The Witcher 4 Release Window Confirmed

Ahead of the festivities in Cologne, CD Projekt RED Joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski shared a personal update regarding the future of the beloved dark-fantasy saga. The headline announcement confirms that The Witcher 4 is officially targeting a launch window in 2028.

Currently being built on Unreal Engine 5 with over 500 developers attached to the project, the next mainline entry will feature Ciri taking the lead. However, fans hoping for a sneak peek in Cologne will have to wait a little longer. Nowakowski explicitly stated that The Witcher 4 will not be present at Gamescom 2026 in any capacity, as the team remains focused on full production.

The Witcher 3 Expansion Takes Center Stage

Despite the absence of the next saga, CD Projekt RED will still have a massive footprint at the event. The developer confirmed that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past, the game's third major story expansion set for a 2027 release, will be showcased during Gamescom Opening Night Live on Tuesday, August 25.

Players can expect extensive footage, gameplay reveals, and narrative details throughout the week, both at the Gamescom show floor and during CD Projekt RED's daily REDStreams.