No More Save Scares: Your Witcher 3 Saves Are Safe in the Upcoming Remaster!

The Continent is about to get a fresh coat of paint, and for fans of The Witcher 3, that means another chance to dive back into Geralt’s world. But with every new version comes the inevitable question: will my precious save files survive? Thankfully, CD Projekt Red has delivered some reassuring news regarding the upcoming Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered.

Save Your Progress, Save Your Sanity

As any seasoned gamer knows, migrating saves between versions of a game can be a real headache. Remember the “next-gen” upgrade for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S back in 2022? While it brought stunning visuals and improved performance, it also forced players to jump through hoops to transfer their save data. Thankfully, CD Projekt Red is learning from past experiences.

“We’ve seen your questions about The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered!” CDPR wrote on X today. “Good news: your current saves will work with the upgrade, so you can get back on the Path right where you left off. Your unlocked achievements and trophies will carry over too!”

This essentially confirms that the remaster is designed as an upgrade to the existing PS5/Xbox Series X/S version, rather than a completely separate release. While this might seem obvious to newcomers, it’s huge news for players who have already poured hundreds of hours into the game and are understandably protective of their progress.

One user, @AlmightyWesker, even cheekily inquired about a separate trophy list. The prospect of re-platinumming The Witcher 3 is certainly tempting!

Learning from the Past: A Smoother Upgrade Experience

Back in 2022, while CDPR provided a cloud save transfer function for the “next-gen” upgrade, it was still a cumbersome process. Even worse, the existing trophies and achievements didn’t automatically carry over. This meant players had to re-earn everything, effectively resetting their progress on that front. For many, this proved to be a major deterrent from fully embracing the upgraded version.

Fortunately, it seems CD Projekt Red is determined to avoid repeating those past mistakes. With the Wild Hunt Remastered, players can look forward to a much smoother and more seamless upgrade experience, allowing them to continue their adventures without fear of losing valuable progress or having to grind for achievements all over again. Get ready to dive back into The Continent on September 29!