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The Witcher 3 Remastered on Switch 2: Up to 40 FPS and Higher Resolution

A new comparison shows graphical and performance improvements in The Witcher 3 Remastered for Nintendo Switch 2 over the original Switch version. The remaster launches on September 29 and can reach up to 40 FPS.

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A new video compares The Witcher 3 Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2 with the original Nintendo Switch release. The updated edition brings changes to performance, resolution and visual effects.

On Switch 2, the game can reach up to 40 FPS. The original Switch version was known to lose frame rate in busier areas.

Resolution in both modes

In docked mode, Remastered commonly outputs at 1080p, while handheld mode uses 720p. The earlier version used dynamic resolution up to 900p when docked and commonly ran at 720p in handheld mode.

The comparison also shows changes to textures, vegetation and lighting on Switch 2.

Content in the updated edition

The Witcher 3 Remastered retains the RPG campaign about Geralt of Rivia, who searches for his adopted daughter Ciri across the war-torn Northern Kingdoms. The edition includes the Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine expansions, along with an upgraded skill system, revamped combat and other visual and gameplay improvements.

The release is scheduled for September 29.

What we know

  • The Witcher 3 Remastered can reach up to 40 FPS on Switch 2.
  • The game commonly uses 1080p resolution in docked mode.
  • Both versions commonly run at 720p in handheld mode.
  • Switch 2 brings improvements to textures, vegetation and lighting.
  • Remastered is scheduled to launch on September 29.

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  • The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
  • Sources: Nintendo Everything.
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