A New Saga Begins
Code-named Project Polaris, The Witcher 4 marks the beginning of a brand-new trilogy in CD Projekt Red’s acclaimed dark fantasy RPG universe. Moving away from Geralt of Rivia as the main protagonist, Polaris opens up exciting new witcher schools and unexplored territories.
Engine Upgrade: Unreal Engine 5 Collaboration
CD Projekt Red partnered directly with Epic Games to build custom open-world extensions into Unreal Engine 5. This shift provides incredible environmental foliage density, instant high-fidelity streaming, and fluid real-time combat mechanics without sacrificing narrative choice depth.
Key Features to Expect
- New Witcher School: Teased Lynx Medallion hints at custom witcher combat styles and spellcraft systems.
- Expanded World Building: Uncharted northern kingdoms filled with intricate monster hunting contracts.
- Refined Choice & Consequence: Deeper moral ambiguity branching paths with lasting world impact.