CD Projekt Red is making The Witcher 3's two major expansions freely available to all players ahead of the upcoming remaster. Blood and Wine and Hearts of Stone, both critically acclaimed DLC packages, will be claimable on Steam starting September 2. The giveaway appears timed to drive engagement before the remaster's release, giving both existing and new players access to content that significantly extended the base game's lifespan when originally released.
The move represents a notable shift in how the studio is handling its back catalog. Rather than maintaining premium pricing on acclaimed DLC, CD Projekt Red is leveraging free distribution to broaden the player base during a period of renewed interest in the franchise.
- Blood and Wine and Hearts of Stone are becoming permanently free on Steam, claimable from September 2 onward.
- The timing coincides with The Witcher 3 remaster's approach, suggesting a strategy to consolidate the player base.
- Both expansions carry strong critical reputations, making the giveaway a substantial content offering.
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