Fans eagerly awaiting The Witcher 4 will need to sharpen their swords and wait a bit longer, as CD Projekt RED has confirmed that the highly anticipated RPG sequel will not launch before 2027.
In a recent update, CD Projekt RED clarified their long-term development roadmap, highlighting the sheer scope and ambition behind the next chapter of Geralt’s legendary world. Despite widespread speculation and optimism about a nearer release, the studio has set expectations straight: The Witcher’s return is at least two more years away.
⏳ Why the Wait?
CD Projekt RED emphasized that the extended timeline is essential for meeting the ambitious scale and next-gen technological advancements planned for The Witcher 4. With Unreal Engine 5 powering the new title, developers are working diligently to craft a worthy successor to the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
The studio’s current focus is split between ongoing support for Cyberpunk 2077—including its sequel—and pre-production on the next Witcher installment. As a result, a full-scale development push on The Witcher 4 is yet to reach full momentum.
🗺️ What’s Next for the Witcher Franchise?
Although a lengthy wait lies ahead, the Witcher universe remains vibrant. CD Projekt RED recently announced The Witcher: The Bear and the Butterfly, a standalone graphic novel collaboration with Dark Horse, scheduled for release in April 2025. Additionally, Netflix continues to expand the universe with new seasons and spinoffs of its hit adaptation.
The studio assured fans that the long development cycle is intended to ensure the game achieves a level of quality that matches—or surpasses—fans’ high expectations, citing lessons learned from the challenging launch of Cyberpunk 2077.
