CD Projekt Red Releases Witcher 3 Remastered Hotfix 5.01b for Xbox Series S
The hotfix switches the Xbox Series S upscaling solution from TAAU to FSR to address image clarity issues, according to CD Projekt Red.
CD Projekt Red released The Witcher 3 Remastered Hotfix 5.01b on October 15, 2026, targeting image clarity issues on Xbox Series S by switching the upscaling solution from TAAU to FSR. The studio said in a social media post that the change is intended to improve visual quality and performance on the console.
The hotfix is technically downloadable on Xbox Series X, but CD Projekt Red confirmed it will not change that version of the game.
On October 14, 2026, CD Projekt Red deployed a separate hotfix for PlayStation 5, where users had reported frequent crashes during specific missions as well as general hitching and other technical faults. After that patch, many PS5 owners reported a smoother and more stable experience, according to gamerant.com.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of The Witcher 3 Remastered still suffers from framerate drops, visual glitches and image quality issues. CD Projekt Red confirmed that a Nintendo Switch 2 patch is on the way.
The Witcher 3 Remastered launched on September 29, 2026, with improvements including a refined combat system, a revamped skill tree and technical upgrades. Shortly after launch, many Xbox Series S users reported blurry visuals, with some claiming that deleting and reinstalling the game resolved the issue.
Quick answers
What does Hotfix 5.01b change on Xbox Series S?
It switches the upscaling solution from TAAU to FSR to improve visual quality and performance.
Does Hotfix 5.01b affect Xbox Series X?
It is technically downloadable on Xbox Series X, but CD Projekt Red confirmed it will not change that version of the game.
Is a Nintendo Switch 2 patch coming?
CD Projekt Red confirmed that a Nintendo Switch 2 patch is on the way, after the version continued to suffer from framerate drops and image quality issues.