Witcher 4: Set to Shatter Series Boundaries

CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has announced that The Witcher 4 will be the most ambitious and immersive entry in the series yet, with Ciri taking center stage as the new Witcher. This decision, according to CDPR, was always part of the plan. Read on to discover more about Ciri's journey and Geralt's well-deserved retirement.

The Most Immersive Witcher Game Yet

Ciri's Inevitable Destiny

Executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga and game director Sebastian Kalemba confirmed The Witcher 4 aims to surpass previous installments, setting a new standard for open-world RPGs. Building upon the successes of Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the team is incorporating lessons learned to create an unparalleled experience. The cinematic trailer showcased Ciri, Geralt's adopted daughter, inheriting his mantle as a Witcher. Story director Tomasz Marchewka revealed that Ciri's role was planned from the outset, highlighting her complex character and rich narrative potential.

While fans adore Ciri's overpowered abilities in The Witcher 3, The Witcher 4 will present a slightly different version. Mitręga hinted at significant events between games affecting Ciri's skills, promising a clear in-game explanation. Kalemba reinforced this commitment to narrative clarity, assuring fans of satisfying answers. Despite the shift, Ciri retains Geralt's influence, embodying his speed and agility while showcasing a unique style.

Geralt's Well-Earned Retirement

With Ciri's ascension, Geralt enters a well-deserved retirement. Andrzej Sapkowski's novels reveal Geralt's age: 61 in The Witcher 3, making him well into his seventies by The Witcher 4. While Witcher lifespan can reach 100 years, Geralt's age surprised some fans who previously estimated him to be much older. This age, however, aligns with Witcher lore.