The Witcher 4 is aiming for a 2028 release as CD Projekt Red ramps up development
CD Projekt Red has confirmed a 2028 window for The Witcher 4, with The Witcher 3 returning first through the new Songs of the Past expansion next year.
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 4 will release in 2028. Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski revealed the release window during a video for The Witcher's official social media accounts ahead of Gamescom. The game is currently being developed by over 500 developers and is described as the company's biggest and most ambitious project yet.
The next mainline entry in the Witcher series will follow Ciri as the protagonist, building upon her introduction as the lead character in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. While fans can look forward to The Witcher 4, they will have to wait until 2027 for a new expansion titled Songs of the Past. This expansion will be showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25 and during the show.
The release is set to arrive right in the middle of a significant issue in console gaming - Sony's decision to stop producing physical game discs for new PlayStation releases starting in January 2028. CD Projekt Red has not confirmed whether The Witcher 4 will receive a physical release or its final platform lineup, but it is expected to be released on PlayStation in 2028.
However, physical disc versions for this game look unlikely under Sony's new policy. On the bright side, players on PC can rejoice, as GOG has confirmed that future CD Projekt Red games will continue to launch on their storefront, ensuring a DRM-free release for The Witcher 4.
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