Fans are divided after CD Projekt Red revealed Ciri as the star of The Witcher 4.
While some players are excited about this new direction, others remain skeptical or openly critical. In response, Jan Hermanowicz and other CDPR developers are asking the community not to rush to judgment before experiencing the game firsthand.
Hermanowicz points out that players need to play the game themselves to understand Ciri’s character and story truly. The studio revealed a few glimpses of Ciri’s emotional range and traits but says there’s a lot more depth coming with ongoing development.
How Does Ciri’s Story Mark a New Era in the Series?
The change from Geralt to Ciri as the main character marks a clear generational shift based on the story Sapkowski wrote.
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+ 3CDPR’s Hermanowicz and others point out that the story gradually moves from Geralt’s eyes to Ciri’s, a purposeful move made years ago to keep fans interested.
Veteran Geralt voice actor Doug Cockle stands behind the decision and tells players who question it to dive into the books to grasp Ciri’s true role in the Witcher world.
What Creative Liberties Could CDPR Take With the Lore?
Many fans doubt Ciri can work as a Witcher because of the canonical rules about mutations and her unique powers, raising concerns about lore and gameplay mechanics.
click to enlarge + 3CDPR sees these concerns but plans to use creative freedom to reinterpret or add to the lore within the story. The devs believe players will really connect with Ciri’s story once the full game drops.
The community’s reaction is all over the place, partly because of their love for Geralt and partly due to resistance to change. Still, CDPR’s message hasn’t changed: wait until The Witcher 4 is playable before making judgments.
Hermanowicz points out that first impressions from trailers or early reveals don’t show the full experience, and many criticisms might disappear once the game’s story and gameplay are fully revealed.
How Far Off Is the Launch Likely to Be?
The Witcher 4 is likely years from launch, yet CDPR remains firm on continuing with this story shift.
click to enlarge + 3The game builds upon earlier installments and introduces new angles through Ciri’s point of view. The commitment to storytelling and belief in Ciri’s lead role suggest that initial skepticism will fade after players get into the full game.
CD Projekt Red basically wants fans to keep an open mind about The Witcher 4. They feel that Ciri’s story builds naturally on the franchise’s lore and expect players to grasp the depth and innovation behind it once the game is released.
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