Nearly a decade after its original release, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt may not be finished just yet. New industry reports suggest that CD Projekt Red is preparing a surprise, fully paid DLC for the game, potentially scheduled to launch sometime in 2026. If true, this would mark the first major expansion for the game since Blood and Wine in 2016.
The claim originates from Poland-based financial and industry analyses, which point to CD Projekt Red planning additional content for The Witcher 3 as part of its upcoming release roadmap. According to these reports, the DLC is expected to arrive in the first half of 2026, with May frequently mentioned as a likely release window. The projected price is around $30, suggesting this would be a substantial expansion rather than a small add-on or cosmetic pack.
One of the more interesting details behind the rumor is the studio allegedly involved in development. Fool’s Theory, the team currently working on the remake of the original The Witcher, is said to be contributing to this new DLC. Multiple sources familiar with the Polish games industry have reportedly confirmed that the studio is handling more than one Witcher-related project at the same time, strengthening the credibility of the claim.
As for what the expansion could focus on, speculation largely centers around Ciri. With CD Projekt Red already confirming that The Witcher 4 will feature Ciri as its main protagonist, many believe this new DLC could serve as a narrative bridge between The Witcher 3 and the next mainline entry. The story may explore Ciri’s path after the events of Wild Hunt, helping set the stage for the future of the series.
CD Projekt Red has not officially announced any new DLC for The Witcher 3 and continues to avoid commenting on rumors. However, recent financial reports referencing “unannounced future content” have only added fuel to the speculation. While nothing is confirmed yet, the consistency of these reports makes the possibility hard to ignore.
If these reports turn out to be true, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt could be heading for an unexpected comeback years after its final expansion. Do you think a brand-new DLC is the right move before The Witcher 4, and would you return to the game for one last adventure?
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When will the new The Witcher: Wild Hunt DLC be released?
The rumored release window points to the first half of 2026, with May frequently mentioned as a possible launch period.
Will the The Witcher: Wild Hunt DLC focus on Geralt or Ciri?
While nothing is confirmed, speculation strongly suggests the DLC could focus on Ciri and help bridge the story between The Witcher 3 and The Witcher 4.
