CD Projekt Red has officially targeted 2028 for The Witcher 4's launch, the studio announced ahead of Gamescom. Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski delivered the news via a social media video, framing the extended development window as necessary to deliver a worthwhile sequel. The announcement arrived alongside the studio's plans for its Gamescom presence, though specific details about what will be shown remain unclear from the available information.
The 2028 window represents a substantial gap following Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch and the years spent stabilizing that title. CD Projekt Red has emphasized patience, suggesting the additional development time reflects the studio's commitment to the franchise's next chapter rather than a delay announcement per se.
- CD Projekt Red officially locked a 2028 release window for The Witcher 4, with leadership emphasizing the wait will prove justified.
- The announcement came via social media video from joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski ahead of Gamescom, where the studio plans further reveals.
- The timeline provides breathing room after Cyberpunk 2077's recovery efforts, signaling the developer's intent to avoid repeating past missteps.
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TechRadar Gaming
· Aug 25, 12:38 UTC
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· Aug 25, 10:50 UTC
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· Aug 25, 09:59 UTC
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· Aug 25, 01:50 UTC
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· Aug 24, 17:45 UTC
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· Aug 24, 17:13 UTC
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· Aug 24, 16:39 UTC
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· Aug 24, 16:24 UTC
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· Aug 24, 16:21 UTC
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· Aug 24, 16:05 UTC
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· Aug 24, 15:59 UTC
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"Let the team cook"
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· Aug 24, 15:56 UTC
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· Aug 24, 15:56 UTC
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· Aug 24, 15:45 UTC
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· Aug 24, 11:17 UTC
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