The Witcher 4: Everything We Know

The Witcher 4 marks the highly anticipated fourth chapter in the award-winning series. Keep reading for the latest updates and developments on the game!

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The Witcher 4 News

2025

May 13

　⚫︎　In a recent interview with Parkiet, CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz shared fresh insights about The Witcher 4, reinforcing the studio’s conviction in Ciri as the new central figure. After the game's cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz called Ciri a great choice to lead the franchise’s next saga, opening up unique storytelling and artistic avenues.

While actual gameplay remains under wraps, the trailer showcased visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 and a shift in focus as Geralt’s adoptive 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 caution about a scam involving bogus beta test invitations for The Witcher 4. In a statement published on The Witcher’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on April 16, the developer confirmed it had received player reports of fake invites circulating online. The studio advised users to report any suspicious messages via their email clients or social networks, adding that measures are underway to eliminate the fraudulent content.

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

March 26

　⚫︎　CD Projekt Red has officially confirmed that the next title in The Witcher video game series will not launch before the close of 2026. Speaking during the company’s fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, executives noted that while financial objectives linked to stock-based incentives are scheduled for the coming fiscal year, The Witcher 4 is not projected to release within the next two years.

Read more: Witcher 4 Rumors of 2026 Release Window Shut Down (Game8)

March 8

　⚫︎　The Witcher 4 is set to deliver a significant evolution in combat due to its new protagonist—swapping the sturdy, powerful Geralt of Rivia for the swift and elusive Ciri. CD Projekt Red developers confirm that this change goes beyond appearance, fundamentally altering 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 offered an insider’s look at the creation of The Witcher 4’s cinematic reveal trailer, sharing new shots of Ciri that fueled further conversation among the fanbase. Some fans applauded what they perceived as a move to make Ciri appear "more attractive," suggesting the studio had addressed earlier feedback about her initial look.

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

January 22

　⚫︎　Doug Cockle, the legendary voice behind Geralt of Rivia, has voiced his support for CD Projekt Red’s choice to feature Ciri as the lead in The Witcher 4. In an exclusive IGN interview ahead of the game’s reveal, executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga described Ciri as “the natural, 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 who worked on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remain with the company, including veterans from The Witcher 2 and the first Witcher title.

In response to a user’s comment, Nowakowski highlighted the series' narrative consistency, noting, 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 discussion with Gamertag Radio co-host Parris, The Witcher 4 game director Sebastian Kalemba and executive producer Gosia Mitręga confirmed the next game will introduce unexplored parts of The Continent along with new creatures.

Kalemba mentioned that the settlement shown in the cinematic trailer is called Stromford—a grim place where locals offer young girls as sacrifices to please a supposed deity. The team stressed that although Ciri will walk the path of a Witcher like Geralt, her adventure will forge a new direction for the series.

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

2024

December 23

　⚫︎　CD Projekt Red has ambitious goals for The Witcher 4, calling it “the most immersive and expansive open-world Witcher game ever,” according to executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga in a GamesRadar+ interview.

Game director Sebastian Kalemba noted the studio intends to “raise the bar” by leveraging insights gained from developing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Cyberpunk 2077 to craft a groundbreaking player experience.

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

December 19

　⚫︎　In a VGC interview, The Witcher 4 narrative director Philipp Weber acknowledged fan worries about selecting Ciri as the protagonist, recognizing it might be “controversial” given Geralt’s long tenure as the face of the series. Weber clarified that the development team holds Geralt in high regard but is confident that Ciri’s viewpoint unlocks distinctive storytelling potential. “This decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday,” he explained, underscoring their commitment to making her journey equally engaging.

Read more: Witcher 4 Ciri Controversy Addressed by Devs (Game8)

December 11

　⚫︎　CD Projekt Red premiered the cinematic reveal trailer for The Witcher 4 at TGA 2024, formally kicking off a new saga in the beloved universe. The trailer confirms Ciri, Geralt of Rivia’s daughter, as the main playable character. Gamers will embody her as a seasoned monster hunter, delving into a rich, shadowy fantasy world through her eyes.

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