Is there a difference between The Witcher 3 PS5 and PS4?

Originally released in 2015, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received a Next-Gen update for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This update comes with overhauled graphics, a new questline, and enhanced gameplay options.
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Is there a difference between PS4 and PS5 games?

The quality of PS5 games, full support for 4K media, faster loading times, and extra features like haptic feedback make the PS5 more than worth the upgrade for current PS4 owners.
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Does Witcher 3 PS4 have free PS5 upgrade?

Find The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in PlayStation Store, or by searching, and go to the game hub for the game. Select the upgrade offer on the right side of the screen (Indicated by a white box that states "Free PS5 Upgrade") and accept the upgrade offer. Select Download to add the game to your download queue.
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Was Witcher 3 updated for PS5?

Next-Gen Update to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be released on December 14th at midnight GMT on PC & Xbox Series X|S, and midnight local time on PS5.
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What's the difference between Witcher 3 PS4 and PS5?

Originally released in 2015, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has received a Next-Gen update for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This update comes with overhauled graphics, a new questline, and enhanced gameplay options. This guide will highlight the biggest changes you'll find in this Next-Gen Update.
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The Witcher 3 Complete Edition Graphics Comparison: PS4 Pro vs. PS5

Is PS5 Witcher worth it?

A welcome update, The Witcher 3 is just as magnificent and engrossing as it was seven years ago. It looks beautiful, but still retains that rusty charm that sometimes creeps into a game so massive. Given that it's a free upgrade, there's no better time to get back into the world of Geralt and the Wild Hunt.
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How do I upgrade my Witcher 3 Game of the Year to PS5?

It is necessary to manually download the dedicated next-gen version of the game from either the PlayStation Store or your library. To update disc copies, players need a PlayStation 5 console with a disc drive and have it inserted in order to download and play the game.
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Can I play my Witcher 3 PS4 save on PS5?

Launch your PlayStation 5 Next-Gen version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and select “My Rewards”. Connect the game to the same CD PROJEKT RED account using the instructions from step #2. Your uploaded saves will be available from the “Load Game” menu.
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Are PS4 to PS5 upgrades free?

When using a PS5™ console, you may have the option to upgrade a disc or digital PS4 game to the digital PS5 version. Depending on the game, this upgrade may occur at no additional cost, may require a purchase, and may be available for a limited time. An internet connection is required.
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What is the difference between PS4 game upgrade to PS5?

In theory, it is worth the upgrade. PS5 games should naturally look and play better than PS4 versions. Increased graphics resolutions should mean that they look better, and the increased frame rates also mean that PS5 games should be smoother and more responsive.
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Do PS4 games look better on PS5?

PS4 games do perform better on PS5 but the PS5 does not upgrade them. So a game that ran 1080p/30 on PS4 will still run at 1080p/30 on PS5 however the extra power of the PS5 means that game will have locked resolution/framerates. Where on PS4 that same game may have had framerate drops or a more dynamic resolution.
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What happens to my PS4 games when I get a PS5?

All your digital PS4 games from PlayStation Store will be available via your game library as soon as you sign in on either console, and with PlayStation Plus cloud storage** you can easily take your save game files from PS4 to PS5 (and back again).
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Is it worth replaying Witcher 3 on PS5?

The story and especially the character writing is absolutely exceptional, nevermind the awesome combat and cinematic kills. CDPR really created a masterpiece, and the graphical upgrade really is the cherry on top.
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What is the best PS5 setting for Witcher 3?

On balance, I'd recommend the performance mode for both Series X and PS5 users. Up front I will say that most areas are a locked 60fps; it's really excellent.
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Is Witcher 3 better on next-gen?

A stellar upgrade that improves on the original, the game is more beautiful and immersive than ever before, with much-needed quality-of-life improvements that have been long needed in the game.
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Do trophies carry over from PS4 to PS5 Witcher 3?

Unfortunately, as the next-gen version has a different SKU, PlayStation trophies obtained thanks to backward compatibility will not be transferred.
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Is Witcher 3 PS5 enhanced?

Seven years later and I found myself awed once again while playing it on the PlayStation 5. A free next-gen patch for The Witcher 3 launches on December 14th, giving the aging open-world a boost if you're playing on a PS5, Xbox Series X/S, or high-end PC.
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Does the Witcher 3 PS5 upgrade have all DLC?

No, no it does not. Some users online kept claiming that, but it's untrue. Only if you already owned the complete edition (or paid for both DLCs) would it upgrade everything to the PS5 version. Otherwise, it's just the base game if that's all you own.
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Is Witcher 3 faster on PS5?

I played Witcher 3 on a Base Ps4, the PS4 Pro, and now the PS5 and while the game got better with every new system I played it on, nothing compares to the load times on the PS5 upgrade. It's insane how fast the game runs now.
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How long does it take to beat Witcher 3 PS5?

When focusing on the main objectives, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Game of the Year Edition is about 56 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 189 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Is The Witcher 3 enhanced edition worth it?

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The new and improved package is increasingly attractive. There are still some rough edges, and moments of genuine drama are still undercut by how they're performed, but this is an agreeably driven RPG in an agreeably ornate package. The one major qualm I have with the game is in its voice acting.
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