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CD Projekt Red has released a cinematic trailer for The Witcher 4, revealing the beginning of a new chapter in the legendary series. The game will be the first step in a new saga, where the main character will be Ciri, a professional monster hunter who embarks on a journey through a cruel and dark fantasy world.

What was shown in the trailer

In the video, created using Unreal Engine 5, her father addresses Tsiri, describing her as the "chosen one" who can overcome difficulties and fulfil her fateful destiny. The story revolves around a traditional ritual designed to save the village, but the situation spirals out of control.

The trailer's climax is accompanied by an eerie reminder:

There are no gods here, only monsters.

The scene ends with a dramatic moment that promises players a dark, deep story, typical of the The Witcher series.

What we know about the game

"The Witcher 4 is an open-world single-player game developed by CD PROJECT RED. Players will take on the role of Ciri, who embarks on a journey to become a professional monster hunter. The game promises to be the largest and deepest in the series, with a unique approach to exploring the dark fantasy world.

Built on the power of Unreal Engine 5, the game is expected to be the most ambitious in the franchise, with a highly immersive open world filled with dangers, monsters and difficult moral choices. In addition to the trailer, the developers have posted a desktop wallpaper image:

Production and collaboration

The developers collaborated with the Platige Image studio. It is a Polish studio founded in 1997 that specialises in computer graphics, 3D animation, and digital special effects for film, advertising, and video games. It is known for creating cinematic trailers for games such as The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, Cyberpunk 2077, and the Netflix series The Witcher. The studio has received over 280 awards, including BAFTAs and Oscar nominations. Platige Image has collaborated with Ferrari, LEGO and the Discovery Channel, and is skilled in technology and compelling storytelling. The studio also develops its own short films and series in the field of animation and digital special effects: "The Cathedral (2002), The Fall (2004) and Ways of Hate (2010).

Expectations.

"The Witcher 4 can claim to be one of the most anticipated releases in the world of gaming. CD PROJECT RED aims to raise the bar for RPGs, keeping the traditions of the series but adding large-scale innovations. The game will be a must-have for fans of both The Witcher and the entire RPG genre. New information will be posted on the game's official website.

Recently, we wrote that CD Projekt Red is actively working on games in the Witcher and Cyberpunk universes, and the company's profit grew by 90% in the first half of 2024. This week, Cyberpunk 2077 is four years old! In honour of this, CD Projekt RED has released a big festive update that will appeal to all fans of the game.