The Witcher 3 Remastered has received a major update, version 5.01, now available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. The update introduces several improvements and fixes aimed at enhancing the gameplay experience. One of the notable additions is a damage return effect for the "Explosive Shield" skill, which allows players to retaliate against enemies who strike the shield. Other changes include improved boat behavior, smoother scaling animations, better dodge responsiveness, and refined combat interactions. These updates aim to make the game feel more polished and responsive during action sequences. The console versions of The Witcher 3 Remastered also received new graphical options, such as blur, light rays, and depth of field effects, giving players more control over the visual presentation of the game. These additions allow for a more immersive experience, especially for those who enjoy tweaking the game's visual settings to match their preferences. The update also addresses several issues that players had reported. These include problems with save data, missing free rewards in the city of Wyzima, collisions with vegetation that disrupted movement, and visual artifacts caused by dynamic resolution scaling. Additionally, fixes were made for settings that reset unexpectedly and incorrect image frame rate limits on PlayStation 5, ensuring a more stable and consistent performance on that platform. Those interested in reviewing the complete list of changes can find the detailed notes on the official website of the game's license holder. However, the list of changes is extensive, highlighting the significant effort that went into this update to improve the overall experience of The Witcher 3 Remastered.