The Witcher 4

The Witcher 4 is the next mainline Witcher game from CD PROJEKT RED. It begins a new saga and follows Ciri as the lead character. The game is a single-player open-world RPG built in Unreal Engine 5. It aims to be the most ambitious Witcher game yet.

About the Game

The Witcher 4 is a single-player open-world RPG set in a brutal dark-fantasy world. CD PROJEKT RED has positioned it as the start of a new saga rather than a direct continuation of Geralt’s story. Furthermore, official materials and trailers show Ciri taking centre stage as a professional monster slayer. That shift gives the game a fresh identity while keeping it rooted in the series’ established tone.

The reveal trailer showed Ciri taking on a witcher contract in a remote village. The setting suggests a harsher world shaped by old rituals and local fear. Additionally, the game is being developed with Unreal Engine 5 technology. CD PROJEKT RED has also shown an early UE5 tech demo with Epic Games, but that demo was not gameplay footage. As a result, the public still has only a limited picture of the final game.

Key Features

Ciri Takes the Lead

Ciri is confirmed as the protagonist. That makes this game the first major Witcher title to move away from Geralt as the lead. Furthermore, her role opens the door to a different kind of story and combat identity. The game can explore her power, her history, and her independence in a way the earlier trilogy could not.

A New Witcher Saga

This is not a standalone sequel. It starts a new trilogy in the Witcher universe. Moreover, CD PROJEKT RED has said the game will build on the legacy of The Witcher 3 while telling a new story. That gives the project a clear long-term direction and a much larger narrative role.

Unreal Engine 5 Development

The Witcher 4 is being built with Unreal Engine 5. CD PROJEKT RED and Epic Games have already shown early technology work for the game. Furthermore, that partnership suggests a major visual and technical leap over the previous trilogy. The public demo focused on technology rather than final gameplay, so the final look may still change.

Open-World Monster Slaying

The game remains an open-world RPG at its core. Players will explore, fight monsters, and complete contracts in a dark fantasy setting. In addition, the trailer and official descriptions suggest a strong focus on atmosphere and worldbuilding. That keeps it close to the series’ identity while moving into a new era.

Games Like This

Similar Game	Key Difference	Best For
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt	The Witcher 3 uses Geralt as the main character and tells the end of his story. The Witcher 4 starts a new saga with Ciri instead.	Players who want a huge open-world RPG with rich quests, monster contracts, and strong character writing.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard	Dragon Age: The Veilguard focuses more on party-based fantasy adventure. The Witcher 4 is a more grounded, solitary monster-slayer experience.	Players who want story-driven fantasy RPGs with cinematic presentation and strong worldbuilding.
Horizon Forbidden West	Horizon Forbidden West mixes exploration with machine hunting in a post-apocalyptic setting. The Witcher 4 stays in medieval dark fantasy and uses a more narrative-heavy approach.	Players who enjoy large open worlds, strong protagonist focus, and combat against dangerous creatures.

Game Details

Developer: CD PROJEKT RED
Publisher: CD PROJEKT
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Series: The Witcher
Genre: Single-player, Open-World RPG
Engine: Unreal Engine 5
Protagonist: Ciri
Status: In development
Release Date: Not announced

System Requirements

CD PROJEKT RED has not released official PC system requirements yet. That means any specific hardware list you see online is still speculation. The game is in development, so the final requirements will likely depend on how far the team pushes Unreal Engine 5. For now, only the engine and platform targets are confirmed.