Millions return to The Witcher 3 as the Remastered game records another Steam personal best and sales skyrocket
Player numbers are still rising for The Witcher 3 following the release of the Remastered edition upgrade last week, as people not only return to the game following its overhaul but also buy it for the first time, or again. Read more
The Witcher 3 Remastered is experiencing a surge in popularity, with player numbers hitting a new Steam concurrent player record of 137,724 on Sunday, 4th October at 4pm BST. This marks a significant 20,000-player improvement from the game's previous peak of 120,000 players. The Remastered edition upgrade has also attracted new players who are buying the game for the first time or returning after the overhaul.
These impressive numbers are a testament to the game's enduring appeal, especially with the upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, set to release next year. While the figures don't include console players, it's estimated that the total player count across PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch platforms is likely even higher. According to Alinea Analytics, The Witcher 3 saw 2.4 million daily active users across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox within a day of the Remastered edition's release, and sold another 130,000 copies on 30th September, marking the highest daily sales since the game's first $3.99 Steam discount in summer 2024.
This puts lifetime sales of The Witcher 3 Remastered over 66 million copies. The Remastered edition is not just a visual upgrade, but also includes improvements to animations and the game's skill system. Despite minor issues with lighting, CD Projekt Red is addressing these problems through regular hotfixes.
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