CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the original game's narrative director will be responsible for the story of The Witcher 4. The revelation, made by the company's CEO, Michał Nowakowski, reinforces the continuity of the creative vision that cemented the franchise's success. Furthermore, the Polish company highlighted that around 100 developers from The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remain active on the team. This decision aims to balance innovation and tradition, aspects that defined The Witcher as a benchmark in role-playing games.
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Veterans guarantee narrative quality in The Witcher 4
Nowakowski confirmed in a Twitter post that the narrative director of The Witcher 1 , released in 2007, will return to lead the narrative for the next title. According to him, the vision behind the saga has always been cohesive, with veterans playing essential roles in its development.
"The main story director has been the same since The Witcher 1. The main vision director has been the same since. And I've been here for 20 years ," Nowakowski stated. The return of an experienced team reinforces the idea that the company intends to respect the series' roots while exploring new paths.
Fans have high expectations for the next chapter in the saga, especially after the acclaim received by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt , released in 2015 and considered a landmark in open-world games. The narrative continuity, combined with technical advancements, promises to deliver a memorable experience.
Controversy surrounds announcement and choice of protagonist
Since the official announcement of The Witcher 4 at The Game Awards in late 2024, some creative decisions have faced resistance from a segment of the public. The choice of Ciri as the protagonist drew criticism from minority groups, who accused the game of following "progressive tendencies." However, CD Projekt Red defended its decision, emphasizing that the character is a central part of the franchise's universe.
Criticism intensified when rumors of a possible partnership with Sweet Baby Inc. began circulating. In response, Nowakowski denied the allegations, stating, "We are not working with Sweet Baby and have never worked with them. To be honest, we hadn't even heard of them until recently."
The company thus faces the challenge of overcoming prejudices and reinforcing its narrative based on planning and quality, factors that have solidified CD Projekt Red's reputation in the global games market.
Next game promises to unite legacy and innovation
With a solid foundation of experienced developers and the promise of exploring new horizons, The Witcher 4 presents itself as a potential milestone for the series. While challenges remain, confidence in the team and the franchise's legacy strengthens expectations for a release that will meet fans' high standards.
The release date has not yet been announced, but the global gaming community continues to follow every detail released by CD Projekt Red, eager to return to the rich and fascinating universe of The Witcher .
