The Witcher 4 Trailer: Ciri as the Playable Protagonist Unveiled
CD Projekt Red made a significant announcement at The Game Awards on Thursday night. They released a brand new trailer for the next Witcher game, codenamed “Polaris”. This game is set to be titled The Witcher 4 and will feature Ciri as the lead in a completely fresh story.
CD Projekt Red's Witcher Game Development Journey
In the spring of 2022, CD Projekt Red officially kicked off the development of the next Witcher game. Since then, news has been relatively scarce, but fans have been eagerly anticipating its arrival. In fact, four Witcher games, including Polaris, have been announced for development. Two of these games, currently known as “Sirius” and “Canis Majoris”, are being crafted by The Flame in the Flood developer The Molasses Flood and The Thaumaturge developer Fool’s Theory respectively.This upcoming Witcher game marks the beginning of a new trilogy that delves into uncharted territory. Ciri, the princess of Cintra and daughter of Pavetta, will take on the role of the playable protagonist and monster hunter. The trailer gave us a glimpse of an intense encounter where she deftly slays a massive snake-like creature in a dark and woodsy setting.The Witcher games have their roots in the series of fantasy novels and short stories by Polish writer Andrzej Sapkowski. Over the years, this series has become a cornerstone of work for CD Projekt Red and action-RPG enthusiasts worldwide. It all started in 2007 with The Witcher and has since seen three mainline games, two expansions, and seven spin-off titles. Geralt of Rivia, the series' protagonist, has also made appearances in other popular games like Fortnite and Soulcalibur 6. Additionally, Netflix has brought to life a live-action series inspired by the books.The world of The Witcher is rich and immersive, filled with mythical creatures and complex storylines. With The Witcher 4, CD Projekt Red is set to take this world to new heights. The game promises to offer players an unforgettable experience as they follow Ciri's adventures through a land filled with danger and mystery.The development team at CD Projekt Red is known for their attention to detail and commitment to creating immersive gaming experiences. With The Witcher 4, they are sure to continue this tradition and deliver a game that will captivate players for hours on end. Whether you're a long-time fan of the series or a newcomer looking for an exciting new adventure, The Witcher 4 is sure to deliver.
