{"id":35066,"date":"2026-05-28T15:33:03","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T15:33:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=35066"},"modified":"2026-05-28T15:33:03","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T15:33:03","slug":"geralts-new-sword-from-songs-of-the-past-expansion-added-to-witcher-3-by-modders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=35066","title":{"rendered":"Geralt’s New Sword from Songs of the Past Expansion Added to Witcher 3 by Modders"},"content":{"rendered":"
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**The Witcher 3 Expands Its Universe with ‘Songs of the Past’ DLC**<\/p>\n

On May 27th, CD Projekt Red officially announced the long-anticipated expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled “Songs of the Past.” Set for release in 2027, this DLC aims to rejuvenate the beloved RPG with new content, including quests, characters, and possibly new locations. The announcement was accompanied by striking promotional art featuring Geralt of Rivia wielding a sword before a mysterious tree creature, sparking excitement within the community.<\/p>\n

As one might expect with any major game reveal, the modding community was quick to respond. Notably, modder Merigoldmaribor launched a new weapon mod inspired by the sword depicted in the promotional art, which was made available on Nexus Mods shortly after the announcement. This swift creation reflects the dedication and creativity of The Witcher\u2019s fanbase, eager to celebrate and engage with new content even before its official release.<\/p>\n

The new blade, while not an exact match to the expansion’s weapon, features unique artistic elements\u2014most notably, an ornate design around the guard that distinguishes it from the traditional, more utilitarian weapons familiar to players. This detail hints at potential thematic explorations within Songs of the Past, though the specific setting remains ambiguous.<\/p>\n

In addition to the new content and fan creations, CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the upcoming DLC will raise the minimum system requirements for The Witcher 3. Players eager to experience the enhanced version should review these updated specifications to ensure their hardware is equipped to handle the expansion.<\/p>\n

For those intrigued by different narratives, it’s vital to note that CD Projekt Red has ruled out surprise expansions for Cyberpunk 2077, encouraging players to focus on what The Witcher 3’s new chapter has to offer.<\/p>\n

As anticipation builds for Songs of the Past, fans are left to wonder about the journey ahead for Geralt and the intricacies that will unfold within this new storyline. The blending of official content and community-driven mods showcases the dynamic interaction between developers and players, enriching the gaming experience even further.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Yesterday, May 27th, CD Projekt finally held their hands up and revealed that the extra DLC<\/a> long-rumoured to be coming to The Witcher 3<\/a> is indeed a thing. It’s called Songs of the Past and will arrive in 2027, they said, also lobbing out some promo art of Gerry from the River holding a sword in front of a spooky tree bloke. Cue a Witcher 3 modder cracking their knuckles and immediately getting to work re-creating the sword from the artwork and adding it to the RPG<\/a> as a way for folks to celebrate the news.<\/p>\n

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