It's a fantastic era for The Witcher fans, even if the next mainline entry is still a few years out. CD Projekt Red recently confirmed that The Witcher 4 won't hit shelves until at least 2028, but that hasn't dampened enthusiasm—especially with the surprise announcement of a new expansion for The Witcher 3 arriving next year. Titled Songs of the Past, this will be the final chapter in Geralt's story, joining the beloved Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions that added dozens of hours of gameplay.
But the buzz right now centers on the latest remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which launched on next-gen consoles in late September. This update brought major graphical overhauls and quality-of-life improvements, like toggles to disable weapon durability and item weight limits. It also introduced official mod support on consoles, with a rotating selection of fan-made creations. One highly requested mod, Hoods, has just been added via this week's patch, finally letting console players give Geralt the cloaked look they've been craving.
To get the hoods and cloaks, players simply need to visit merchants in White Orchard or Crow's Perch after installing the mod. There, you can purchase a variety of hoods and cloaks, then equip them directly from your inventory. One quirky detail: these items are classified as weapons rather than armor, so you'll need to swap them into your weapon slots. It's a small quirk, but it doesn't diminish the excitement of finally seeing Geralt in a proper hood.
This update is part of CD Projekt Red's ongoing commitment to expanding the console mod experience. The studio has promised more mods will roll out regularly, and the Hoods addition is a clear sign they're listening to player feedback. For those new to modding on console, it's a straightforward process—just download the mod from the in-game menu and follow the prompts.
While you're exploring the new content, you might also want to check out the fresh take on Geralt's world in the new audiobooks or dive into some beginner-friendly fantasy games if you're new to the genre.
As for The Witcher 4, CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Geralt will appear, though Ciri takes the lead as protagonist. Whether he'll play a major role or serve as a mentor figure like Vesemir did in The Witcher 3 remains to be seen. We'll have to wait until 2028 to find out, but with the Hoods mod now on consoles, there's plenty to keep players busy in the meantime.
Stay tuned for more updates on The Witcher 3 and The Witcher 4 as they develop.
