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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

⚫︎ In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz shared new insights about The Witcher 4, expressing the studio's confidence in Ciri as the central character. Following the game’s cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz described Ciri as a great choice to lead the series' new saga, offering fresh narrative and artistic opportunities. The trailer showcased Unreal Engine 5-level visuals and a shift in perspective 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 posted to The Witcher’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on April 16, the developer confirmed receiving community reports of fraudulent invitations circulating online. The studio urged users to report such messages through their email clients or social media platforms, noting that steps are being taken 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 next installment in The Witcher video game series will not be released before the end of 2026. During the company’s fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, executives stated that while financial goals tied to share-based incentive programs are in place 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

⚫︎ In The Witcher 4, players can expect a noticeable shift in combat due to the change in protagonist—from the hardened, heavy-hitting Geralt of Rivia to the nimble and unpredictable Ciri. According to developers at CD Projekt Red, this shift isn’t just cosmetic—it fundamentally reshapes the game's mechanics.

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

February 28

⚫︎ This week, CD Projekt Red shared a behind-the-scenes deep dive into the making of The Witcher 4’s cinematic reveal trailer, offering fresh glimpses of Ciri that sparked renewed discussion among fans. Some celebrated what they believed was a change to make Ciri look “hotter,” claiming CDPR had responded to criticism over her initial reveal.

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

January 22

⚫︎ Doug Cockle, the iconic voice of Geralt of Rivia, has expressed his support for CD Projekt Red’s decision to place Ciri at the center of The Witcher 4. Speaking exclusively to IGN ahead of the game's reveal, executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga called Ciri “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 revealed on X (via PC Gamer) that roughly 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still working at the studio, including veterans from The Witcher 2 and even the original Witcher game. Responding to a comment, Nowakowski emphasized the narrative continuity of the series, 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 upcoming title will explore new regions of The Continent and feature original monsters. Kalemba revealed that the village seen in the cinematic trailer is named Stromford—a dark locale where villagers sacrifice young girls to appease a so-called god. The team emphasized that while Ciri will follow Geralt's path as a Witcher, her journey will chart new territory for the series.

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

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red is setting high expectations 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 applying lessons learned from both The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to deliver a next-level 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 over the decision to make Ciri the game’s lead, acknowledging it could be “controversial” given Geralt’s long-standing role as the series protagonist. Weber emphasized that the team shares fans’ affection for Geralt but believes Ciri’s perspective offers fresh narrative opportunities. “This decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday,” he said, adding that the goal is to prove her story can be just as compelling.

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 launching a new saga in the acclaimed franchise. The trailer confirms Ciri, daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as the main protagonist. Players will step into her role as a professional monster slayer, navigating a dark and immersive fantasy world through her perspective.

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