The Witcher 3’s Decade of Dominance: CDPR Unveils Surprise Console Mod Support for 10th Anniversary!
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a game that has undeniably etched its name into the annals of gaming history as one of the most beloved and expansive RPGs of the last decade, is about to receive a monumental gift for its 10th anniversary. CD Projekt Red has just announced a surprise update that will finally bring official mod support to consoles – a first for the celebrated title.
“We will introduce cross-platform mod support for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S later this year,” the developer declared on social media. “For the first time, creating, sharing, and enjoying mods for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be easier and more accessible than ever.”
This is huge news for console players. Soon, PlayStation and Xbox users will have the ability to dive into the vast world of Witcher 3 mods, potentially slapping Henry Cavill’s likeness onto Geralt, downloading a plethora of new cosmetic items, or even enabling features like having all quest markers visible on the map from the start – provided existing PC mods are approved and adapted for console release.
According to the update’s FAQ page, established modding platforms like NexusMods and Steam Workshop will continue to be usable even after this new patch, which currently does not have a specific release date. An important distinction, however, is that mod creation itself will remain PC-exclusive. Console mods will need to be developed on PC using CDPR’s official modding tool, REDkit, before they can be shared and enjoyed on Xbox or PlayStation.
CD Projekt Red’s continued dedication to their evergreen open-world masterpiece is truly commendable. Even after numerous updates and an astonishing 60 million copies sold, the studio is still committed to delivering “one more patch.” While this phrasing carries a certain sense of finality, it also playfully leaves the door ajar for potential future updates – perhaps for the game’s 20th anniversary?
The Witcher 3’s significant birthday celebrations don’t stop there. Fans can also look forward to beautifully designed Xbox controllers inspired by Geralt’s iconic silver and steel swords. Additionally, CDPR developers recently shared fascinating insights into the challenges they faced balancing the game’s infamous difficulty levels during its development.
As we eagerly await this game-changing update, now is the perfect time to explore the best Witcher 3 mods currently available on PC to get a taste of what console players might soon be able to download and experience later this year. Get ready to customize your Continent adventure like never before!
