Ciri Set to Lead in The Witcher 4: A Natural Choice

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Ciri will take center stage in the eagerly anticipated The Witcher 4, marking a pivotal evolution in the series' storyline. According to executive producer Malgorzata Mitrega, the transition from Geralt to Ciri is a thoughtful progression that aligns with both the game series' development and the narrative arc of Andrzej Sapkowski's original works.

Mitrega highlighted that with Geralt's saga reaching its conclusion in The Witcher 3, it's a perfect juncture to shift focus to Ciri, a character brimming with untapped potential. Having been intricately developed in both the books and the games, Ciri's depth and complexity offer a wealth of creative avenues for the developers to explore. Director Sebastian Kalemba pointed out that Ciri's younger age provides players with greater flexibility in shaping her character, an opportunity that was limited with the well-established Geralt.

It's noteworthy that the idea of shifting the protagonist to Ciri was in discussion nearly a decade ago, underscoring CD Projekt Red's long-term vision of her as Geralt's natural successor. Kalemba further elaborated that the new challenges and perspectives Ciri will encounter are set to forge an equally epic new saga.

Doug Cockle, the voice behind Geralt, has endorsed this shift, praising Ciri's vast potential as a lead character. While Geralt will still make an appearance in the new game, he will no longer be the central figure, thereby accentuating the fresh narrative perspective that Ciri brings to The Witcher 4.