CD Projekt Red Kicks Off Production of a New Witcher Game (Unlikely to be The Witcher 4)

You heard it right, everyone! The countdown to the next Witcher adventure is officially underway. CD Projekt Red has kicked off production, setting the stage for more epic tales in this beloved series.

Hold on, though, because we’re talking about a project that’s still likely several years out. Despite the wait, fans craving news can finally feast on something worthwhile. Direct from the source, the game’s director confirmed that work on “Project Polaris,” the codename for the upcoming Witcher installment, is in full swing. Sebastian Kalemba took to Twitter to express his excitement, saying, “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 now! Stay tuned for what’s on the other side of the coin!”

A cheeky reference there, as his tweet came accompanied by an intriguing shot of coins scattered on a stone floor. Given the game’s early production status, we’re all in for a bit of a wait. Just how long are we talking? Your guess is as good as anyone’s, but let’s all hope it’s before the turn of the decade (keeping in mind the patience required from the last CD Projekt journey with Cyberpunk 2077).

Interestingly enough, this new project isn’t expected to be a direct continuation of The Witcher 3, which will be celebrating its ten-year milestone next year. Due to the expansive timelines of game development, it’s likely the game will cater both to seasoned fans and newbies—much like how Zelda’s “Tears of the Kingdom” carved its path without leaning too heavily on its predecessor, Breath of the Wild.

Adding to the intrigue is the assurance from Geralt’s voice actor himself: this installment won’t center on Geralt’s adventures. The announcement hinted at a fresh start in the saga, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting new era. For now, we wait with bated breath for CD Projekt Red to lift the veil on what’s next.