The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is adding a brand-new chain weapon in the upcoming Songs of the Past expansion, according to CD Projekt RED development lead Jakub Rokosz. The addition allows Geralt to control crowds of enemies, providing an alternative for players who have grown tired of the standard crossbow across the base game and its two major expansions.
Development History and Technical Hurdles of the Chain Weapon
Developers originally wanted to include a chain model during the initial production of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, according to Jakub Rokosz. However, technical limitations and various development difficulties made implementation impossible at the time. CD Projekt RED finally solved these underlying problems while working on the remaster, allowing the studio to build a weapon that functions naturally and smoothly in combat. The remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is scheduled for release on September 29, while the Songs of the Past expansion is planned for 2027, though a precise release date for the expansion has not yet been announced.
Did you know? The Songs of the Past expansion is slated for release in 2027, several years after the launch of the updated remaster version arriving this September.
Combat Mechanics and Player Utility
The new chain weapon is specifically designed for crowd control against groups of enemies, addressing combat repetition for long-time players. According to CD Projekt RED, the weapon serves users who have spent hundreds of hours mastering the base game and expansions and want fresh tactical options. By pulling off wide-area strikes, players can manage tight groups of foes differently than standard swordplay or crossbow attacks allow.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Songs of the Past expansion be released?
CD Projekt RED has planned the Songs of the Past expansion for release in 2027, with a more precise date yet to be confirmed.
What new weapon is being added to The Witcher 3?
Geralt will gain the ability to use a chain in combat, which is designed for crowd control.
Why wasn’t the chain included in the original game?
According to development lead Jakub Rokosz, technical limitations and various difficulties prevented the team from implementing the weapon during the original development cycle.
When does the remaster release?
The remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is scheduled for release on September 29.
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