The Witcher 3 next-gen update has finally arrived and is available for download across all major platforms - PC (via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games), Xbox Series S|X, and PlayStation 5.Witcher: Wild Hunt, released in 2015, is one of the most renowned open-world role-playing games ever. The game was recently updated for "Next Gen," which enhances the overall visuals and adds incredible quality-of-life tweaks and aesthetic flourishes. It was created by CD Projekt Red, the same team that created Cyberpunk 2077.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! 345083239#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/WYxncwqOWcRTX 3080 is a top-tier GPU from NVIDIA. It is extremely powerful and capable of running any game in the highest settings available. In some cases, it can even provide a high refresh rate gaming experience at 4K. This GPU is intended for gamers who seek the finest visuals and framerates.The following article will guide users to utilize the best Witcher 3 next-gen settings for their RTX 3080, both with and without ray tracing.RTX 3080 offers extreme performance in Witcher 3 next-genWithout ray tracing, RTX 3080 has no trouble running Witcher 3 next-gen in 4K. If the feature is turned on, users will definitely get 30+ fps in 4k. However, to get 60+ fps with ray tracing, users need to switch to 1440p.Performance difficulties with The Witcher 3 Next Gen are currently prevalent on PC. Players are urged to wait until CD Projekt Red provides a patch to repair all the niggling issues.The following are the recommended Witcher 3 next-gen settings to use with RTX 3080: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: Ultra+Terrain Quality: Ultra+Water Quality: Ultra+Foliage Visibility Range: Ultra+Grass Density: Ultra+Texture 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: Ultra+Water Quality: UltraFoliage Visibility Range: HighGrass Density: UltraTexture Quality: Ultra+Detail Level: UltraPlayers should be informed that to use ray tracing and Nvidia DLSS, Witcher 3 next-gen requires DirectX 12.The aforementioned settings will optimize the RTX 3080 performance for the game. To improve performance, players are urged to make a few adjustments in accordance with their preferences.