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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

⚫︎ In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red's CFO Piotr Nielubowicz provided new insights into The Witcher 4, expressing the studio's enthusiasm for Ciri as the central character. Following the cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz praised Ciri as a great choice to spearhead the new saga, citing the fresh narrative and artistic avenues she opens up.

While gameplay details remain under wraps, the trailer showcased stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and a shift in focus as Geralt's adopted daughter takes 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 about a scam involving fake beta test invites for The Witcher 4. In a statement on The Witcher's official X account on April 16, the developer acknowledged community reports of fraudulent invitations and urged users to report such messages through their email clients or social media platforms. The studio is actively working 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. During the company's fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, executives clarified that despite financial goals set for the next fiscal year, fans should not expect The Witcher 4 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 significant shift in combat dynamics, moving from Geralt's heavy-hitting style to Ciri's agile and unpredictable approach. CD Projekt Red developers have emphasized that this change will fundamentally alter the gameplay experience.

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

February 28

⚫︎ 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. The footage sparked discussions among fans, some of whom speculated that changes were made to Ciri's appearance in response to earlier feedback.

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, expressed his support for CD Projekt Red's decision to focus on Ciri in The Witcher 4. In an exclusive interview with IGN, executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga described Ciri as “the very organic, logical choice” for the new protagonist.

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 via Twitter 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. 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 an interview with Gamertag Radio, The Witcher 4 game director Sebastian Kalemba and executive producer Gosia Mitręga confirmed that the game will explore new regions of The Continent and introduce original monsters. The cinematic trailer revealed Stromford, a village where villagers sacrifice young girls to appease a so-called god. While Ciri will follow in Geralt's footsteps as a Witcher, her journey will venture into uncharted territory for the series.

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

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red has set high expectations for The Witcher 4, calling it “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 leveraging lessons from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to deliver an unparalleled gaming 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 about Ciri taking the lead role, admitting it could be “controversial” given Geralt's iconic status. Weber emphasized the team's affection for Geralt but highlighted the fresh narrative opportunities Ciri's perspective brings. He noted, “This decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday,” and the goal is to craft a story as compelling as Geralt's.

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 TGA 2024, officially kicking off a new saga in the beloved franchise. The trailer confirmed Ciri, daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as the protagonist, allowing players to experience the dark and immersive fantasy world through her eyes as a professional monster slayer.

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