The Witcher 4: Full Production Underway
CD Projekt Red, the renowned Polish game developer, has officially announced that the fourth installment of The Witcher series, codenamed Project Polaris, has entered full-scale production. This significant milestone was revealed during the company’s third-quarter financial results for 2024. The game is set to kick off a new trilogy in The Witcher universe, promising fans an exciting continuation of the beloved franchise. Alongside this announcement, CD Projekt Red shared impressive sales figures for its previous title, Cyberpunk 2077, which continues to perform well in the market.
The Witcher 4 Enters Production
Michaล Nowakowski, Joint CEO of CD Projekt, expressed pride in the progress made by the Polaris team. In a statement, he confirmed that pre-production had concluded, allowing the team to transition into full-scale production. This phase is known to be the most intensive in the development process. Nowakowski emphasized the dedication of the team and their commitment to delivering a high-quality game.
In a celebratory post on X, Nowakowski congratulated the Witcher team for reaching this crucial milestone. He highlighted the importance of entering the production stage as a step toward achieving the studio’s long-term strategic goals. The Witcher game director, Sebastian Kalemba, also shared his enthusiasm on social media, stating that he believes the new trilogy could offer players a โremarkable experience.โ With the development team now fully engaged in creating the game, fans can anticipate a rich and immersive world that builds on the legacy of its predecessors.
Cyberpunk 2077 Sells 30 Million Copies
In addition to the exciting news about The Witcher 4, CD Projekt Red reported that Cyberpunk 2077 has surpassed 30 million copies sold since its launch in 2020. The game’s expansion, Phantom Liberty, which features actor Idris Elba in a prominent role, has also seen significant success, selling over eight million copies. Nowakowski expressed his satisfaction with these impressive figures, noting the strong and dedicated community that has formed around the Cyberpunk franchise.
The studio’s financial performance reflects this success, as it reported PLN 228 million (approximately $55.5 million) in revenue for Q3 2024. This revenue is attributed to the strong sales of Cyberpunk 2077, its expansion, and The Witcher 3. Looking ahead, CD Projekt Red plans to expand its reach by making Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion available to Mac users with Apple Silicon chips in the coming year. This move aims to attract a new audience and further boost sales for the popular title.
The Witcher 4 Details
Project Polaris was first announced in March 2022, with CD Projekt confirming that the game would utilize Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 5. The developer has indicated that this new installment will mark the beginning of a fresh saga within The Witcher universe, with plans to release all three games in the trilogy within six years of The Witcher 4’s launch.
While specific details about The Witcher 4 remain limited, it has been confirmed that the game will be a story-driven open-world RPG, building on the success of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Fans are eager to learn more about the narrative and gameplay mechanics, but the studio has yet to provide a release timeline. In a recent interview, Doug Cockle, the voice actor for Geralt of Rivia, revealed that Geralt would appear in The Witcher 4, though not as the central character. This hints at a new protagonist or storyline, which could offer a fresh perspective on the beloved universe. As anticipation builds, fans are left to speculate about the direction of the new trilogy and the adventures that await them.
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