players with a brand-new adventure [5].
While the studio has focused on newer projects in recent years, the decision to revisit the Witcher 3 universe suggests a continued demand for the series' narrative. The expansion will bring new story elements to the existing world, a move that deviates from the industry standard of releasing sequels rather than long-term DLC for older titles.
Details regarding other platforms remain unconfirmed, though the PlayStation 5 window is the primary target for the 2027 launch [3]. The studio has not yet released a specific month for the debut.
“The expansion will launch on PlayStation 5 in 2027”
The release of 'Songs of the Past' demonstrates the enduring commercial power of The Witcher 3, which remains a flagship IP for CD Projekt RED. By releasing a major expansion 12 years after the game's launch, the company is leveraging a massive existing install base to bridge the gap between current projects and future entries in the franchise.
