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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

⚫︎ In an insightful interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz shed light on The Witcher 4, expressing the studio's firm belief in Ciri as the series' new lead. After the game's cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz praised Ciri as a great choice to spearhead the new saga, opening up a wealth of narrative and artistic possibilities.

While gameplay details remain under wraps, the trailer showcased stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals and a fresh perspective with Geralt's adopted daughter, 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 stern warning regarding a scam involving fake beta test invites for The Witcher 4. The developer used The Witcher's official X account to alert fans on April 16 after receiving reports of fraudulent invitations. They encouraged users to report these scams via email or social media and confirmed that efforts are underway to eliminate the deceptive content.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Beta Tests Are Scams, Warns Developer (Game8)

March 26

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 4 won't see the light of day before the end of 2026. This was revealed during the company's fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, where executives noted that while financial targets are set for the upcoming year, the game's launch is scheduled beyond 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 seasoned prowess to Ciri's agile and unpredictable style. CD Projekt Red developers have emphasized that this isn't merely a visual change but a fundamental alteration to 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 fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at The Witcher 4's cinematic reveal trailer this week. The footage reignited discussions, with some fans claiming that Ciri's appearance had been adjusted to make her look "hotter" in response to earlier critiques.

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, has voiced his support for CD Projekt Red's choice of Ciri as the protagonist in The Witcher 4. In an exclusive interview with IGN before 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 took to Twitter (via PC Gamer) to share that about 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still part of the studio, including veterans from The Witcher 2 and the original game. He underscored the continuity of the series' narrative, 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, 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 highlighted the village of Stromford, depicted in the cinematic trailer, as a dark setting where villagers sacrifice young girls to appease a so-called god. They stressed that Ciri's journey as a Witcher will explore new territories within the series.

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

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red is setting ambitious 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 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to deliver an unparalleled experience.

Read more: The Witcher 4 Set To Be The Most Ambitious of the Series (Game8)

December 19

⚫︎ The Witcher 4 narrative director Philipp Weber addressed fan concerns about Ciri taking over as the lead in an interview with VGC. Acknowledging the potential controversy given Geralt's iconic role, Weber assured fans that the team shares their love for Geralt but believes Ciri's unique perspective offers new storytelling possibilities. This decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday, he noted, emphasizing the team's commitment to crafting a compelling narrative 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 TGA 2024, officially kicking off a new saga in the acclaimed franchise. The trailer confirmed Ciri, daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as the main protagonist, with players stepping into her shoes as a professional monster slayer in a dark and immersive fantasy world.

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