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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

⚫︎ In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz provided new insights into The Witcher 4, expressing the studio's strong belief in Ciri as the next central character. Following the game's cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz described Ciri as a great choice to lead the series into a new saga, highlighting the fresh narrative and artistic possibilities she brings.

While gameplay details remain under wraps, the trailer showcased stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and a significant shift in perspective with Ciri taking center stage.

Read more: CD Projekt Red exec says Ciri is a great choice for The Witcher 4, and she opens up new possibilities for the series after more than a decade of RPGs (GamesRadar+)

April 17

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red has issued a warning to fans about a scam involving fake beta test invitations for The Witcher 4. On April 16, the developer used The Witcher's official X (formerly Twitter) account to alert the community about fraudulent invitations circulating online. They encouraged users to report these messages via their email clients or social media platforms, confirming that efforts are underway to remove the scam content.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Beta Tests Are Scams, Warns Developer (Game8)

March 26

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 4 will not see a release before the end of 2026. This announcement came during the company's fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, where executives clarified that, despite financial goals set for the next fiscal year, The Witcher 4 is not expected to launch within the next two years.

Read more: Witcher 4 Rumors of 2026 Release Window Shut Down (Game8)

March 8

⚫︎ The Witcher 4 promises a distinct change in combat dynamics due to the shift from Geralt of Rivia to Ciri as the protagonist. CD Projekt Red developers have explained that this isn't just a superficial change but one that fundamentally alters the gameplay experience.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Dev Explains One Major Difference Between Geralt and Ciri as Protagonists (GameRant)

February 28

⚫︎ This week, CD Projekt Red offered a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Witcher 4’s cinematic reveal trailer, showcasing new glimpses of Ciri. This sparked renewed discussion among fans, with some suggesting that Ciri's appearance had been altered to be more appealing in response to earlier criticisms.

Read more: No, CDPR Did Not Change Ciri’s Face Back In ‘The Witcher 4’ (Forbes)

January 22

⚫︎ Doug Cockle, the voice behind Geralt of Rivia, has voiced his support for CD Projekt Red’s choice of Ciri as the protagonist for The Witcher 4. In an exclusive interview with IGN, executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga described Ciri as “the very organic, logical choice.”

Read more: CD Projekt’s Decision to Go With Ciri as Protagonist for The Witcher 4 'A Really Interesting Move for All Kinds of Reasons,' Geralt Actor Says (IGN)

January 13

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red CEO Michal Nowakowski shared on X (via PC Gamer) that around 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still with the studio, including veterans from The Witcher 2 and the original Witcher game. In response to a comment, Nowakowski highlighted the narrative continuity, stating, The main Story Director is the same person since Witcher 1.

Read more: CD Projekt Red Confirms The Witcher 4 Has The Same Narrative Director As The First Game (TheGamer)

January 6

⚫︎ In a December 14 interview with Gamertag Radio co-host Parris, The Witcher 4 game director Sebastian Kalemba and executive producer Gosia Mitręga confirmed that the game will introduce new regions of The Continent and feature original monsters. Kalemba revealed that the village showcased in the cinematic trailer is called Stromford, a dark setting where villagers make sacrifices to appease a so-called god. The team emphasized that while Ciri will follow Geralt's path as a Witcher, her journey will explore new territories for the series.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Features New Regions and Monsters (Game8)

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red is setting the bar high for The Witcher 4, describing it as “the most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game to date,” according to executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga in an interview with GamesRadar+. Game director Sebastian Kalemba added that the studio aims to “raise the bar” by incorporating lessons learned from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to deliver an unparalleled experience.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Set To Be The Most Ambitious of the Series (Game8)

December 19

⚫︎ In an interview with VGC, The Witcher 4 narrative director Philipp Weber addressed fan concerns regarding the decision to make Ciri the lead character, acknowledging it as potentially “controversial” due to Geralt's longstanding role as the protagonist. Weber emphasized the team's affection for Geralt but highlighted that Ciri’s perspective offers new storytelling opportunities. He noted, “This decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday,” and expressed confidence in crafting a compelling narrative around her.

Read more: Witcher 4 Ciri Controversy Addressed by Devs (Game8)

December 11

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red unveiled the cinematic reveal trailer for The Witcher 4 at The Game Awards 2024, officially kicking off a new saga in the acclaimed franchise. The trailer confirmed Ciri, daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as the main protagonist. Players will assume her role as a professional monster slayer, exploring a dark and immersive fantasy world through her eyes.

Read more: The Witcher 4 was announced at TGA 2024. (Game8)