The Witcher IV (2025) Xbox Playstation PC Gaming

[David76]

Although no gameplay was shown during the trailer, it seems the focus will be on combining the methodical monster hunting from the last game with Ciri's magical abilities. This will likely be balanced out with story elements that feel as dark and moody as the last game.

"We're kicking off a brand-new Witcher saga, this time with Ciri as the heart of the story!" said Sebastian Kalemba, Game Director. "It feels so good to finally be able to say those words — for the longest time we knew that we wanted Ciri to be the protagonist of The Witcher IV; it just felt natural to us and we believe that Ciri deserves it."

In the nearly six-minute trailer, viewers are introduced to Ciri, the adopted daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as she takes on a Witcher contract in a remote village that has been terrorised for generations by a fearsome monster demanding human sacrifices. Framed as a short, self-contained Witcher story, the trailer showcases Ciri's new abilities and tools, including a chain and advanced magic powers.

 

[Tom]

CD Projekt Red has unveiled our first look at actual gameplay as part of the State of Unreal showcase today, and it's safe to say it's incredible how this game looks so far.





The Witcher 4 doesn't have a release date yet, but clearly it's coming along well.

 

[David76]

Ciri has big boots to fill, but I have faith CDPR will deliver something special. Again, though, there's going to be very high expectations for this.

The urge to play Witcher 3 again is strong. A CDPR financial report from March indicates it will be at least 2027 before this is released, so a long way away yet, but we can hope.

 

[Dylan]

A CDPR financial report from March indicates it will be at least 2027 before this is released, so a long way away yet, but we can hope.

I'd be surprised at even 2027.

 

[David76]

CD Projekt RED's upcoming instalment, The Witcher 4, is generating buzz not just for its stunning visuals but also for its bold narrative choices. The game will feature Ciri as the protagonist, a decision that has sparked mixed reactions among fans. The actor Doug Cockle, who voiced Geralt, urged sceptics to revisit the source material, emphasising that Ciri's journey is integral to the saga.

Engineering production manager Jan Hermanowicz reassures players that more of Ciri's character will be unveiled in the future, hinting at a rich exploration of her emotional depth. This initiative aligns with the studio's goal of creating the "most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game" yet, promising dynamic player choices and agency.

Despite the anticipation, we face a long wait, with the game's release not expected before 2027. CD Projekt RED is committed to a "console first" approach, aiming for a smooth performance across platforms, especially following the mixed reception of Cyberpunk 2077. As we await further details, it's clear that Ciri's story will be a pivotal experience in The Witcher 4.