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The Witcher 3's New Weapon Was 'Impossible' 11 Years Ago
Polygon.com • • technology
Key Points:
- CD Projekt Red is releasing a remastered version of The Witcher 3 later this month, followed by a new expansion called Songs of the Past set for next year.
- Songs of the Past will reintroduce familiar characters like Dandelion and bring new enemy types, along with a new weapon for Geralt—a chain that was previously impossible to implement due to technological limitations.
- The chain weapon, inspired by the Witcher novels and earlier game trailers, allows for crowd control and pulling enemies close for follow-up attacks, providing a fresh combat option beyond the crossbow.
- Game director Jakub Rokosz explained that advances during the remaster enabled the smooth and natural implementation of the chain weapon, fulfilling a long-standing fantasy from the Witcher lore.
- Early previews showed the chain's effectiveness against new enemies like Swarmions, including powerful finishers such as decapitating foes, highlighting its impact on gameplay strategy.
