The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next-Gen Update marks the first time mod support has been added to the console versions, allowing PS5 players to download mods from the game's main menu. However, two weeks after the PS5 release, existing mods remain mostly cosmetic changes and minor gameplay adjustments; some players have already asked on Reddit and in video comments when more mods will be available.
At launch, the game offered over 40 PS5 mods, including content that adds hoods and cloaks to characters. The current selection is unlikely to satisfy players expecting more substantial changes. Mods such as procedurally generated contracts, restoration of heavily cut content, or combat experience overhauls are not yet available on the PS5 version.
The article also cautions that player expectations may be influenced by The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, but the modding ecosystems of the two games are not the same. PC mods for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt also feature a large amount of content focused on mechanical tweaks, fixes, and visual changes; the developers have incorporated some popular modifications into the remaster's improvements and quality-of-life features.
As for whether more complex PC mods can be ported to PS5, there is currently no definitive conclusion. The article mentions discussions regarding tool and framework limitations. Mod functionality has been made available to PS5 players, but the current selection still falls short of major experience overhauls.