Nearly a decade after the acclaimed Blood and Wine expansion concluded Geralt of Rivia's story, whispers are emerging that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt may receive one last surprise. According to new reports, a previously unannounced piece of downloadable content could be on the horizon, potentially launching as soon as May 2026.
Sources Point to a May Release
The rumour stems from Polish industry analyst Mateusz Chrzanowski, whose claims were later reported by Video Games Chronicle (VGC). This follows earlier speculation in late 2025 from another Polish insider, Borys Nieśpielak, who stated the DLC was in development at Fool's Theory.
Fool's Theory is the studio currently tasked by CD Projekt Red with remaking the original The Witcher game. Nieśpielak later told Eurogamer that his information had been 'verified by several independent sources', adding significant weight to the claims.
Official Hints and Cautious Silence
While CD Projekt Red has maintained its standard position of not commenting on 'rumour or speculation', eagle-eyed fans have pointed to a potential clue in an official earnings call transcript. The company's chief financial officer was quoted as saying: "Given our current progress, there is a chance that new content hinted upon in recent calls and reports may see release in the coming year..."
This statement has been interpreted by many as a subtle nod to ongoing, unannounced projects that could impact the company's 2026 financial results.
What Could The DLC Be About?
With Geralt's personal saga having reached a definitive conclusion in Blood and Wine, the purpose of new content remains a mystery. The most popular theory among the community is that it could serve as a narrative bridge to the next major title in the franchise, currently known as Witcher 4 (or Project Polaris).
The upcoming game is confirmed to move on from Geralt as the protagonist, with Ciri expected to take up the mantle. A new DLC could potentially set the stage for this transition, exploring events in the Continent after the end of the third game.
Alternatively, given Fool's Theory's involvement, the content could have some connection to their remake of the first Witcher title, perhaps offering a modernised prologue or connected side-story.
Regardless of its focus, after almost ten years, the mere prospect of new adventures in one of gaming's most beloved worlds is sure to excite fans globally, building anticipation for the future of the series.
