{"id":9703,"date":"2026-09-11T18:17:43","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T10:17:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/witcher-3-remastered-switch-2-september-29-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T18:17:43","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T10:17:43","slug":"witcher-3-remastered-switch-2-september-29-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/witcher-3-remastered-switch-2-september-29-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"The Witcher 3 Remastered Comes to Switch 2 on 29 September \u2014 Free for Existing Switch Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most acclaimed RPGs ever made is coming natively to Nintendo Switch 2. <strong>The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt \u2014 Remastered<\/strong> launches on <strong>29 September 2026<\/strong>, and if you already own the original Switch version, <strong>you get the upgrade for free<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>What the Remastered Edition Includes<\/h2>\n<p>This is not a simple resolution bump. The Remastered edition brings overhauled combat, revamped skill progression, updated monster AI, new witcher sign effects, improved traversal, transmogrification, new finishers, and an expanded photo mode \u2014 on top of substantially improved visuals. The full package includes the base game plus both expansions: <em>Hearts of Stone<\/em> and <em>Blood and Wine<\/em>, weighing in at 42.3 GB. Players who own the original Switch version \u2014 digital or physical \u2014 can claim the Remastered edition on Switch 2 at no extra cost, with their save files carrying over.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/w3r_img2.png?w=474&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Geralt riding through a lush forest on horseback with a griffon overhead in The Witcher 3 Remastered\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><figcaption>Image courtesy of CD PROJEKT RED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Switch 2 Technical Specs<\/h2>\n<p>The native Switch 2 version targets <strong>1080p in docked mode<\/strong> and <strong>720p in handheld<\/strong>, running at 30\u201340 fps. Handheld mode takes advantage of VRR for smoother performance, and docked mode supports 120 Hz output on compatible displays. The game is also built around Switch 2&#8217;s new control options \u2014 motion controls let you cast witcher signs, fire crossbows, toss bombs, and handle Roach, while gyro aiming adds precision in combat. Mouse controls and touchscreen input for maps, menus, and Gwent are included too.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/w3r_img3.png?w=474&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Close-up of Ciri in The Witcher 3 Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><figcaption>Image courtesy of CD PROJEKT RED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Singapore Switch 2 owners can pre-order digitally on the Nintendo eShop now. The US eShop lists the game at <strong>USD 59.99<\/strong>; check the local Singapore eShop for the SGD price at launch. Existing Switch owners should look for the free upgrade claim on the eShop from 29 September.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gt-video\">\n<div style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OGHheBb3QLM\" title=\"The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Remastered - Reveal Trailer | gamescom 2026\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer;clipboard-write;encrypted-media;gyroscope;picture-in-picture;web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><figcaption>The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Remastered &#8211; Reveal Trailer | gamescom 2026 &#8212; via IGN on YouTube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Songs of the Past: A New Expansion in 2027<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the Remastered edition, CD PROJEKT RED announced <em>Songs of the Past<\/em> \u2014 a brand-new, full-scale Witcher 3 expansion set for 2027. Developed in partnership with Fool&#8217;s Theory (a studio staffed by veteran Witcher 3 developers), the expansion takes Geralt to <strong>Letten<\/strong>, a peaceful rural realm hiding dark secrets beneath the surface. New enemies, never-before-seen weapons including a chain, and returning characters are confirmed. The expansion also transitions to playing as Ciri, bridging events toward <em>The Witcher 4<\/em>. It is available to wishlist on the Nintendo eShop now.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/w3r_img4.png?w=474&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Geralt entering a grand cathedral interior in The Witcher 3 Remastered\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><figcaption>Image courtesy of CD PROJEKT RED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/w3r_img5.png?w=474&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Geralt casting Igni fire sign against a beast in The Witcher 3 Remastered\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"><figcaption>Image courtesy of CD PROJEKT RED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The original Switch version of The Witcher 3 was a technical marvel for its time but ran at limited resolution and frame rate. The Switch 2 Remastered is the definitive portable version, and for the large pool of Singapore players who already own it on Switch, 29 September is essentially a free upgrade day. For those who missed it the first time, there has never been a better entry point. Check our <a href=\"\/blog\/category\/game-news\/\">Game News<\/a> coverage for the full list of Switch 2 launches this autumn.<\/p>\n<p><!--GT-SCOUT source=\"Web (English)\" theme=\"Video games\" flags=\"SGD eShop price to be confirmed at launch\"--><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt \u2014 Remastered launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on 29 September, bundling both expansions and offering a free upgrade for Switch owners.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":9698,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":[]},"categories":[11],"tags":[94,476,45,1303],"class_list":["post-9703","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-game-news","tag-action-rpg","tag-cd-projekt-red","tag-nintendo-switch-2","tag-the-witcher-3"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/w3r_hero.png?fit=1024%2C576&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p13AlF-2wv","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":8675,"url":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/witcher-3-wild-hunt-remastered-free-upgrade-september-29-2026\/","url_meta":{"origin":9703,"position":0},"title":"The Witcher 3 Remastered Launches 29 September \u2014 Free for All Owners","date":"August 26, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt \u2014 Remastered launches 29 September as a free upgrade, with reworked combat, path tracing, DLSS 4.5, and free DLC for all base-game owners.","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Game News&quot;","img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/witcher3-remastered-screenshot-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C675&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":4717,"url":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/oblivion-remastered-switch-2-august-11\/","url_meta":{"origin":9703,"position":1},"title":"Oblivion Remastered Hits Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11 \u2014 With a Real Cartridge","date":"July 2, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered lands on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, 2026 with a genuine game cartridge, all DLC included, and DLSS-powered visuals up to 1080p.","rel":"","context":"In &quot;Game News&quot;","img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/oblivion-switch2-release-date-scaled.jpg?fit=1200%2C675&ssl=1&resize=350%2C200","width":350,"height":200},"classes":[]},{"id":7616,"url":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/oblivion-remastered-switch-2-launch-verdict\/","url_meta":{"origin":9703,"position":2},"title":"Oblivion Remastered Arrives on Switch 2 \u2014 How Does It Actually Run?","date":"August 11, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is live on Nintendo Switch 2. 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