CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has announced The Witcher 4, promising the most immersive and ambitious entry in the series yet. Executive producer Małgorzata Mitręga confirmed Ciri's starring role, a destiny hinted at from the franchise's inception. This article delves into Ciri's ascension and Geralt's well-deserved retirement.
A New Era for Witchers
Ciri Takes Center Stage
CDPR aims to surpass previous achievements with The Witcher 4, describing it as the most immersive open-world Witcher game to date. Director Sebastian Kalemba highlighted the incorporation of lessons learned from Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
The cinematic trailer showcased Ciri, Geralt's adopted daughter, inheriting his mantle as a Witcher. Story director Tomasz Marchewka revealed that Ciri's central role was planned from the outset, emphasizing her complex character and rich storytelling potential.
While fans loved Ciri's overwhelming power in The Witcher 3, Mitręga hints at a shift in her abilities, describing her as "nerfed" in this iteration. She teased a significant event between games, while Kalemba assured fans of in-game clarity. Despite this adjustment, Mitręga emphasizes that Ciri retains the essence of Geralt's training, showcasing speed and agility while maintaining a recognizable style.
Geralt's Well-Earned Rest
With Ciri taking the lead, Geralt's time for peaceful retirement has arrived. Information from Andrzej Sapkowski's novel, Rozdroże kruków, reveals Geralt's age, challenging previous fan assumptions. His age in The Witcher 3 places him well into his sixties, suggesting he'll be in his seventies or nearing eighty in The Witcher 4.
Witcher lore allows for lifespans up to a century, but the demanding lifestyle often shortens their lives. This revelation surprised some fans who previously believed Geralt to be much older.
