What Do Fans Know So Far about The Witcher 4?

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As a gamer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the announcement of The Witcher IV has me absolutely thrilled! After immersing myself in the captivating world of The Witcher III: Wild Hunt and then waiting patiently for the cyberpunk chaos of Cyberpunk 2077, I can hardly contain my excitement to return to the magical realm of Andrzej Sapkowski.

CD Projekt Red gained widespread recognition with the release of The Witcher III: Wild Hunt, and after several years dedicated to developing Cyberpunk, the studio is now prepared to revisit the fantasy realm created by Andrzej Sapkowski.

At The Game Awards, it was revealed that The Witcher IV is on its way, leaving fans eager to uncover the narrative details now centered around Ciri as the main character of the series.

Ciri and The Witcher IV

Through the captivating cinematic trailer, details about the gameplay for The Witcher IV remain undisclosed; however, it offers tantalizing glimpses into the type of experience players might encounter.

In the official description, we find that ‘The Witcher 4‘ is an upcoming open-world RPG by CD PROJEKT RED, known for games like ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ and ‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.’ This game marks the start of a new saga and serves as a sequel to one of the most highly regarded RPGs ever made. The story focuses on Ciri as she sets out on her path to become a skilled monster hunter.

The game continues from where the previous one ended, and it has been validated by fans that Ciri is set to become the main character in the series going forward.

In contrast to Geralt, her character appears to possess novel skills and tools tailored for the game. She’s equipped with a unique set of silver eyes that seem capable of detecting creatures in the dark. Additionally, she wields a chain weapon, which serves both to ensnare monsters and harness magical energies.

A New Witcher Trilogy

As reported by VGC, the game is set to initiate a brand-new trilogy, with Ciri taking the main role. At present, work on what’s being called The Witcher IV is in full swing.

As for Ciri’s tale, we’re still unsure of its specifics, but given the mature narrative style of the cinematic story by CDPR, it’s reasonable to anticipate that they might blend elements of fantasy with complex moral dilemmas suitable for adult audiences.

In contrast to previous games primarily centered around Geralt, The Witcher IV is expected to explore new territories, putting significant pressure on CDPR. Fans are aware of the pitfalls when a storyline strays too far from established sources, often resulting in less-than-satisfactory outcomes (apologies to Game of Thrones enthusiasts).

Learning from the Past

It’s hoped that CDPR has taken valuable lessons from the rocky debut of Cyberpunk 2077. Following a disastrous launch, they spent years winning back their fans’ trust. With a dependable franchise like The Witcher now in their hands, there’s significant expectation for the team working on The Witcher IV to ensure a smooth release when it finally launches.

It’s crucial that both the development and marketing teams align their strategies for the launch and promotions. After all, one can only speculate as to how Cyberpunk 2077’s second launch might fare for CDPR.

It’s yet to be officially announced when The Witcher IV will hit the shelves, but speculations point towards a launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5 within the coming years, potentially as early as 2026.

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2024-12-17 13:42