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The Witcher 4 News
2025
May 13
⚫︎ In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz provided exciting updates on The Witcher 4, expressing the studio's strong confidence in Ciri as the new central character. Following the game's stunning cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz described Ciri as a great choice
to lead the series into a fresh saga, offering new narrative and artistic possibilities.
While gameplay details remain under wraps, the trailer showcased Unreal Engine 5-level visuals 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 regarding 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 it had received 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 anticipate a significant shift in combat dynamics due to the change in protagonist—from the battle-hardened Geralt of Rivia to the agile and unpredictable Ciri. According to CD Projekt Red developers, this shift is more than just a cosmetic change—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
⚫︎ This week, CD Projekt Red shared a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of The Witcher 4’s cinematic reveal trailer, providing fresh glimpses of Ciri that reignited discussions 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 behind Geralt of Rivia, has voiced his support for CD Projekt Red’s decision to feature Ciri as the protagonist 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 Twitter (via PC Gamer) that approximately 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still with 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 introduce 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)
