Witcher 4: Latest Updates Revealed

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2025

May 13

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red CFO Piotr Nielubowicz provided exciting updates on The Witcher 4 in a recent Parkiet interview, highlighting the studio's confidence in Ciri as the new saga's central figure. Following the cinematic reveal at The Game Awards 2024, Nielubowicz praised Ciri as a great choice for the series, promising new narrative and artistic possibilities.

While gameplay remains under wraps, the trailer showcased stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals and a fresh perspective with Geralt's adopted daughter 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 cautionary notice regarding a scam involving fake beta test invites for The Witcher 4. The developer confirmed on The Witcher’s official X account on April 16 that fraudulent invitations are circulating online. They advise fans to report these messages through their email clients or social media and are actively working to remove the scam content.

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

March 26

⚫︎ During CD Projekt Red's fiscal year 2024 earnings presentation, the studio confirmed that The Witcher 4 won't see a release before the end of 2026. This announcement came as executives discussed financial goals for the next fiscal year, emphasizing that the game's launch is still a couple of years away.

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

March 8

⚫︎ The Witcher 4 promises a significant shift in combat dynamics with Ciri stepping into the protagonist role. Unlike the heavy-hitting style of Geralt, Ciri's agility and unpredictability will redefine the gameplay experience, according to CD Projekt Red developers.

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

February 28

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red offered fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Witcher 4's cinematic reveal trailer, sparking renewed interest and discussions. Some fans speculated about changes to Ciri's appearance, but it was clarified that no such alterations were made in response to criticism.

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, expressed his support for Ciri's role in The Witcher 4 in an exclusive IGN interview. Executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga described Ciri as the very organic, logical choice for the series' next chapter.

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 around 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are still with the studio, including veterans from earlier titles. He stressed the narrative continuity, 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 interview with Gamertag Radio, The Witcher 4 game director Sebastian Kalemba and executive producer Gosia Mitręga revealed that the game will introduce new regions and original monsters. The village featured in the cinematic trailer, named Stromford, is a dark setting where villagers make sacrifices to a so-called god. Ciri, while following in Geralt's footsteps, will explore new territories in this installment.

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

2024

December 23

⚫︎ CD Projekt Red is aiming high with The Witcher 4, described by executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga as the most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game to date in a GamesRadar+ interview. Game director Sebastian Kalemba added that the team is applying lessons from The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 to deliver an exceptional experience.

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

December 19

⚫︎ Addressing fan concerns about Ciri taking the lead in The Witcher 4, narrative director Philipp Weber spoke to VGC about the potential controversy. He acknowledged fans' attachment to Geralt but emphasized that Ciri's perspective offers unique narrative opportunities. Weber noted that this decision was well-considered and aims to tell a compelling story through Ciri's eyes.

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

December 11

⚫︎ The cinematic reveal trailer for The Witcher 4 debuted at TGA 2024, marking the official start of a new saga with Ciri as the protagonist. Players will experience the dark fantasy world through her eyes as she takes on the role of a professional monster slayer.

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