30 fresh mods for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - for armor, graphics, Gwent, Geralt, Triss, Yen and more
In 2022, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is seven years old. Meanwhile, the game is still popular and in demand. The reason is simple - nothing comparable in scale and quality has come out over the years. However, you can make Wild Hunt even better with custom mods. In this article, you will find a selection of great mods that came out this year.
How to install mods on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
- Download, run and install Script Merger. It will avoid conflicts between mods.
- Download the archive with the modification and unzip it.
- Copy the contents to the root folder of the game. Typically, a mod will be placed in the mod, bin, or DLC directories.
- Start the game.
If the mod is installed differently, we will say so in the description.
BlitzFX - Graphics Improvement
There have been countless mods for The Witcher 3 that enhance the quality of the graphics using ReShade technology. Here is the most modern of them. The quality of mod changes can be compared with a full-fledged remaster.
Installation order:
- Install the unofficial patch.
- Download the archive with the mod and unzip it.
- Copy the contents to the root directory of the game.
- Launch The Witcher 3.
- Open post-processing settings.
- Disable vignette and motion blur.
Realistic colors Reshade - realistic appearance of the game
Here is an alternative option for improving graphics. This mod will make the picture much more realistic than what we saw in the original game. You can see the difference in the screenshots.
Installation order:
- Download Reshade.Me.
- Install it in the game folder.
- Download and extract the archive from the mods to the "Witcher 3binx64" folder.
- Start the game.
- Press the "Home" button to activate this modification.
NPC Overhaul (Characters Redone) - detailed characters
The modification changes the faces and details of the clothes of the characters, both for the main ones and for the secondary ones. The author not only improved the quality of the models but also changed their design to bring them closer to the early concepts and official art.
Geralt Redone - improved appearance of Geralt
This mod makes Geralt's face more detailed. The result is as close as possible to photorealism.
Netflix Henry Cavill - Geralt with the appearance of Henry Cavill
The Witcher series from Netflix caused mixed reviews, but many viewers liked the actor who played Geralt. This modification allows you to attach the face of Henry Cavill to the main character.
Pretty Yen - beautiful Yen
This mod enhances Yennefer's face with high-resolution textures. At the same time, the author did not make global changes to the appearance of the sorceress.
Lore-friendly Yennefer face texture - canonical Yennefer
The modification makes Yen's face closer to the descriptions from Andrzej Sapkowski's novels. Fans of the book saga should pay attention to the mod.
Lore-friendly Triss face texture - Triss from books by Andrzej Sapkowski
An analogue of the previous mod for Triss. After installing it, the color of the hair and eyes of the sorceress will change. And she will stop wearing dresses with a neckline.
Priscilla Face Retexture - by zzjay - improved face for Priscilla
But Priscilla does not have a book prototype, because she was invented by the writers of CD Projekt RED. This modification makes her face prettier.
Installation order:
- Install Immersive Lighting.
- Download the archive with the mod and extract it to the game folder.
- Start the game.
Ciri redone - improved appearance of Ciri
An analogue of the previous modification for Ciri. Thanks to 4K textures, the face of the young witch will become detailed and realistic. The mod works both during the game for Geralt and for Ciri herself.
Keira - Face Retexture - improved appearance of Keira Metz
With Keira, Geralt can have a short romance, so you probably want the sorceress to be really beautiful. This modification will help you in this matter. With her, Keira's face will look much better.
Philippa - Face Retexture - beautiful face for Philippa Eilhart
The role of Philippa in the third "The Witcher" is insignificant, and a romance with her is simply impossible. However, if you wish, you can improve her face with this mod.
New Cerys Clean Face - the new look of Cerys an Krayt
We met Cerys during the passage of the quest chain on the Skellige Isles. She acts as one of the contenders for the throne of the queen of the archipelago. And this mod will improve the appearance of the girl.
Witcher Gear Redone - Redone Series - Gear customization and new weapons
This modification allows you to adjust Geralt's weapons and armor to his current level. Thanks to this feature, even equipment from the beginning of the game will remain effective until the end credits.
Exclusive Weapons and Armors Redone - Redone Series - new weapons and armor
A great addition to the previous mod from the same author. The modification adds new swords, crossbows, and armor sets. They are made in the spirit of the game itself and resemble the equipment of the Nilfgaardians, Temerians, and Witchers.
Critical Slow Motion Combat REDUX - slowing down time during battles
This mod allows you to install and customize slow-mo effects. For example, the game can slow down time during last hits, signs, or crossbows. If desired, you can set the probability of the effect occurring. It applies to all playable characters.
Installation order:
- Download the archive with the modification and unzip it.
- Copy the contents of the archive (mods and bin directories) to the root folder with the game.
- Start the game.
- Go to the mod's settings menu (General settings) and activate it (Enable mod). In the same place, you will be able to adjust separate parameters of time dilation.
Alternative Signs Unlocked - new signs and magic
The modification adds new characters to the game. Each of them is fully consistent with the lore of The Witcher. To unlock unique spells, you need to invest a few skill points in the School of the Owl and purchase The Warden's armor chest. With further pumping, signs will acquire additional properties, for example, reflecting projectiles or reducing incoming damage.
Active Medallion - the medallion reacts to enemies
After installing this mod, the medallion will warn the hero about the location of magical activity or nearby enemies. Notification methods are configured by the player. It can be burning eyes on the medallion, gamepad vibration, sound effects, or screen shake. Plus Geralt will speak out loud about the possible danger.
Stamina Growth per Level up - increase the stamina bar with each level
The name of this mod speaks for itself. As Geralt levels up, the maximum number of stamina points will begin to increase. The increase is small, but by the fiftieth level, the difference in the "stamina" scale between the mod and the original game will be noticeable.
Worthwhile Gwent - Reforged - Gwent setup
With the Worthwhile Gwent mod, you can change the rewards and stakes when playing Gwent. The setting is carried out through the mod menu.
Map Stuff - completely open map
The modification is recommended for those who have completed the third "The Witcher" a large number of times. Thanks to the mod, the world map with all the icons will be open from the very beginning.
Yennefer's lore-friendly wardrobe reworked - new outfits for Yennefer
This mod adds 20 new dresses for the black-haired sorceress to the game. Each of them is fully consistent with the book canon.
Elegant Triss: Royal Edition - a beautiful dress for Triss
The red-haired beauty was also not left without a new outfit. With this modification, her wardrobe will be replenished with a burgundy dress that resembles the vestments of court ladies.
Manticore Armor remodeled - armor from the first "The Witcher"
This year the first "The Witcher" turns 15 years old. Today the game evokes a feeling of nostalgia. With this mod, you can transfer Geralt's armor from the first part to the third. It will replace the Manticore armor.
Polar Bear Grandmaster Ursine - polar bear armor
This simple modification changes the textures on the Grandmaster Armor of the Bear School. However, Geralt in white armor looks so stylish that we simply could not pass by.
Devil Saddle Fear Level fix and Nilfgaardian Horse Sets BOOST - Nilfgaardian Armor
The mod adds a set of Nilfgaardian armor for Geralt and a saddle for Roach to the game. They look great and have great features.
Ciri - Skellige Style REWORKED - new armor for Ciri
The modification changes Ciri's clothes to beautiful armor. With his appearance, he resembles the attire of the Skellige fighters, so the girl becomes like a northern warrior.
Samurai Attire DLC - Samurai Armor for Geralt
This set of clothes will surely appeal to lovers of Japanese culture. Together with him, samurai armor and various hats of the inhabitants of the Land of the Rising Sun will appear in the game.
Sakura Flower Katana DLC - Katana as a weapon
The modification goes well with the previous one because it adds a Japanese sword to the game. With it, Geralt can be turned into a real samurai.
Sword of Gryffindor - Godric Gryffindor's sword
The sword of Gryffindor from Harry Potter will appear in the game. It looks stylish and fits perfectly into the universe of The Witcher. You can buy it at the Hattori house and from the great blacksmith in Toussaint. The characteristics of the weapon depend on the level of Geralt at the time of purchase.
E3 Sword of Destiny Trailer Swords - trailer swords
In the course of the development of any game, the appearance of individual items changes. For example, Geralt's swords, which were shown in trailers at E3, are noticeably different from the final version. If you want to return their appearance from earlier promo videos, use this mod.
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