CD Projekt Red has long said that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’s next-gen update will take advantage of the full capabilities of next-gen hardware. But what does that mean for the PlayStation 5? Let’s break down some of the features gamers can expect when the update goes live on December 14th.
With the unique haptics available on PlayStation 5, there’s no better place to start! Colin Walder, Director of Engineering for Management and Audio, wanted to get the most out of the DualSense controller’s capabilities. Walder said: “One way to achieve this is by translating certain elements of audio into detailed shapes and textures of vibrations that are perfectly synchronized with the in-game action.” It meant rummaging through the game not just for action, but for relevant action in the wider world, ensuring that players received tactile feedback as they traveled to the next continent. Now, diving underwater, picking herbs, winning (or losing!) his game of cards, and riding horses (to name a few) all feel more real than ever. increase.
“The developers approached this task in a way that uses the fantastic DualSense 5 technology to give players an instinctive connection not just to Geralt, but to the wider Witcher universe at large,” said Walder. I’m here. “Every swing and strike, every sign cast, and feeling the earth under your boot is a real treat. Combine this with the new immersive 3D audio and you’ll be immersed in ways you’ve never been able to integrate before. It creates an extra layer of feeling.”
For those new to the game, we have something for you! Or, well — if it’s been a while since you last launched The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, this might come in handy too. Players can now use the game help on PlayStation 5 to view quest hints. Release his manager Artur Kepen, who worked closely with Sony to create the system, promises: If you get lost in your adventure, you can find videos that show you what you need to do to complete the quest, as well as screenshots of areas to properly mark your quest objectives. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt features a vast open world, which is his one additional way to keep track of where to go next.
Don’t forget your activity card! Tracking your game progress has never been easier with the help of this handy PlayStation 5 feature. Minimize load times and return directly to the game to document your journey across the continent with Geralt in search of Ciri.
Of course, bringing the game up to modern gamer standards also means introducing two new modes: performance and ray tracing. Performance Mode prioritizes a frame rate of 60 FPS, Ray Tracing aims for 30 FPS, Ray Tracing Global Illumination for more realistic lighting, and Ray Tracing for more accurate and effective surface lighting. Includes Racing Ambient Occlusion. To further enhance these graphical improvements, you can expect dozens of fully integrated community-made mods, including 4K textures and models, immersive enhancements, and visual bug fixes. In addition, we have added unique gameplay and graphics improvements. And of course, a photo mode is now available to show off the beauty of the continent. (Pro Tip: Ray Tracing Mode is perfect for breathtaking shots!)
We’ve added something for fans of Netflix’s The Witcher series. After completing the quest, you will have access to Geralt’s two armor sets and a sword. Other features include new camera modes, map filtering toggles, and cross progression. This means you can use cloud saves to move between platforms. Only one day left until the update. We can’t wait to see you dive in again (or start your first journey) tomorrow!
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is available for PlayStation 4 and 5 from the PlayStation Store. On December 14th, all existing players will receive the next-gen update for free.
