More than ten years after its original launch, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is preparing for one final adventure. CD Projekt Red has officially announced The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, a brand-new story expansion that once again puts players in the boots of Geralt of Rivia. Unlike the free DLCs released after launch, the studio has made it clear that this is a full-scale expansion designed to deliver a substantial new RPG experience.
The expansion is being co-developed with Fool’s Theory, a studio made up of veteran developers who previously worked on The Witcher franchise. While many story details remain secret, CD Projekt Red has already confirmed enough information to make this one of the biggest RPG announcements of the year.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Will Deliver 20–30 Hours of Gameplay
One of the biggest reveals is the expansion’s size.
According to CD Projekt Red, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past is expected to offer approximately 20–30 hours of gameplay, depending on how players approach the adventure. That estimate includes the main story alongside optional quests and exploration, placing it much closer to Blood and Wine than a traditional DLC pack.
For fans who loved spending dozens of hours hunting monsters, completing contracts, and discovering hidden secrets, this is exactly the kind of expansion they were hoping for.
Geralt Returns for One More Story
While The Witcher 4 represents the future of the franchise, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past serves as another opportunity to experience a completely new adventure with Geralt.
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Geralt will once again be the playable protagonist. However, the studio has intentionally kept the expansion’s story under wraps, avoiding spoilers ahead of its full gameplay reveal.
That mystery has already sparked countless fan theories about where Geralt’s next contract could take him and whether familiar characters might return.
Built by CD Projekt Red and Fool’s Theory
One reason fans remain optimistic is the development team behind the project.
The expansion is being co-developed with Fool’s Theory, whose staff includes experienced developers who previously helped create The Witcher 3. Their familiarity with REDengine-era design and the Witcher universe gives many players confidence that the expansion will feel authentic rather than outsourced.
CD Projekt Red has emphasized that this partnership allows the studio to maintain the same storytelling quality and RPG depth that made The Witcher 3 one of the highest-rated games ever released.
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More Details Will Be Revealed at Gamescom
Although the announcement confirmed the expansion’s existence, gameplay footage has yet to be shown publicly.
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past will receive a major showcase during Gamescom 2026, where fans can expect the first in-depth look at gameplay, environments, and additional story details before its planned 2027 release.
This presentation should finally answer many of the community’s biggest questions, including where Geralt’s new journey takes place and what new gameplay systems players can expect.
Why This Expansion Matters
Very few games receive a brand-new story expansion more than a decade after release.
The return of The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past highlights just how important The Witcher 3 remains for CD Projekt Red and the gaming community. Since its original launch in 2015, the RPG has sold more than 60 million copies, earned hundreds of Game of the Year awards, and built one of gaming’s most passionate fanbases.
Instead of leaving the game behind, CD Projekt Red is giving players one last reason to return before the franchise moves fully into its next generation.
Final Thoughts
The announcement of The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that Geralt’s journey isn’t over just yet. With an estimated 20–30 hours of gameplay, a brand-new storyline, and a development team that includes veteran Witcher creators, the expansion already looks far more ambitious than a typical DLC.
If CD Projekt Red delivers the same level of storytelling, exploration, and memorable side content that made Blood and Wine a fan favorite, The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past could become one of the biggest RPG expansions of 2027.
For now, all eyes are on Gamescom, where Geralt’s next adventure is finally expected to step out of the shadows.
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