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CD Projekt RED targets 2028 release for The Witcher 4, announces ‘The Witcher 3’ Expansion for 2027

CD Projekt RED has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is currently targeting a 2028 release window. The announcement was made by co-CEO Michal Nowakowski in a video released ahead of Gamescom, where the studio also unveiled a new expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt titled Songs of the Past, scheduled for 2027.

CD Projekt RED targets 2028 release for The Witcher 4, announces 'The Witcher 3' Expansion for 2027
CD Projekt RED targets 2028 release for The Witcher 4, announces 'The Witcher 3' Expansion for 2027.

The Witcher 4 scope and Ciri’s new lead role

  • New Protagonist: Ciri takes the lead in this new saga set within the universe created by author Andrzej Sapkowski. The game is actively in production at CD Projekt RED headquarters.
  • Development Scale: Over 500 developers are working on the title, which Nowakowski described as the studio’s largest, boldest, and most ambitious project to date.
  • Gameplay Vision: The sequel promises a vast and immersive open world, intense action-focused gameplay, and a deep, impactful story.
  • Release Timeline: 2028 remains a target rather than a fixed date, leaving room for potential schedule adjustments. Noting past delays with The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, Nowakowski asked fans for patience, reassuring them that the extra development time will be worth the wait.

Gamescom showcase and ‘Songs of the Past’

While The Witcher 4 will not be shown at Gamescom this year, CD Projekt RED will focus its event presence entirely on the 2027 expansion, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past:

  • First Look: The studio will present the first complete look at Songs of the Past, previewing its dark storyline and upcoming content additions.
  • Daily Live Streams: CDPR will host daily RED broadcasts throughout the event, with Nowakowski hinting at potential surprises during the streams.

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