CD Projekt has confirmed they will not present new Witcher 4 content at The Game Awards, despite the game being nominated for the Most Anticipated Game award. Michał Nowakowski, co-CEO of CD Projekt, thanked fans for their support but clarified there would be no surprise announcements during the event.
Current Development Status
The Witcher 4 is currently in full-scale production, according to recent statements from CD Projekt. The company has not set a release date yet, but it is certain that the game will not be available before 2026. The developers are focused on utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for this installment, with the shift progressing well.
Future Plans and Expectations
The upcoming Witcher game aims to start a new trilogy with parts five and six expected to release more rapidly after the fourth. CD Projekt plans to complete the trilogy within a six-year timeframe, hoping to shorten development intervals between games. Despite historical challenges with keeping to schedules, this ambitious goal represents a major shift in the studio's approach to game development.
Observers remain cautiously optimistic about CD Projekt's ability to meet these timelines. The company's recent earnings call reiterated their commitment to expediting future releases, understanding that execution under tighter deadlines will be critical.
