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The Witcher 4 Studio’s Co-CEO “Has Doubts” If Generative AI is “The Path to Follow” to Make Games
CD Projekt co-CEO Michał Nowakowski expressed doubts about generative AI being the primary path for game development, despite acknowledging its use in productivity areas. He believes AI cannot create games like The Witcher 5 or 6. Other companies like Pocketpair also avoid generative AI, while Crystal Dynamics has used it in early development for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
CD Projekt Co-CEO Doesn’t Want to “Flood the Market” With Games: “Not Planning to Grow in That Way”
CD Projekt co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated the company does not plan to "flood the market" with games or grow by releasing titles annually. Instead, the focus remains on creating high-quality games and leveraging existing intellectual properties, including a remake of The Witcher 1 and new projects like Project Sirius and Project Hadar.
8 Open World Games to Finish Before GTA 6 Drops | TAG
This guide helps busy adults prioritize their open-world game backlogs before the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It suggests finishing Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 first, followed by Elden Ring if time permits, and offers triage rules for deciding which games to complete or abandon based on playtime and completion percentage.
Rykte: ett gratis Witcher-spel med co-op är på gång
A rumor suggests CD Projekt is developing a free-to-play Witcher game with co-op features for PC and mobile platforms. The game is reportedly set in the year 1230 and allows players to create and customize their own witcher, focusing on skillful combat and monster hunting.
Games Inbox: What is happening to Xbox and can it recover?
Readers express significant concern over the future of Xbox, citing massive layoffs, studio closures, and a perceived lack of direction from Microsoft. There is widespread pessimism about Xbox's ability to recover from its current struggles, with some suggesting it's past the point of no return. The discussion also touches on other gaming news, including the upcoming release of Forgotlings, the secrecy surrounding the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and opinions on Grand Theft Auto 5's themes.
New The Witcher spin-off in development claims report but not for consoles
A new free-to-play co-op action RPG set in The Witcher universe is reportedly in development, targeting PC and mobile platforms. This unannounced title is separate from The Witcher: Project Sirius and is rumored to be developed by Scopely, known for mobile games like Monopoly Go!. The game is said to be set in the year 1230 and will allow players to create and customize their own witcher.
Witcher devs' Project Hadar will make you feel all of the open-world emotions, a new job ad suggests, though sorry it still isn't a cosmic Japanese horror game
A new job listing suggests CD Projekt's mysterious Project Hadar will be an emotional, open-world experience. While not a cosmic horror game set in feudal Japan as previously speculated, the project aims to evoke strong emotions in players. CD Projekt joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that Hadar is currently an IP concept with prototyping underway, with a decision on full game development to be announced later.
CD Projekt's New IP, Project Hadar, Gets Extremely Vague Tease via Job Ad
CD Projekt has provided a vague tease for its new intellectual property, codenamed Project Hadar, through a recent job advertisement. While the company is currently prioritizing development on The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, this new IP is also in the works, with the job ad hinting at its potential characteristics.
CD Projekt Red's new mystery IP 'Hadar' is "an emotional, open-world experience" in line with the developer's Witcher and Cyberpunk games
CD Projekt Red's new mystery IP, codenamed Hadar, is being developed as an emotional, open-world experience, aligning with the studio's previous titles like The Witcher and Cyberpunk. The project is in its early stages with a small team, utilizing Unreal Engine for prototyping and live-testing mechanics. The studio is actively hiring for the project, indicating a ramp-up in development.
Witcher 3’s Blood And Wine Expansion Was Nearly Called Something Totally Different
CD Projekt's Pawel Sasko revealed that The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine expansion was initially internally codenamed 'Bells of Beauclair' before being renamed for its "captivating title." The discussion occurred around the expansion's 10th anniversary, highlighting the significant development effort involved. The article also briefly mentions Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion Phantom Liberty, as well as future Witcher titles.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Has Around 190 Developers, Mostly From Fool’s Theory
CD Projekt RED has announced that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, is in advanced production with approximately 190 developers, primarily from Fool's Theory. This expansion is expected to be comparable in scale to Blood and Wine and is slated for release in 2027 on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. CD Projekt RED is providing creative oversight to ensure the quality of the Witcher experience.
CD Projekt begins "most intensive phase" of Witcher 4, expands team to over 500 devs
CD Projekt has entered the most intensive phase of The Witcher 4 development, with a team of 513 developers working on the project. The company plans to release three new Witcher games over six years, with The Witcher 4 being the first. An upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3, titled Songs of the Past, has been delayed to 2025 to ensure a high-quality player experience.
The Witcher 3 sold another 5 million copies over the last year: 'This cements its place among the best-selling…
CD Projekt announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has sold an additional 5 million copies in the past year, bringing its total sales to over 65 million. This milestone cements its position as one of the best-selling video games of all time, surpassing Super Mario Bros. and nearing Terraria's sales figures.
The Witcher 4 is the work of over twice as many CD Projekt staff as The Witcher 3, in a fresh display of how blockbluster team sizes have ballooned
CD Projekt has revealed that over twice as many developers are working on The Witcher 4 compared to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with the current team size reaching 513. This figure is comparable to the development team for Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting the increasing scale of AAA game development.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Expansion 'Is, in a Way, a Prologue' for the Series' Future
CD Projekt has suggested that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will serve as a prologue for the future of the series, specifically setting the stage for The Witcher 4.
Witcher 3 surpasses 65m lifetime sales as CD Projekt announces third expansion
CD Projekt announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has surpassed 65 million lifetime sales, with its upcoming expansion, Songs of the Past, expected in 2027. The company reported a slight 6% increase in overall revenue for Q1, driven by a 36% rise in Witcher IP revenue, while Cyberpunk IP revenue declined. CD Projekt also highlighted its shift to parallel development on multiple projects and the success of including its titles on Xbox Game Pass.
The Witcher 4 Receiving an Expansion “Would Be Difficult” as CD Projekt Reaffirms Trilogy Plans
CD Projekt Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that expansions for The Witcher 4 are unlikely due to ambitious plans for a trilogy to be released within six years. The company is prioritizing the development of The Witcher 5 and The Witcher 6 following the initial release of The Witcher 4.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Isn’t a Witcher 4 “Prologue”, “Guided Demo” Possible for Gamescom
CD Projekt has clarified that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past is not a direct prologue to The Witcher 4, but rather a substantial expansion designed to reignite interest in the franchise. The expansion, similar in scope to Blood and Wine, is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. A "guided demo" is expected at Gamescom, with pricing details to be revealed later.
The Witcher 3 – Songs of the Past Originally Slated for 2026, Out in 2027 for “Best Possible Result”
CD Projekt has delayed the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion, Songs of the Past, from its original 2026 target to 2027. This decision was made to ensure the best possible consumer experience. The expansion is being co-developed by Fool's Theory and is expected to be comparable in scale to the Blood and Wine expansion.
'Proper big': The Witcher 3's new expansion will be 'closer to Blood and Wine' in scope
CD Projekt has confirmed that the upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will be a 'proper big expansion' with a scope closer to Blood and Wine. The studio clarified that it is not a DLC, distinguishing it from smaller, free content. Songs of the Past is slated for a 2027 release, with further details expected at Gamescom.
