The Witcher 3 Remastered Launch Times And Download Sizes Revealed
CD Projekt Red has confirmed when The Witcher 3 Remastered will go live and how large its update will be. The free upgrade arrives on Tuesday, September 29 at 3am PDT / 6am EDT / 11am BST, with no preload period. On Xbox, the update is around 45GB, existing achievements carry over, and the game will support Xbox Play Anywhere.
CD Projekt Red says the remastered update goes live simultaneously worldwide on Tuesday, September 29, at 3am PDT, 6am EDT, and 11am BST. There will be no preload, so players can download it only once it appears. On Xbox the download is roughly 45GB; PC and PS5 are similar, while Switch 2 is about 50GB.
Existing Xbox achievements will transfer, and the title will support Xbox Play Anywhere, giving digital owners a PC copy through the Xbox app. The digital Xbox version is currently half price at £19.99/$24.99. The remaster also bundles the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions.
This release could affect existing Witcher 3 owners, Xbox users, and PC players who use the Xbox app. The no-cost upgrade and Play Anywhere support may make switching between console and PC easier, potentially increasing playtime and interest in the expansions. Physical owners may face uncertainty if upgrade eligibility remains unclear. Overall, it may extend the game's cultural footprint without requiring a new purchase.