Witcher 4: Ciri’s Story, Geralt’s Return

Witcher 4: Ciri Takes Center Stage

The Witcher 4 is officially confirmed, starring Ciri as the main protagonist. It’s a third-person action-RPG, similar to The Witcher 3, with Doug Cockle returning as Geralt, who will appear in the game.

What We Know

The trailer shows Ciri as a witcher, possessing magical abilities beyond standard witcher signs. The game’s setting is a few years after The Witcher 3, but the specific canon ending and timeline details remain undisclosed. CD Projekt Red aims to respect the lore of the books and previous games, but how player choices from The Witcher 3 will affect the storyline will be revealed later.

Developer Insights

Andrzej Sapkowski, the author of the Witcher books, isn’t directly involved but maintains a good relationship with CD Projekt Red. The developers acknowledge fan concerns about Ciri as the protagonist but believe her story offers exciting opportunities. They promise gameplay evolution from The Witcher 3 and assure that the game addresses the unique challenges and experiences of a female witcher in this world. Geralt will also appear, though his playability is yet to be confirmed.

Open World Evolution

The developers plan to improve and evolve their open-world approach, learning from past experiences and industry advancements. While the announcement trailer used high-end hardware, CD Projekt Red is working to ensure the game runs on current-gen consoles.