Mods that improve graphics and gameplay, as well as other useful mods that make the third “Witcher” even better
The Witcher 3 is CD Project RED’s most outstanding game and one of the most important RPGs of recent years: we ranked it fourth in our selection of the top games of the decade . Since its release, the Wild Hunt has received many great mods that can make it even better. In this guide, we have collected 50 of these modifications.
How do I install mods?
Mods for The Witcher 3 are easy to install: just create a Mods folder in the game directory and load the downloaded files into it. But if you plan on working with a large number of mods, we recommend using the mod manager. You can download it here .
Improving graphics
Let’s start with the graphics. More than 5 years have passed since the release date of The Witcher 3, and the appearance of the game has become outdated. But thanks to mods, it will look great even today.
The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project
The Witcher 3 looks like a next generation game with the HD Reworker Project mod
This mod enhances all models and textures in the game while maintaining its original style. It has been in development for four years (the final version of the mod was released last year). HD Reworked Project is suitable for those who want to spend a minimum of effort and immediately transform the picture by installing just one file.
- You can download the modification here.
Aeonic ReShade – The Witcher 3 Photo-realism
Mod Aeonic ReShade changes the art style of the game so much that it is difficult to recognize the familiar third “Witcher”
If you are not satisfied with the artistic style of the game and you want it to look more realistic, install the Aeonic mod, which uses ReShade technology.
- You can download the mod here
Immersive Lighting
Improved lighting can radically rejuvenate any game
A modification that significantly improves the lighting in the game. There have already been a lot of similar mods, but we suggest installing the freshest one.
- You can download it here.
Aqua
A mod that significantly improves the texture of water. The lakes look especially beautiful.
- You can download the modification here.
More shadows
This modification makes the shadows more realistic. The difference is especially noticeable in the dark, near multiple light sources.
- You can download the modification here.
Improved Sign effects
A modification that changes the visual effects when using the Igni and Aard signs. Now the use of magic will look much more spectacular.
- You can download the mod here.
Character faces improved
A mod that improves the faces of all characters in the game. If desired, Geralt’s appearance can be customized to your liking and, for example, add more scars to him.
- You can download the modification here.
4K Reworked Women mod (18+)
If romance with sorceresses is the main thing for you in The Witcher, be sure to install the 4K Reworked Women mod
With the Reworked Women mod, Ciri, Yennefer and Triss will get high-quality models with 4K textures. The improvements are especially noticeable during intimate scenes.
- You can download the modification here.
HD Monsters Reworked mod
Turning the game into a horror
A modification that improves the detail of all monsters to make them look more intimidating. The changes apply to both the main game and the two expansions.
- You can download the mod here.
Brutal blood
This modification makes the game more bloody and also improves blood textures. However, do not expect bloody madness in the style of Tarantino’s films, since cruelty remains within reason.
- You can download the mod here.
Realistic Weather
Don’t ignore the weather mods. They greatly affect the overall “atmosphere” of the game.
This mod significantly improves the weather effects in the game, primarily rain, snow and fog.
- You can download the modification here.
Increased Draw Distance
If the hardware allows, adjust the maximum draw distance
A simple modification that improves the draw range. It should only be installed by owners of powerful computers.
- You can download the mod here.
E3 Flares
With this mod, you can improve the appearance of torches and bonfires. They will be exactly the way they were shown in the trailers at E3 2013.
- You can download the modification here.
Darker nights
A modification that makes the nights almost impenetrable. You can only see something with the help of a torch or street lamp.
- You can download the mod here.
New animations
E3 Improved Combat Animations
Global improvement in animation during combat. With this mod, Geralt’s movements will look more spectacular, and the distance of his attacks will increase.
- You can download the modification here.
Pirouettes
A mod that completely changes the animations of dodging and rolling. If desired, you can customize it to your own preferences.
- You can download the modification here.
Critical Slow Motion Combat
Time dilation was rarely enabled in the original game. With this mod, slow-mo mode will be activated after every killing blow. The conditions for activating deceleration and the rate of passage of time can be adjusted.
- You can download the modification here.
New finisher animations
This modification makes finishing moves as brutal as possible. Combined with the Brutal Blood mod, the game will be no less bloody than any Mortal Kombat 11 .
- You can download the mod here.
Complete animations
In the original game, actions such as sharpening weapons, using oil, or eating food were not animated. Enthusiasts have fixed this flaw in the Complete Animations fashion.
- You can download the modification here.
Mods that change gameplay
The Witcher 3 – Enhanced Edition
There are many mods on the net that change the balance of the third Witcher. Enhanced Edition is one of the best
Global modification that changes the pumping system, alchemy and characteristics of many items. In addition, the difficulty of the game will become higher, and new animations will appear.
- You can download the mod here.
Random Encounters
Among the opponents there will be both ordinary enemies and mini-bosses
A modification that adds random encounters with opponents. Get ready for the fact that there will be much more difficult battles.
- You can download the mod here.
The Daily Monster Hunt Challenge
If you do not have enough money, you can install this mod. With its help, during the execution of the order to kill the monster, you can place a bet. Do it – get an additional cash reward.
- You can download the modification here.
Enemies of Rivia
If battles with opponents seem too simple or monotonous to you, pay attention to this mod. With him, all enemies will become faster and more dangerous, they will more often dodge your attacks and counterattack.
- You can download the modification here.
Shields
With shields, and even on high difficulty, the battles in the third “Witcher” will resemble the games of the Dark Souls series
If you rely not on parrying, but on the block, then pay attention to the mod that adds shields to the game.
- You can download it here.
Crossbow Damage Boost and Balance
With this mod, the role of ranged combat significantly increases
In the third “Witcher”, the crossbow was practically useless. This mod changes the projectile damage indicator, so you can effectively use it in battle.
- You can download the mod here.
Fast Travel from Anywhere
In the original game, you can only move quickly near the pointer. With this mod you will be able to teleport from anywhere. This is handy, especially if you’re lost in caves and don’t know how to get to the surface.
- You can download the modification here.
Autoloot
A modification that makes the loot collection process automatic. Now it will be much easier and faster to loot the bodies of defeated enemies.
- You can download the mod here.
Auto Apply Oils
A mod that allows you to apply oils to the sword automatically. It seems like a small thing, but you will save a lot of time without interrupting inventory management.
- You can download the modification here.
All Quest Objectives On Map
Finding the right icon in this mess can be difficult.
Sometimes finding the right position among hundreds of question marks can be tricky. This mod allows you to highlight on the map locations associated with current tasks.
- You can download the modification here.
Over 9000 – Weight limit mod
If you prefer to take away everything you can from the battlefield, but are worried that there is not enough space in your inventory, install this mod. With it, your backpack will become bottomless.
- You can download the modification here.
Enhanced Targeting
In the original game, a distant enemy was often targeted
During battles with a group of opponents, an enemy that is located far from Geralt is sometimes selected as a target. In such cases, the blows are wasted. With this mod, you can customize your target selection and always attack the nearest enemy.
- You can download the mod here.
TradeMan
The TradeMan mod will remove many of the conventions associated with trading
A modification that allows you to customize the trading system. You can set the time after which sellers will update their assortment, the number of coins each of them has and the price.
- You can download the mod here.
The Gwent Card Dealer
This character will sell as many Gwent cards as you have enough money
If you like to spend time playing games in Gwent, but you do not want to collect cards around the world of the game, install this mod. With it, you can buy the entire deck from the Quartermaster in the Red Baron’s castle. But keep in mind that access to all maps will open only after reaching level 35.
- You can download the modification here.
Better Call Ciri
Do you want to play as Ciri longer? Install this mod
In the original game, Ciri can only be played in three small episodes. If that’s not enough for you, download] Better Call Ciri. The mod will allow you to switch from Geralt to Ciri at any time by pressing one button.
- You can download the modification here.
Additional content
Devil`s Pit Mod
This mod adds a charming girl to the game who can become your companion
A modification that adds to the game a den of criminals called “Devil’s Pit”. But in it you will not find another fight with bandits, but a new companion, a merchant with a unique assortment of goods, as well as information about the characters from the second “Witcher” .
- You can download the mod here.
Forgotten worlds
Parallel worlds are full of mysteries and secrets. Modders have provided a generous reward for those who decide to explore new locations
In the original game, parallel dimensions can be visited only once and only in the story. This mod makes them part of the open world.
- You can download the modification here.
Infection Mod
If you like zombie apocalypse theme, check out the Infection mod. After the installation, crowds of aggressive living dead will roam the city streets.
- You can download the modification here.
Witcher 1 Prologue Remastered
Many players have already forgotten about the events of the first part of the series. A remake of the game on the new engine would come in handy
One can only dream of a full-fledged remake of the first “Witcher” . However, you can go through the prologue of the 2007 game on the engine of the third part already today, using the Witcher 1 Prologue Remastered mod.
- You can download it here.
Exotic Arsenal – Weapon DLC
Among the new weapons, there are also very unusual specimens.
A small mod that adds 55 new swords, among which there are both steel and silver blades. They are evenly “scattered” throughout the game world. Some are sold by merchants, others can be found on the bodies of defeated opponents, and to get the most valuable, you need to find rare blueprints and forge swords in the forge.
- You can download the modification here.
Mods for music and sounds
Music overhaul project
This modification expands on the soundtrack of the third “Witcher” with new songs, including from the early games in the series and Thronebreaker – The Witcher Tales .
- You can download the mod here.
Immersive sound
A modification that fixes some bugs related to sound. In addition, the author removed Geralt’s comments about the weather or about illusions before the player detects them.
- You can download the mod here.
Toss a Coin to Your Witcher
Dandelion’s song is known even to those who have not watched the series from Netflix
The series “The Witcher” has collected conflicting reviews, but the title track seems to be liked by everyone. This mod adds her to the game.
- You can download the modification here.
Mods that bring the game closer to books
Among the fans of “The Witcher” there are the most orthodox fans who consider only Andrzej Sapkowski’s novels canon. Especially for them, we have collected a separate category of mods that will make the game closer to the book saga.
Lore-friendly Witchers
This mod changes the face of Geralt and other witchers. Their skin is paler, their pupils are brighter, and scars are more realistic and deeper.
- You can download the modification here.
Striga scars on geralt
He adds the scars from Stryga to Geralt’s neck, which he received in the very first book.
- You can download it here.
Lore triss
We devoted a separate article to the differences between the game and book versions of Triss . In particular, the sorceress’s hair color is closer to chestnut than to fiery red. The Lore Triss modification will help fix this.
- You can download it here.
Blue eyes of triss
If the previous mod changes Triss’s hair color, then this one corrects the color of her eyes. Instead of green, they turn blue.
- You can download the mod here.
Alternative Outfits and Appearance for Triss (Sapkowski Style)
You have no idea how many malicious comments fans of the book saga leave under cosplay photos of Triss with a cleavage
This mod allows you to dress Triss in closed dresses. Recall that, according to the books, after the Battle of Sodden Hill, traces of wounds remained on her chest, because of which she cannot wear outfits with a deep neckline.
- You can download the mod here.
Yennefer book face
Yes, that’s how Ian looked in the books
If you wish, you can bring Yennefer closer to the book canon. For example, she must have “burning violet eyes” (c). With this mod, Yen in the game will no longer differ from his book image.
- You can download the modification here.
Lore-Friendly Ciri
Compared to Yennefer, Ciri has not changed much in the “book fashion”
This modification makes Ciri’s eyes brighter and her skin paler, making the girl’s face closer to the book description.
- You can download the mod here.
Lore-friendly Silver Swords
As the name suggests, this mod enhances the appearance of silver swords. This concerns not only the weapon model itself, but also the reflections on the blade.
