The Witcher 4 is now confirmed to arrive in 2028, as joint CEO Michał Nowakowski announced during Gamescom Opening Night Live.
Despite CD PROJEKT RED’s enthusiasm, the studio opted not to showcase the title at the 2026 Gamescom show, citing the absence of an exact launch window.
2028: The Witcher 4’s Target Date
Nowakowski revealed that production began in 2024 and that the team is focusing on delivering a “bold, ambitious” experience centered on Ciri, who will replace Geralt as the series’ protagonist.
He encouraged fans to “let the team cook” and assured that the wait would be worthwhile.
Linking Themes: Witcher 3 DLC
To bridge the narrative gap, CD PROJEKT RED is releasing “The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past” in 2027, a DLC that preludes the events of Witcher 4.
Fans interested in seeing new gameplay can catch the first footage of the DLC during the Gamescom Opening Night Live session.
Ciri Steps into the Spotlight
Technical showcases have highlighted the open‑world scale and the game’s ambition, indicating that the new saga will offer a larger, more immersive environment for players to explore.
The studio emphasized that the forthcoming game represents its biggest project to date.
With the 2028 window set, CD PROJEKT RED invites patrons to anticipate a game that builds on the franchise’s heritage while charting fresh territory.
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