What Songs of the Past Means for Witcher 3 Fans

This expansion shows CDPR's commitment to enriching The Witcher 3's world with culturally rich details and thoughtful lore expansions, giving players a reason to return to the Continent years after la…

This expansion shows CDPR's commitment to enriching The Witcher 3's world with culturally rich details and thoughtful lore expansions, giving players a reason to return to the Continent years after la…

Key points - Songs of the Past is The Witcher 3's third expansion, set to release in 2027. - The expansion introduces a new region called Lettin with British and Polish countryside influences. - Lettin's local alcohol, Bracket, is a fusion of honey and beer and shapes the region's economy and monsters. - A new monster called the Swarmion loves honey and uses hornets for protection. - CDPR explains that bringing back characters like Regis is possible if the lore justification makes sense.

Timeline - 2027: Songs of the Past expansion releases. - Lucca Comics & Games festival: CDPR's Miles Tost and Paula Meissner discuss the expansion with IGN.

FAQ

Q: When is Songs of the Past coming out? A: The expansion is set to arrive in 2027, more than a decade after The Witcher 3's initial release.

Q: What is Bracket in The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past? A: Bracket is a local alcohol from the new region of Lettin, made from a fusion of honey and beer. It's a cultural export and economic backbone.

Q: Are they bringing back dead characters like Regis again? A: The devs didn't confirm specific characters, but they explained their approach: they'll bring characters back if they can justify it in the lore, like they did with Regis in Blood and Wine.