While saves will be compatible between editions on PC, the same is not true for the console versions. With that standard established, CD Projekt RED also admits that buying the final build might not make sense for all players if preserving savegames is a concern.
In other words, there’s nothing in “The Witcher 3 Game Of The Year Edition” that’s not currently available in the season pass or as a free download. For those that already own the standard edition, the same fixes will be made available as well. Specifically, the complete version will offer the base game, its two paid expansions, 16 free DLC updates and a final patch intended to iron out any remaining kinks. In a recent forum thread, CD Projekt community manager Marcin Momot outlined the most critical details. Misconceptions about DLC and savegames were addressed. “The Witcher 3 Game Of The Year Edition” is almost here, so its developers at CD Projekt RED have offered some clarity about what’s in the package.