CD Projekt Red has provided an official update on the future of its flagship series, confirming that The Witcher 4 is currently targeting a 2028 release window. The announcement arrived as part of a briefing ahead of Gamescom 2026, where the studio emphasized that the project is still several years from completion.
Quick Facts
- Target Release: 2028
- Developer: CD Projekt Red
- Gamescom Presence: The Witcher 4 will not appear at the event; the studio is instead focusing on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past.
While the 2028 window provides a clearer timeline for the next entry in the franchise, the studio noted that a specific release date remains unannounced. The team stated that the extended development time is necessary to ensure the final product meets the expectations established by the series.
The studio also clarified that The Witcher 4 will not have a presence at Gamescom 2026. Instead, the developer is shifting its focus toward The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past. This new expansion for the previous title is scheduled for a 2027 release and will be featured during Gamescom Opening Night Live and subsequent REDStreams.