Next-gen update list of changes

▲Buffs35

• Ray-traced global illumination and ambient occlusion
  • Introduces ray-traced global illumination to enhance scene lighting realism.→Added
  • Adds ray-traced ambient occlusion for more accurate shading in occluded areas.→Added
• Ray traced reflections and shadows
  • Enables higher fidelity reflections for supported PC configurations.→Added
  • Offers more accurate shadow rendering on capable systems.→Added
• HD texture upscaling and character self-shadowing
  • Significantly sharp textures on key characters for enhanced visual quality.→4K upscaled
  • Improves realism by ensuring character hair and features cast accurate shadows everywhere.→Enabled in all scenes
• Environmental improvements
  • Strengthens sky visuals for a more immersive world.→Updated sky textures
  • Livelier flora and water surfaces for a more vivid environment.→Improved
  • Sharper geometry across scenes for better detail.→Improved
  • Enhanced visual effects for a more polished look.→Improved
  • More cohesive and realistic lighting across environments.→Updated
• AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.1 (FSR 2.1)Provides upscaling to improve performance without sacrificing image quality on eligible systems.→Added
• DLSS 3 supportOffers AI-assisted upscaling and frame generation for improved performance on supported GPUs.→Added
• Photo mode and gameplay options
  • Allows players to capture in-game moments with enhanced controls.→Added
  • Gives players control during cinematic moments for accessibility.→Added
  • Provides a more responsive and close-quarters viewing experience.→Added
• ULTRA+ graphical settingsExpands visual fidelity options with higher presets for textures, shadows, grass, and more.→Added
• Cross-progressionAllows seamless save transfers across platforms after signing into account.→Added
• Community mods and content integrationBrings popular visual overhaul mods into the base experience to enhance visuals.→Added/Integrated
• Additional content: new side quest and outfits
  • Introduces new quest content with Netflix-inspired thematic elements.→In The Eternal Fire's Shadow
  • Adds a Netflix-inspired look as an optional customization.→Dandelion outfit alternate
  • Offers new armor aesthetics for Nilfgaardians.→Alternate Nilfgaardian Armor set
  • Adds Chinese and Korean VO for broader localization.→Chinese and Korean voice-overs
• Quality of Life improvements (various)
  • Streamlines sign usage for quicker combat control.→Added
  • Clears clutter on the map by default, with an easy revert option.→New default filter
  • Eases fall-related deaths; more forgiving traversal.→Increased tolerance
  • Speeds up gathering by removing extra confirm dialogs.→Instant loot
  • Improves screen space by auto-hiding UI elements when not needed.→Dynamic hide/show
  • Offers more flexible movement control on controllers.→Alternative sprint (press left stick)
  • Makes aiming and targeting more predictable with inverted cameras.→Unaffected by camera inversion
  • Streamlines item management during combat.→Dynamic switch for bombs/bolts/items
  • Improves readability for dialogues and NPC chatter.→Font size adjustable
• Gameplay mods and quest fixesIncorporates a broad balance overhaul to gameplay systems.→Integrated mod
• Online features and rewardsGives players cosmetic and equipment rewards for participating in the rewards program.→Added
• New cross-platform online featuresEnables cross-platform save transfer for a seamless experience.→Added