When it comes to listing out some of the greatest video games of all time, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be in the top 10 at the very least, if not at the peak of the list itself. CD Projekt Red knocked it out of the part with the third entry in the Witcher series and established themselves as one of the best developers to ever grace the gaming landscape. Now, with the booming popularity of The Witcher's Netflix debut, more people are playing The Witcher 3 than ever before.
While the vanilla game is more than enough to make for another brilliant experience, it's fair to assume that certain gamers would want to enable a different way to enjoy the title by tweaking the mechanics somewhat. This is where mods come into the picture. Some people wish to make their replay of The Witcher 3 another unique experience, or just wish to optimize their first encounter with the game, and there are plenty of mods that will make The Witcher 3Â a completely different game altogether.
Updated February 25, 2021 by Ritwik Mitra: The modding community is always hard at work when it comes to adding a wealth of new content into a popular and celebrated game like The Witcher 3. There are bound to be a ton of new mods every once in a while, along with some established ones, that deserve more love.
It's these stellar game-changing mods that will end up making The Witcher 3 an even more remarkable and memorable experience than it already is. Mods at further replay value to a game, and some of them introduce completely new experiences.
14 Devil's Pit By SkacikPL
The fact that an extensive cave system exists in The Witcher 3 but is completely inaccessible, by normal means, at least, due to its unfinished nature is quite a shame, indeed. However, for players who are desperate to explore Devil's Pit, there's actually a mod that allows you to do exactly that, called Devil's Pit Mod. It certainly helps that this mod comes jam-packed with other content in the form of items, NPCs, and some unique gameplay systems that make the experience all the more memorable.
13 Better Combat Evolved 2.0 By Chickenudoom
For players who want more of a challenge while playing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and don't feel like Death March difficulty tweaks the game in a manner that is all that clever, Better Combat Evolved 2.o is the perfect mod for these challenge-hungry gamers.
This mod adds a ton of statistical tweaks that alter the flow of combat in a manner that is very much subtle yet manages to make every combat encounter a memorable one. From changing the stats of Geralt and his enemies to the manner in which items affect both parties — the changes in Better Combat Evolved 2.0 are immense and end up playing a major role in heightening the fun one can have with Witcher 3's combat system.
12 Winter Is Coming By KNG
The idea of having the entirety of The Witcher 3's world covered in snow sounds rather alluring, with the beauty of these snowy locales being teased in the game's ending where Ciri chooses to become an Empress. It's no wonder that people would want to try out the Winter is Coming mod with their Witcher 3 copy. The snowy locales enabled by this mod end up being quite a major treat indeed, making the act of roaming through the beautiful world of this game once again an entirely new and different experience.
11 The Witcher 3 — Redux By Aleks Vuckovic
There are a ton of players who love the lore of The Witcher 3 and feel like some of the mods tend to take a ton of advantage with the world of the game in order to enable gaming experiences that are just a bit too fresh and different for one's liking. For these people, The Witcher 3 — Redux is the perfect mod that serves as a light overhaul for the game without compromising on the rich lore of The Witcher. Any player who wants a different, yet lore-friendly experience with the game should definitely try this mod out.
10 Over 9000 By GiecuMan
While the idea of a higher weight limit might not seem like a radical gameplay change, the sheer amount of annoyances that are removed after this arbitrary limit is removed makes the act of exploring and looting in the world of The Witcher 3 infinitely more enjoyable. Now, with the Over 9000 — Weight Limit mod, players will be able to enjoy a fresh experience when it comes to exploring the massive world of The Witcher 3 without having to worry about being encumbered at all.
9 Preparations By Wasteland Ghost (wghost81)
If players wish to channel Geralt from the books, then look no further than Preparations. By installing this particular mod, meditation becomes key to gameplay. Only by meditating can Geralt spend skill points, brew potions and oils, and repair equipment. This mod also removes the notion of Geralt being able to drink and eat during combat, thereby justifying its name. Players really do need to prepare before heading into combat, thereby channeling the feel of the first two Witcher games.
8 The Witcher 3 Enhanced Edition By Dedicated W3EE Mod Team
One of the most well-known and extensive mods on this list, The Witcher 3 Enhanced Edition (W3EE for short) is a godsend for players who wish to truly overhaul their experience with this game from a combat perspective.
The sheer number of ways in which this mod affects the game's combat is beyond extensive, from new animations to varying attack distances, the level of control that this game offers is nothing short of immense.
7 Ghost Mode By Wasteland Ghost (wghost81)
If players think that there's still room for improvement when it comes to The Witcher 3, then Ghost Mode is the mod for you. While W3EE is mostly a combat overhaul mod, Ghost Mode tries to be a jack-of-all-trades and augment multiple facets of The Witcher 3. The result is a game that feels completely different, and yet, the same Witcher 3 players all know and love. The differences stem from various welcome bug fixes, tweaks, and alterations.
6 Hearts Of Card By DickDangerJustice
Gwent is one of the most popular card games in any video game, so much so that CD Project Red released a new game altogether called Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, with Gwent as the main mechanic. If you think that the amount of Gwent matches in the game simply isn't enough to satiate your desire, then look no further than Hearts Of Card.
This mod turns every combat encounter into a game of Gwent. Yes, indeed, players can choose to play the entirety of The Witcher 3 without swinging a sword even once. It's a massive combat overhaul, so be prepared for something completely new.
5 The Enhancement System By Mangekyoumadara1987
The Witcher 3 definitely has its fair share of weapons, armors, and relics, but it's possible that some people might still find this collection lacking, nevertheless. If a player happens to fall into this particular category, then The Enhancement System is the perfect mod. It adds a ton of weapons, armors, and even relic upgrades into the game. Players who have a penchant for hoarding armor or trying out new weapons will definitely enjoy The Enhancement System.
4 Shields By ScoutBr0
Ever wondered what it would be like if the Butcher of Blaviken adopted a shield into his combat arsenal? Well, this mod, aptly and simply titled "Shields," is here to satiate players' curiosity. Integrating a bunch of shields into the main game, this mod is surprisingly well-balanced and allows you to take a more measured and defensive approach into battle.
3 The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project By Halk Hogan PL
It doesn't take an expert to state that The Witcher 3 is one of the most gorgeous-looking open-world games of all time. In fact, it still holds up as a bonafide visual treat even 5 years after its release.
However, it seems that modders didn't agree with this sentiment and set about to improve The Witcher 3's graphics even further than what was thought to be possible. The result? The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project, which is undoubtedly a visual treat to behold. If the player's PC can handle the staggering requirements, then The Witcher 3 HD Reworked Project should definitely be a part of their gameplay experience.
2 FCR3 By Andrzej Kwiatkowski
The Witcher 3's developers are so in tune with their fanbase that one of them even went so far as to release his very own mod for the game.
Featuring numerous bugfixes and gameplay tweaks, FCR3 is meant to enable the definitive gameplay experience, at least, from this particular developer's point-of-view. These quality-of-life changes are definitely a welcome addition and help make the Witcher 3 that much more awesome.
1 Jump In Shallow Water By Zhior
Know what truly makes the frustrations of The Witcher 3 dissipate in record time? The Jump In Shallow Water mod, which allows Geralt to finally do the one thing no Witcher Academy ever taught him, and that's simply to jump in ankle-length water.
It's a revolutionary mod in every sense of the word. The player's traveling experience will be completely overhauled after taking care of one of the most annoying aspects of the entire game.