Wind's howling... and so are the rumors.
Nearly a decade after its original release, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt may not have cast its last Igni yet.
Fresh rumors emerging from the Polish gaming scene suggest that CD Projekt Red could be preparing a new DLC for its landmark RPG – possibly set to release in 2026.
A New Spark from CDPR
CD Projekt Red recently announced what it called the “final major update” for The Witcher 3, which will introduce cross-platform mod support via mod.io. This will allow players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S to share and access mods across platforms – a major step aimed at breathing new life into a game that has already sold over 60 million copies.
In fan forums, this announcement sparked speculation that CDPR might not be done with The Witcher 3 just yet. Many pointed out that enabling modding at this level could pave the way for “DLC-quality” fan content – or even small official story add-ons from the developers themselves.
The Source: Poland's Trusted Podcast Duo
The latest DLC rumor originated from a stream by Rock i Borys, one of Poland’s most influential gaming and tech podcasts. While both hosts have made bold claims in the past, Borys has developed a reputation for credible insider info.
In 2020, Borys correctly predicted both the console performance issues that plagued Cyberpunk 2077 and early hints that Ciri might play a leading role in The Witcher 4. He also accurately teased the Phantom Liberty expansion for Cyberpunk well before its official reveal. His track record, while not flawless, gives weight to his latest claim.
Adding credibility to the rumor, some fans speculate this may be a “controlled leak” – a deliberate signal from CDPR channeled through Rock i Borys, a podcast with which the studio has maintained a close and informal rapport for years.
The show has historically served as a soft outlet for early hints about CDPR’s projects, making it a plausible vehicle for gauging community response without committing to an official announcement.
What We Know: Length, Scope, and Developer
According to Borys, the rumored DLC would not be a full-fledged expansion like Hearts of Stone or Blood and Wine, but rather a shorter, story-driven add-on. Whether the content will be free or paid remains unconfirmed.
The development is reportedly being handled by Fool’s Theory – the Polish studio also working on the Witcher 1 Remake. Composed of former CDPR devs, Fool’s Theory has previously contributed to games like Seven, Baldur’s Gate III, and Divinity: Original Sin 2. Their experience and pedigree make them a natural fit for expanding Geralt’s world with an authentic, lore-rich continuation.
Filling the Gaps Between Story And Releases
If the leak holds true, the DLC is expected to serve as a narrative bridge between The Witcher 3 and the upcoming Witcher 4 (internally codenamed “Project Polaris”). This could address long-standing fan concerns about the lack of a clear story link between Geralt’s finale and whatever the next installment brings.
According to Borys, the release timeline would place the DLC after the upcoming console mod support update, but ahead of both The Witcher 4 and the Witcher 1 Remake.
CDPR has outlined bold financial goals, including a net profit target of 3 billion PLN between 2024 and 2027. Given that the company has publicly stated – most recently in live presentations – that its major games often take up to five years to release from the early concept stage (not from full production), The Witcher 4 is unlikely to arrive within that profit window. This makes interim content – like a potential Witcher 3 DLC – a logical move to maintain both fan engagement and financial momentum.
Fans React: Excitement Meets Skepticism
Of course, not everyone is convinced. Critics on social media and Reddit argue that reviving The Witcher 3 in 2026 – eleven years after its debut – makes little sense when the franchise is poised to move forward.
Still, others point out that post-launch content years later is hardly unprecedented. Borderlands 2 received new DLC in 2019, seven years after launch. Final Fantasy XV added content in 2019 as well, and Final Fantasy XIV, first released in 2010, continues to roll out expansions as of 2024.
Whether this new DLC is a calculated move by CDPR or just wishful thinking amplified by a reliable source, fans will be watching closely in the months ahead.
One thing is certain in the world of The Witcher: even years later, Geralt’s tale continues to burn in the hearts of fans. And as ever – hope dies last.