After years of waiting, Geralt of Rivia is officially making his return to gaming. CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a brand-new expansion titled Songs of the Past, slated for release in 2027 across PC, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms. This marks the third and final expansion for the beloved open-world RPG, following the critically acclaimed Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine.
While plot details remain tightly under wraps, the expansion is expected to serve as a poignant farewell to Geralt's journey in the video game series. Fans have been clamoring for more content since the original game launched in 2015, and this announcement finally delivers on that long-held wish. The timing also aligns with the upcoming The Witcher 4, which is rumored to launch later in 2027 and will shift focus to Ciri as the new protagonist.
The Witcher's Cross-Platform Future
Songs of the Past will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, ensuring that players on all major platforms can experience Geralt's final adventure. CD Projekt Red has not yet confirmed whether the expansion will be a standalone release or require the base game, but given the studio's history, it's likely to be a substantial addition that ties up loose ends from the main storyline.
This announcement comes at a pivotal time for the franchise. The Netflix series, which debuted in 2019, has been a mixed bag for fans. While it brought new audiences to the IP, the show's deviations from Andrzej Sapkowski's books—and the departure of star Henry Cavill after Season 3—have left some viewers divided. Liam Hemsworth took over the role of Geralt in Season 4, and the series will conclude with its fifth season next year. For those who prefer the original source material, the games remain the definitive adaptation.
What This Means for The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red has already teased The Witcher 4 with a six-minute gameplay reveal in December 2024, confirming that Ciri will take the lead. The studio has been tight-lipped about a release date, but industry insiders speculate that The Witcher 4 could drop in late 2027, possibly following Songs of the Past as a direct narrative bridge. This would allow players to say goodbye to Geralt before embarking on a new saga with Ciri.
For fans who want to catch up on the story, Netflix's 'The Witcher' is your perfect weekend binge, offering a streamlined way to experience the world before diving into the games. Meanwhile, the gaming community is buzzing with theories about what Songs of the Past might entail—will it revisit classic characters, explore untold chapters from the books, or introduce new threats? Only time will tell.
A Legacy of Excellence
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remains one of the most celebrated games of all time, having won numerous Game of the Year awards and selling over 50 million copies worldwide. Its two previous expansions set a high bar for storytelling and world-building, and Songs of the Past aims to honor that legacy. As the franchise continues to expand across media—from Netflix to comics to board games—this expansion feels like a love letter to the fans who have been with Geralt from the beginning.
Stay tuned for more updates as CD Projekt Red reveals additional details about Songs of the Past in the coming months. For now, dust off your silver sword and prepare for one last ride through the Continent.
