The Witcher 4 Has Entered Full-Scale Production

CD Projekt Red has revealed that the new installment of The Witcher series has concluded its conceptual phase and is now moving into development.

The Witcher 4 Enters Full-Scale Production

It’s hard to believe that two years have passed since The Witcher 4, also known by its codename Project Polaris, was first announced. The game is set for release on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Gradually, more details about this installment have surfaced. It will kick off a new trilogy following Geralt of Rivia’s adventures and introduce fresh protagonists.

Today, coinciding with the inclusion of the first two Witcher games in GOG’s preservation program, the team behind The Witcher 4 shared exciting news: the game has entered full-scale development.

According to Sebastian Kalemba, director of The Witcher 4, the game has transitioned to the production phase, marking a significant milestone for the project.

I'm thrilled to announce that Project Polaris has entered the full-scale production phase! With new challenges just around the corner, it’s the talented and hard-working people who make me believe we can together make the upcoming Witcher Saga a remarkable experience. No stopping… pic.twitter.com/2pJdsg2sWX
— Sebastian Kalemba (@Skalemba) November 26, 2024

Full-scale production indicates that the game has moved beyond the design and planning stages. The focus now shifts to developing levels, mechanics, graphics, narrative, and motion capture, among other elements.

Describing Polaris as “the next saga of The Witcher” reinforces the idea that the protagonist will not be Geralt of Rivia. This aligns with hints from Doug Cockle, Geralt’s voice actor, who suggested his return to the Witcher universe but confirmed that his character won’t be the central figure in the new installment.

Could We Have a New Heroine?

The teaser for The Witcher 4 features a medallion representing a previously unknown group of Witchers: the School of the Lynx. This has led to speculation that Ciri could be the protagonist, especially since the “true ending” of The Witcher 3 shows her becoming a Witcher.

The School of the Lynx’s philosophy and combat style seem to fit Ciri perfectly.

Currently, Polaris has CD Projekt Red’s largest development team, surpassing the group working on Project Orion, the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077.

Additionally, recent reports suggest that The Witcher 4 has also started casting and possibly filming scenes for the game.

Still, patience will be needed. While the earliest projected release window for The Witcher 4 is 2025, it’s likely that development could extend by another year or two.

These updates on The Witcher 4 come alongside other positive news for CD Projekt, as the company accelerates production of Cyberpunk 2077′s sequel with new hires at its U.S.-based studio.

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