Credit: CDP Red

Well… that escalated quickly.

What started as rumors, leaks, and wild speculation has now turned into something very real. CD Projekt Red has officially announced a brand-new expansion:

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past

Yes – Geralt is coming back.

TL;DR
  • New Witcher 3 DLC “Songs of the Past” officially announced
  • Releases in 2027
  • Developed with Fool’s Theory
  • Coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S
  • More details expected late summer

From Rumor to Reality

Just days ago, fans were connecting dots:

  • Mysterious SteamDB changes
  • Alleged launcher leaks
  • A suspiciously timed Blood and Wine livestream

Now we know – something was actually happening behind the scenes.

CDPR’s official message:
“Medallion’s humming… that can only mean one thing!”

And just like that, one of the greatest RPGs ever made is getting new content over a decade later.

What Is Songs of the Past?

Right now, details are limited – but we do know a few key things:

  • It’s a full expansion (not just a small DLC)
  • You’ll once again play as Geralt of Rivia
  • The story will take you on a new journey on the Path

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that more information will be revealed in late summer 2026.

Co-Developed with Fool’s Theory

Interestingly, this expansion isn’t being developed by CDPR alone.

The studio is working with Fool’s Theory, a team with strong RPG experience – including developers who previously worked on Witcher-related projects.

This could mean:

  • A fresh creative direction
  • New gameplay ideas
  • A slightly different tone while staying true to the original

Platforms and Release Window

PlatformStatus
PCConfirmed
PlayStation 5Confirmed
Xbox Series X|SConfirmed

Release is currently planned for 2027, which means this is not a quick add-on – it’s likely a fully-fledged expansion on the scale of Blood and Wine.

Why This Is a Huge Deal

Let’s be honest – almost no one expected this.

The Witcher 3:

  • Launched in 2015
  • Received its final expansion in 2016
  • Was considered fully complete

And yet, here we are in 2026 with:

A brand-new story expansion announced out of nowhere.

It also raises big questions about how this DLC might:

  • Connect to The Witcher 4
  • Expand Geralt’s story one last time
  • Reignite interest in the series before the next saga

Final Thoughts

This is one of those rare moments where gaming rumors actually pay off.

From speculation to official confirmation in a matter of days, CD Projekt Red just pulled off a surprise that few studios could match.

The Path isn’t over yet – and Geralt has one more story to tell.