CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has confirmed that The Witcher 4 will be the most ambitious and immersive entry in the series yet, with Ciri taking center stage as the new Witcher. This development, according to CDPR, was always part of the plan. Read on to learn more about Ciri's journey and Geralt's well-deserved retirement.
The Most Immersive Witcher Game Yet
Ciri's Inevitable Destiny
Executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga and game director Sebastian Kalemba emphasized CDPR's commitment to surpassing previous achievements. The Witcher 4, they stated, will build upon the lessons learned from Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, resulting in an unparalleled open-world experience. The cinematic trailer showcased Ciri, Geralt's adopted daughter, inheriting his mantle as a Witcher. Story director Tomasz Marchewka revealed that Ciri's role was envisioned from the outset, highlighting her complex character and rich narrative potential.
While fans adore Ciri's overpowered abilities in The Witcher 3, Mitręga hinted at a shift in her skillset for the upcoming game. Though details remain undisclosed beyond a significant event between games, Kalemba reassured fans that a clear explanation will be provided within the game's narrative. Despite the adjustments, Mitręga confirmed that Ciri retains Geralt's influence, demonstrating agility and speed while still carrying the hallmarks of her upbringing.
Geralt's Well-Earned Retirement
With Ciri's ascension as a Witcher, Geralt's era concludes. At over sixty in The Witcher 3, according to author Andrzej Sapkowski's novels, Geralt's age warrants a peaceful retirement. Sapkowski's Rozdroże kruków (Raven's Crossing) confirms Geralt's birth year as 1211, placing him well into his seventies, if not nearing eighty, by the time of The Witcher 4. While Witcher lifespan can reach a century, Geralt's advanced age is noteworthy, surprising some fans who had previously underestimated his years.
