Is The Witcher 3 next gen update coming to Nintendo Switch?

CD Projekt Red have announced that the new update will come to the Switch soon.

Ed Farish

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A free next-gen update arrived to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on December 14 2022. This includes some new DLC content inspired by the Netflix show.

However, while PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series S/X fans can enjoy the new graphics and content, what does this mean for Nintendo Switch owners? Let’s find out.

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Will Nintendo Switch get the Witcher 3 next gen update?

In short, no. This is no surprise due to the system limitations of these older consoles. However, all hope is not lost. Nintendo fans will still get all the DLC inspired by the Netflix show and some additional quests – all for free.

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What is in the Witcher 3 next gen update?

Well, for next-gen consoles, there will be both visual and gameplay improvements. Not only this, but users will re-live the incredible experience of the Witcher 3 with stunning visuals, brand-new quests, and gear inspired by the Netflix adaptation. This is available for the PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S on December 14th 2022. Read on to find out the time.

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As for older generations of consoles like the PlayStation 4 Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, there will an opportunity to also receive this free next-gen update, which includes the same Netflix DLC content. However, it does exclude any visual or gameplay improvements these consoles do not support.

Witcher 3 next gen update release times

The newest Witcher 3 next gen update for PC and Xbox was released on December 13, 2022 at 7 PM EST and for PlayStation on December 14, 2022 at 12 AM EST.

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