Haven’t Revisited The Witcher 3 Post-Upgrade? Enhance the Latest Version’s Visuals with the ‘NextGen Edition’ Mod

Back in late 2022, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt got a fantastic upgrade to suit the latest gaming consoles, and better yet, it didn’t cost a dime for those who already owned the game on PS4, Xbox One, or PC. While the PC version saw the most striking visual enhancements, it hasn’t stopped the modding community—now equipped with full modding tools—from diving in to refine the game’s textures, meshes, and overall look. Enter Halk Hogan’s ‘The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project NextGen Edition,’ ready to push the boundaries even further.

Halk Hogan, who’s been refining this mod over a significant period, claims it “improves and reworks a substantial amount of game assets including textures, models, materials, and more,” and we’re talking thousands of these improvements. With a download size creeping up around 12GB, they’re definitely not overstating the claim. For those seeking official validation, CD Projekt Red seems to be on board with these developments.

While quirky mods like turning Geralt into a Centaur have their charm, most players still prefer experiencing a polished version of this acclaimed open-world adventure. Much like The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim from 2011, which thrives with daily mod additions, CD Projekt Red’s role-playing giant is expected to continue attracting captivating mods—whether they stick to the lore or not—for a long time.

If you’re considering giving your PC a mod upgrade, it’s worth checking out Halk Hogan’s 15-minute video demonstrating various tweaks to models, textures, and different game assets:

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As showcased, this mod does more than just sharpen object details. The game’s landscape geometry benefits from noticeable enhancements across the board, including improvements to LOD details. Despite The Witcher 3’s recent current-gen update that introduced ray tracing and advanced graphics, it did feel like some basic visual elements could use a touch-up.

Thankfully, Halk Hogan’s mod offers a seamless improvement across the board. It’s designed as a straightforward ‘replacement’ mod, so it should mesh well with other mods affecting different aspects of the game. Remarkably, it’s also compatible with the previous game version and reportedly doesn’t take a significant toll on FPS, provided you have some extra video memory—nothing like those resource-hungry ENB presets.

Even if you’re playing on a console, contemplating a new playthrough to mark the game’s upcoming tenth anniversary next year sounds like the perfect plan. Especially with the next installment in The Witcher series now in full-scale production, we can expect a wait. So, why not enjoy the masterpiece that’s available right now?