The Witcher 3 next-gen update breathed new life into one of the finest open-world RPGs ever created. The game, which was originally released in 2015, received a makeover with new PC tweaks, improved graphics, and more content.The game now has Integrated Mods, Photo Mode, Camera/Controls/UI Improvements, and Cross-Progression. A Netflix DLC will also be included in the game. However, the core gameplay of The Witcher 3 is mostly unchanged despite new visual features and quality-of-life enhancements.The Witcher@witchergame#TheWitcher3NextGen Update is now available on @GOGcom, @Steam, @EpicGames and @Xbox, and is being rolled out on @PlayStation. 🥳Have fun on the Path! 345493239#TheWitcher3NextGen Update is now available on @GOGcom, @Steam, @EpicGames and @Xbox, and is being rolled out on @PlayStation. 🥳Have fun on the Path! 🐎 https://t.co/WYxncwqOWcThe Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti is a high-end GPU that can easily run the most recent games at 4K resolution. Powered by the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti includes 3rd gen Tensor Cores for exceptional DLSS performance gains, 2nd gen RT Cores to speed up ray tracing, and 12GB of ultrafast GDDR6X memory that allows the card to load all the required textures.The following article will reveal the optimum settings to use when playing The Witcher 3 next-gen on an RTX 3080 Ti (both with and without ray tracing).RTX 3080 Ti offers amazing performance in The Witcher 3 next-genThe RTX 3080 Ti can easily run games in maxed-out graphics settings, even in 4K resolution. However, due to The Witcher 3 next-gen's optimization problems, the card will have a hard time maintaining a stable 60 fps in the 4K ultra+ graphics setting. CD Projekt Red has acknowledged the optimization issues, and fans can expect performance improvements via updates and hotfixes. The recommended settings for playing The Witcher 3 next-gen on an RTX 3080 Ti are as follows:Without Ray tracingDisplayDisplay mode: Full ScreenVsync: OffResolution: 3840x2160Maximum Frames Per Second: UnlimitedNVIDIA Reflex Low Latency: On + BoostHardware Cursor: OffGraphicsAnti-Aliasing: DLSSDLSS Quality: QualitySharpening: HighScreen Space Ambient Occlusion: OnScreen Space Reflections: HighMotion Blur: Off or as preferredBlur: Off or as preferredBloom: On or as preferredDepth of Field: On or as preferredChromatic Aberration: On or as preferredVignetting: On or as preferredLight Shafts: On or as preferredCamera Lens Effects: On or as preferredNvidia HairWorks: OnNVIDIA HairWorks AA: 8NVIDIA HairWorks Preset: HighNumber of Background Characters: Ultra+Shadow Quality: UltraTerrain Quality: Ultra+Water Quality: UltraFoliage Visibility Range: UltraGrass Density: HighTexture Quality: Ultra+Detail Level: Ultra+With Ray tracingDisplayDisplay mode: Full ScreenVsync: OffResolution: 2560x1440Maximum Frames Per Second: UnlimitedNvidia Reflex Low Latency: On+ BoostHardware Cursor: OffGraphicsRay Tracing (Global Illumination): OnRay Traced Reflections: OnRay Traced Shadows: OnRay Traced Ambient Occlusion: OnAnti-Aliasing: DLSSDLSS Quality: QualitySharpening: HighScreen Space Ambient Occlusion: OnScreen Space Reflections: HighMotion Blur: Off or as preferredBlur: On or as preferredBloom: On or as preferredDepth of Field: Off or as preferredChromatic Aberration: Off or as preferredVignetting: Off or as preferredLight Shafts: Off or as preferredCamera Lens Effects: Off or as preferredNvidia HairWorks: OnNVIDIA HairWorks AA: 8NVIDIA HairWorks Preset: HighNumber of Background Characters: UltraShadow Quality: HighTerrain Quality: UltraWater Quality: UltraFoliage Visibility Range: HighGrass Density: HighTexture Quality: Ultra+Detail Level: Ultra+DirectX 12 is required for ray tracing and Nvidia DLSS to work in The Witcher 3 next-gen. When using an RTX 3080 Ti, the aforementioned settings will ensure the best performance in the game.