Edited By
Nicolas Dubois
As anticipation builds for the Switch 2, questions are swirling about a potential upgrade for The Witcher 3. CD Projekt has danced around the issue lately, declaring their major focus is still on Cyberpunk 2077, leaving fans eager for news.
Despite no official confirmation, many players are optimistic. Comments on forums display a range of thoughts, with some predicting a Switch 2 upgrade for The Witcher 3 in a year or two. One commenter stated, "Even if itโs just a resolution and frame rate bump, it would be really welcome."
However, enhancements wonโt come easy. Users voiced concerns regarding performance on the Switch 1, with one commenter reflecting on their mediocre experience, saying, "I bought the game on a whimbut the frame rate wasnโt good, so I quit after 20-30 minutes."
A significant number of comments reflect a desire for improvements, especially in graphics and frame rate. Many expect:
60 fps performance
Substantial uplift in resolution
Optimize future games like the Witcher remake and Witcher 4 to run on the system
While it's unclear how the Switch 2 will handle the demanding visuals of The Witcher 3, one user pointed out,
"TW3 cuts a lot of corners to be playable on the first switch, so theyโll need to make sure those corners are smaller to non-existent."
Sentiments vary, but thereโs a hopeful mix among players. They understand that while the Switch 2โs hardware may transcend past limitations, they are keen on knowing what improvements are planned.
Some say that if Cyberpunk is any indication, we might see 1080p/40fps performance mode. Others speculate about a potential 1800p/30fps quality mode as well.
What these upgrades mean for gameplay remains to be seen.
๐ Many believe an upgrade for The Witcher 3 on Switch 2 is possible within a few years.
๐ "Itโll be interesting how they do it if true."
โก Performance expectations range from 60 fps to improved resolution.
With CD Projekt focusing on Cyberpunk 2077, fans of The Witcher 3 hope that the studio wonโt forget about their beloved title. Will we see significant improvements? The gaming community waits with bated breath.