CD Projekt Red: Ciri as the protagonist of The Witcher 4 is “organic and logical”

CD Projekt Red confirms Ciri will take center stage in The Witcher 4, a decision driven by narrative progression and the source material's established character arcs. Executive producer Malgorzata Mitrega explains that Geralt's story concluded in The Witcher 3, leaving Ciri, a richly developed character with immense potential, as the ideal protagonist. This allows for new creative avenues, unavailable with the already established Geralt.

Director Sebastian Kalemba highlights Ciri's younger age as a key factor, offering players greater freedom in shaping her character's development, a dynamic impossible with Geralt's established persona. Discussions regarding this protagonist shift began nearly a decade ago, underscoring CD Projekt Red's long-term vision for Ciri as Geralt's successor. The new challenges and perspectives Ciri faces promise an equally compelling narrative.

The decision enjoys the support of Geralt's voice actor, Doug Cockle, who acknowledges Ciri's significant potential as a lead character. While Geralt will feature in The Witcher 4, his role will be secondary, further emphasizing the shift in narrative focus.