The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC Reveal Date Confirmed

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the first official look at the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled "Songs of the Past," will be revealed at gamescom 2026. The announcement was made via IGN, which reported the reveal date. The expansion is expected to be shown during the event, giving fans their first glimpse of new content for the acclaimed role-playing game.

The DLC is anticipated by the game's large player base, which continues to enjoy The Witcher 3 years after its original release. The expansion's development has been affected by delays, with some reports indicating that Grand Theft Auto VI's postponement forced a shift in the release schedule for "Songs of the Past" to 2027. This means players will have to wait longer than initially expected to experience the new content.

The reveal at gamescom 2026 matters because it will provide concrete details about the expansion's features, story, and gameplay, ending months of speculation. CD Projekt Red has not released specific numbers regarding the expansion's size or price, but the confirmation of a reveal date suggests development is progressing.

Background: The Witcher 3 originally launched in 2015 and has received multiple expansions, including Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. "Songs of the Past" was announced as a new expansion, but its release was reportedly pushed back due to GTA 6's delay, according to GameGPU. The expansion is now slated for a 2027 release.

Next steps: The gamescom 2026 reveal will likely include a trailer, gameplay footage, and possibly a release window. Following the reveal, CD Projekt Red may provide more updates on the expansion's launch date and additional content. Fans should expect further news after the event.