The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt continues to set benchmarks in the action RPG genre, and its enduring popularity is drawing attention once again as reports surface regarding a forthcoming expansion.
Developed by Polish studio CD Projekt Red, The Witcher 3 originally launched in 2015 to critical acclaim across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and later, the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop.
The franchise has maintained its momentum through consistent support, including award-winning expansions and ongoing updates. According to reputable Polish market analyst Chrzanowski, a new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is expected to achieve significant commercial success, with projected sales reaching around 11 million copies.
Chrzanowski cites a production budget for the upcoming downloadable content (DLC) in the vicinity of $14.5 million, not including further costs associated with marketing and promotional activities. This figure would represent one of the largest single-DLC investments for the franchise, surpassing budgets of previous expansions like Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine.
With its anticipated retail price set at $30 USD, the expansion aims to attract both dedicated long-term fans and the influx of new players who have discovered the game through platforms like the Nintendo Switch and the broader reach of the eShop. IGN previously reported, based on information from sources said to be familiar with the project, that an expansion was in active development, fueling anticipation within the gaming community.
This latest data from Chrzanowski reinforces industry expectations and underlines the strategic timing, as the DLC is reportedly positioned to dovetail with the marketing campaign for the upcoming entry, The Witcher 4. CD Projekt Red’s history of high-quality post-launch content has cemented The Witcher franchise as a mainstay in video game culture, celebrated for its narrative depth and technical achievements across all platforms.
Since its launch, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide, with the Nintendo Switch version broadening its audience and contributing robustly to the title's continued relevance. As details continue to emerge, both long-time fans of the series and new players discovering The Witcher 3 on Nintendo Switch and other platforms can look forward to an expansion that not only extends the adventure but also sets the stage for the highly anticipated The Witcher 4.
For now, the gaming community awaits further official announcements from CD Projekt Red regarding release dates and additional content specifics.
Developed by Polish studio CD Projekt Red, The Witcher 3 originally launched in 2015 to critical acclaim across PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and later, the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop.
The franchise has maintained its momentum through consistent support, including award-winning expansions and ongoing updates. According to reputable Polish market analyst Chrzanowski, a new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is expected to achieve significant commercial success, with projected sales reaching around 11 million copies.
Chrzanowski cites a production budget for the upcoming downloadable content (DLC) in the vicinity of $14.5 million, not including further costs associated with marketing and promotional activities. This figure would represent one of the largest single-DLC investments for the franchise, surpassing budgets of previous expansions like Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine.
With its anticipated retail price set at $30 USD, the expansion aims to attract both dedicated long-term fans and the influx of new players who have discovered the game through platforms like the Nintendo Switch and the broader reach of the eShop. IGN previously reported, based on information from sources said to be familiar with the project, that an expansion was in active development, fueling anticipation within the gaming community.
This latest data from Chrzanowski reinforces industry expectations and underlines the strategic timing, as the DLC is reportedly positioned to dovetail with the marketing campaign for the upcoming entry, The Witcher 4. CD Projekt Red’s history of high-quality post-launch content has cemented The Witcher franchise as a mainstay in video game culture, celebrated for its narrative depth and technical achievements across all platforms.
Since its launch, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide, with the Nintendo Switch version broadening its audience and contributing robustly to the title's continued relevance. As details continue to emerge, both long-time fans of the series and new players discovering The Witcher 3 on Nintendo Switch and other platforms can look forward to an expansion that not only extends the adventure but also sets the stage for the highly anticipated The Witcher 4.
For now, the gaming community awaits further official announcements from CD Projekt Red regarding release dates and additional content specifics.
