The recent remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt introduces a suite of graphical enhancements, but developer CD Projekt Red has opted to retain a peculiar detail: the low-polygon pigeon models. While ground-dwelling pigeons have received updated models, the flying pigeons appear to have been left untouched, much to the relief of some fans.
This observation came to light following community discussion, including a Reddit post highlighting the contrast between the new ground pigeons and the older flying models, with one user lamenting, "Gone, but never forgotten." However, it was later confirmed by Kotaku Editor-in-Chief Ethan Gach that the low-poly pigeon design persists in flight within the remastered version. This contrast between the updated environment and the unchanged pigeons has led to amusement, as the dated models are now more starkly visible against the improved lighting and textures.
The Witcher 3 Remastered has seen a significant surge in player activity since its release, already breaking the game's previous peak concurrent player count on Steam. This renewed interest bodes well for the long-term engagement with the updated title.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered is available as a free update for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. For players diving into Geralt's adventures or returning for the enhanced experience, various guides are available, covering aspects such as walkthroughs, endings, romance options, and the locations of essential items like Witcher gear, Places of Power, and Gwent cards.