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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

⚫︎ In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz shared exciting new details about The Witcher 4, expressing the studio’s strong belief in Ciri as the next central character. Following the cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz described Ciri as a great choice to lead the series into a fresh narrative and artistic direction.

While gameplay details remain under wraps, the trailer showcased stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and hinted at a new 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 crucial 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 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 officially announced that The Witcher 4 will not hit the shelves before the end of 2026. During the company’s fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, executives clarified that while financial objectives are 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 the seasoned and robust Geralt of Rivia to the agile and unpredictable Ciri. CD Projekt Red developers emphasize that this change is more than just aesthetic—it fundamentally alters 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 recently provided a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of The Witcher 4’s cinematic reveal trailer, giving fans fresh glimpses of Ciri. This sparked renewed discussions among fans, with some mistakenly believing that CDPR had altered Ciri’s appearance to make her look “hotter” 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 iconic voice behind Geralt of Rivia, has voiced his support for CD Projekt Red’s choice to center The Witcher 4 around Ciri. In an exclusive interview with IGN before the game's reveal, 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 Twitter (via PC Gamer) that approximately 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still part of the team, 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 shown in the cinematic trailer is named Stromford—a grim locale where villagers sacrifice young girls to appease a so-called god. While Ciri will follow in Geralt's footsteps as a Witcher, her journey promises to explore new territories for the series.

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

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red has set lofty goals 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 from both The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to craft a next-level 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 regarding the decision to make Ciri the game’s lead, acknowledging that it might be “controversial” given Geralt’s long-standing role as the 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, asserting the team’s commitment to crafting a compelling story 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 step into her shoes as a professional monster slayer, exploring a dark and immersive fantasy world from her unique perspective.

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