The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered arrives on Nintendo's next-generation hardware on 29 September 2026, offering an updated version of CD Projekt Red's critically acclaimed open-world RPG for the Switch 2.
The release follows previous console remasters and ports from CD Projekt Red and targets Nintendo's new platform via the Switch 2 eShop.
For owners of the original Nintendo Switch version, CD Projekt Red is providing the Remastered edition at no additional cost.
However, unlike the automatic upgrade pathways used for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S—where previous-generation purchases were upgraded to remastered builds—Switch 2 users must take an extra step: the Remastered edition is a separate eShop product.
In plain terms, players will not see their existing Switch download automatically convert into the new build; they must locate and download the distinct Remastered listing on the Switch 2 eShop.
Pre-installation support for the Switch 2 release began several days before the 29 September launch, allowing players to download the new package ahead of time.
CD Projekt Red's community and social media director, Marcin Momot, confirmed the advertised download size is approximately 50GB.
Independent verification of a pre-installed copy shows the package at roughly 48.5GB on the Switch 2, a small discrepancy from the studio's figure but within the same range.
For players who did not own the original Switch release, The Witcher 3 Remastered is priced at £45.99 in the UK and $59.99 in the US on the Switch 2 eShop.
CD Projekt Red provided promotional materials and a timed launch image ahead of release detailing availability on 29 September.
Summary for Switch 2 owners:
- Free upgrade: Yes, if you own the original Switch release; the Remastered edition is provided at no extra cost.
- Download method: Manual — find the separate Remastered product on the Switch 2 eShop and download it.
- File size: Approximately 50GB according to CD Projekt Red; pre-installed files measured near 48.5GB.
- Price for new buyers: £45.99/$59.99.
This release underscores the current norm for Nintendo digital upgrades, where a separate eShop listing is commonly used rather than automatic in-place upgrades.
For complete details and official timing, check the Switch 2 eShop and CD Projekt Red communications on launch day.
The release follows previous console remasters and ports from CD Projekt Red and targets Nintendo's new platform via the Switch 2 eShop.
For owners of the original Nintendo Switch version, CD Projekt Red is providing the Remastered edition at no additional cost.
However, unlike the automatic upgrade pathways used for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S—where previous-generation purchases were upgraded to remastered builds—Switch 2 users must take an extra step: the Remastered edition is a separate eShop product.
In plain terms, players will not see their existing Switch download automatically convert into the new build; they must locate and download the distinct Remastered listing on the Switch 2 eShop.
Pre-installation support for the Switch 2 release began several days before the 29 September launch, allowing players to download the new package ahead of time.
CD Projekt Red's community and social media director, Marcin Momot, confirmed the advertised download size is approximately 50GB.
Independent verification of a pre-installed copy shows the package at roughly 48.5GB on the Switch 2, a small discrepancy from the studio's figure but within the same range.
For players who did not own the original Switch release, The Witcher 3 Remastered is priced at £45.99 in the UK and $59.99 in the US on the Switch 2 eShop.
CD Projekt Red provided promotional materials and a timed launch image ahead of release detailing availability on 29 September.
Summary for Switch 2 owners:
- Free upgrade: Yes, if you own the original Switch release; the Remastered edition is provided at no extra cost.
- Download method: Manual — find the separate Remastered product on the Switch 2 eShop and download it.
- File size: Approximately 50GB according to CD Projekt Red; pre-installed files measured near 48.5GB.
- Price for new buyers: £45.99/$59.99.
This release underscores the current norm for Nintendo digital upgrades, where a separate eShop listing is commonly used rather than automatic in-place upgrades.
For complete details and official timing, check the Switch 2 eShop and CD Projekt Red communications on launch day.
