The Witcher IV will bring a significant change in leadership, with Ciri taking on the main role. His gameplay will highlight speed and agility superior to that of Geralt of Rivia. The information was confirmed by Małgorzata Mitręga, executive producer at CD Projekt RED, in an interview with the GamesRadar+ portal.
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“Ciri is faster, more agile – but you can still tell that she was trained by Geralt” , highlighted Mitręga. The narrative of The Witcher IV will robustly explain the transition between the protagonists. According to the producer, the game will bring a convincing context to justify the reduction in Ciri's power, seen at the end of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, balancing her story in the new saga.
Original narrative and respect for the canon
The development team explores the gap between the events of the third and fourth games in detail. “We had to do a deep dive to decide how we would approach this ,” said Mitręga, highlighting respect for the canon of both the books and previous games. This careful approach allows for a narrative continuity that will please fans of the saga, while introducing new elements.
The game, described as a single-player open-world RPG, is being developed on the Unreal Engine. Thus, the new technology promises cutting-edge graphics and an immersive experience that will bring the franchise's universe to life.
Most significant romances in The Witcher IV
In addition to the changes in the protagonist, The Witcher IV will continue CD Projekt RED's tradition of including romances in its narrative. Sebastian Kalemba, game director, emphasized that these elements are essential to the story. “It would not be possible to tell the complete story without this aspect” , said the director.
The creators promise to deepen relationship options, delivering interactions that go beyond superficial romances. “We want these relationships to be meaningful and convincing” , added Kalemba. This commitment aims to ensure that player choices directly impact Ciri's journey and the world around her.
Geralt in a supporting role
While Geralt of Rivia has been the heart of the franchise thus far, he will return in a supporting role. This decision marks the beginning of a new saga, focused on Ciri's maturation as a professional monster hunter.
The game promises to expand the universe of The Witcher, maintaining a balance between innovation and fidelity to the series' identity. Expecting to surpass the standards set by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt RED seeks to deliver an experience that combines refined gameplay, exciting narratives and an open world full of possibilities.
The Witcher IV represents more than a continuation: it is a fresh start. The transition to Ciri as the protagonist, combined with technological and narrative improvements, signals CD Projekt RED's ambition to reinvent its most iconic franchise. As players eagerly await new details, the promise of an epic saga renews the enthusiasm surrounding one of the most acclaimed RPGs in history.
