Witcher 3 Remastered Patch Adds a Bloom Toggle on Consoles, Switch 2 Fix Coming Separately

CD Projekt Red has released a substantial patch for The Witcher 3 Remastered, the refreshed edition of its 2015 open-world RPG. The update is rolling out across PC and console platforms, and the most visible change for console players is a set of new lighting controls. Bloom, the glow effect that makes bright lights and highlights spill into the surrounding scene, can now be switched off on the console versions, giving players a way to dial back an effect that many find washes out fine detail.

The addition reflects a broader trend in modern game updates, where developers give players more control over how a game looks rather than locking them into a single visual style. Bloom is a frequent complaint in graphics discussions, and an off switch is a simple, practical option for anyone who prefers a sharper image.

Switch 2 is being handled separately. Rather than folding its fixes into this release, CD Projekt Red has earmarked a dedicated patch for the Nintendo Switch 2 version, aimed at the blurry visuals that have drawn attention on that hardware. Switch 2 owners should watch the official channels for the release date and the full list of changes.