PlayStation 5 Pro owners are breathing new life into one of the most celebrated role-playing games of the last decade, as the newly released remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt takes full advantage of Sony's premium console. Originally launched in 2015, the 11-year-old Game of the Year winner has received a dedicated PS5 update featuring specific PS5 Pro enhancements. The remaster is currently available on the PlayStation Store for $24.99 until October 8, reflecting a 50% launch discount off its standard $50 price tag.
According to a trending discussion on the r/PS5pro subreddit, players are overwhelmingly positive about the visual leap, with the top post calling the game "astonishingly beautiful." The sentiment is widely shared among the community, as early adopters praise the sharper textures and modernized experience. "No one will ever convince me that this is a bad-looking remaster," one top comment reads.
Another user pushed back against early criticisms, adding, "The Reddit whining chamber is insane. Bunch of angry, unhappy people. I’m 8 hours in, and every piece of scenery has been beautiful." The discourse they referenced stems from valid critiques regarding the remaster's lighting, with some players noting that the visuals can appear oversaturated and overly bright. While these issues may require post-launch patches, the consensus remains that the game looks noticeably sharper than its 2015 iteration.
A Landmark Era for RPGs
The original 2015 release year was a landmark period for the genre. Alongside CD Projekt Red's flagship title, the era introduced several foundational games that defined the modern role-playing landscape. The major releases from that year include:
- Bloodborne
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Undertale
- Fallout 4
- Pillars of Eternity
- Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward
- Xenoblade Chronicles X
Bridging the Gap for CD Projekt Red
The success of this PS5 Pro enhancement highlights a clear, effective strategy for CD Projekt Red amid internal development shifts. With The Witcher remake facing recent delays and The Witcher 4 remaining entirely out of sight, this $24.99 remaster serves as a vital revenue and engagement bridge. By leaning on Sony's upgraded hardware to sharpen an 11-year-old foundation, the studio keeps its flagship franchise active in the 2026 conversation without requiring the massive resources of a full new release.
This timing is particularly strategic for the PlayStation ecosystem. For PS5 Pro owners who have already exhausted The Witcher 3, the market recently saw the drop of another unnamed, highly comparable open-world RPG just last month. By positioning this discounted remaster right now, CD Projekt Red successfully captures the attention of hardware enthusiasts looking to test their new consoles, ensuring Geralt of Rivia remains a benchmark for visual performance even a decade later.
