The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade will go live on December 13/14, 2022. After weeks of anticipation and guesswork, veteran monster hunters and Witcher apprentices won't have to guess the release date and time anymore.The developers have provided the exact date and time for users worldwide. Here's when The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen update will go live for users around the world:RegionPlatform - Date/TimePC/Xbox Series X/SPlayStation 5BrasiliaDecember 13th, 9 PM BRTDecember 14th, 12 AM BRTBogotaDecember 13th, 7 PM COTDecember 14th, 12 AM COTMexico CityDecember 13th, 6 PM CSTDecember 14th, 12 AM CSTLos AngelesDecember 13th, 4 PM PSTDecember 14th, 12 AM PSTNew YorkDecember 13th, 7 PM ESTDecember 14th, 12 AM ESTLondonDecember 14th, 12 AM GMTDecember 14th, 12 AM GMTParisDecember 14th, 12 AM CETDecember 14th, 12 AM CETBerlinDecember 14th, 1 AM MEZDecember 14th, 12 AM MEZWarsawDecember 14th, 1 AM CETDecember 14th, 12 AM CETRiyadhDecember 14th, 3 AM ASTDecember 14th, 12 AM ASTDubaiDecember 14th, 4 AM GSTDecember 14th, 12 AM GSTJohannesburgDecember 14th, 2 AM SASTDecember 14th, 12 AM SASTNew DelhiDecember 14th, 5:30 AM ISTDecember 14th, 12 AM ISTBeijingDecember 14th, 8 AM CSTDecember 14th, 12 AM CSTSeoulDecember 14th, 9 AM KSTDecember 14th, 12 AM KSTTokyoDecember 14th, 9 AM JSTDecember 14th, 12 AM JSTSingaporeDecember 14th, 8 AM SGTDecember 14th, 12 AM SGTSydneyDecember 14th, 11 AM AEDTDecember 14th, 12 AM AEDTWellingtonDecember 14th, 1 PM NZDTDecember 14th, 12 AM NZDTLooking at the release times, PlayStation 5 owners will be able to jump into the game earlier than their PC/Xbox Series X/S counterparts. The only exceptions to this rule are regions such as Brasilia, Bogota, Mexico City, Los Angeles, and New York.Those playing on PC/Xbox Series X/S in London and Paris will also be able to jump into the game alongside their PS counterparts. Unfortunately, for the rest of the region, PlayStation 5 users will be getting a headstart in-game. Hang in there, PC/Xbox Series X/S users in Wellington!Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade: Cost, system requirements for PC, and preloadHow much does the Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade cost?As stated by CD Projekt Red, the next-gen upgrade is free for anyone who owns The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt or the GOTY edition. Additionally, the update will also be for those who have never played the game and want to hop into the world of monster slaying post the next-gen launch.The Witcher@witchergameHow to get the Next-gen Update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for FREE?Follow these steps:1. Own the game.That's it! Even if you buy the game now, you'll be getting a free update!Note: to update the disc edition of the game you need a next-gen console that has a disc reader.13266894How to get the Next-gen Update for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for FREE?Follow these steps:1. Own the game.That's it! Even if you buy the game now, you'll be getting a free update!Note: to update the disc edition of the game you need a next-gen console that has a disc reader. https://t.co/UuyQRT6qA0To add a cherry on top, CD Projekt Red has also announced a new DLC inspired by Netflix's Witcher Series. This will also be made available to players at no extra cost. The best part about this freebie is it won't be exclusive to the next-gen version of the game.That said, there is one tiny catch with the Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade; players who own the disc edition of the game will need a next-gen console that has a disc-reader. So that leaves out Xbox Series S and Playstation 5 Digital Edition owners.What are the PC requirements for The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade?🌩️ NVIDIA GeForce NOW@NVIDIAGFNThe hunt is on this #GFNThursday! ⚔️ #TheWitcher3NextGen is coming soon, a new GFN app update brings @UbisoftConnect library syncing, and more! 🌩️Check out the full list of titles joining the library this week nvda.ws/3UDCSa065457The hunt is on this #GFNThursday! 🐺⚔️ #TheWitcher3NextGen is coming soon, a new GFN app update brings @UbisoftConnect library syncing, and more! 🌩️Check out the full list of titles joining the library this week ➡️ nvda.ws/3UDCSa0 https://t.co/20tlRyVsvDCD Projekt Red is yet to reveal the exact system requirements for the next-gen upgrade. Nevertheless, given that it goes live in four days, readers can expect to see some information soon.Given that the upgrade will introduce 4K resolution, HDR textures, ray tracing, and other graphical updates, it can be assumed that players will need a mid to high-tier rig to enjoy the game without performance issues. For those who do not have a device capable of utilizing the next-gen upgrade, the game can also be played on Nvidia GeForce Now.Will there be any option to preload The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade?Marcin Momot@Marcin360@videotech_ @witchergame Since this is a patch, we're not planning a preload.931@videotech_ @witchergame Since this is a patch, we're not planning a preload.No, there will not be an option to preload the Witcher 3 Wild Hunt next-gen upgrade. As mentioned by Marcin Momot, Global Community Director for CD Projekt Red, since the upgrade will be more of a patch, there will not be any preload option.That said, players who have yet to download the game or plan to do so after the upgrade goes live will have to wait patiently until it's done. For those who own the game and have a slow internet connection, downloading it as soon as possible is best to save time.