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"We learned our lesson": The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 won't repeat the development mistakes of Cyberpunk…
CD Projekt Red developers state that The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 will avoid the development pitfalls of Cyberpunk 2077 by improving their documentation processes. The studio has learned from past issues, particularly with the Witcher remake and Phantom Liberty DLC, by centralizing knowledge and improving collaboration between teams.
Narrative lead of Destiny 2's best expansion joins The Witcher multiplayer game Project Sirius at CD Projekt Red
Kwan Perng, a narrative lead on Destiny 2's The Final Shape expansion, has joined CD Projekt Red as the lead writer for the upcoming multiplayer game, Project Sirius. Perng previously worked on Destiny 2 expansions and Guild Wars 2: End of Dragons. Project Sirius is one of several Witcher-related projects in development at CD Projekt Red.
The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 Studio “Learned Our Lesson” From Previously Poor Documentation
CD Projekt RED has learned from past documentation issues with Cyberpunk 2077 and is implementing improved processes for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2. The studio aims to create shared, accessible documentation across teams to avoid duplicated efforts and ensure knowledge preservation, a stark contrast to the lack of documentation for The Witcher 1 and 2 and the chaotic system used for Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion.
CD Projekt Red has enlisted Destiny 2: The Final Shape's narrative lead for The Witcher multiplayer spin-off Project Sirius
CD Projekt Red has hired Kwan Perng, narrative lead for Destiny 2: The Final Shape, as the lead writer for their multiplayer Witcher spin-off, Project Sirius. Perng previously worked on Guild Wars 2 and Last Epoch. The project was rebooted in 2023 and is now being developed by CD Projekt Red after absorbing The Molasses Flood.
Focus Grove releases on June 1st
Focus Grove, a cozy work companion game developed by Little Lantern, is set to release on Steam on June 1st, 2026. The game aims to help players manage their work and lives better by growing a woodland farm alongside real-life progress. The development team includes former employees from CD Projekt RED, Techland, and One More Level.
Sorry GTA 6, but I’m more excited about these 5 sequels (and a wildcard)
This article expresses excitement for several upcoming game sequels, arguing they hold more promise than Grand Theft Auto 6 due to potentially more manageable expectations. It highlights anticipated titles from FromSoftware, CD Projekt Red, Larian Studios, and Sandfall Interactive, praising their past work and potential for innovation. The author also touches on the industry's current trend of hype generation versus genuine surprise.
Wildcard Wishlist: 14 games we're desperate to see at Summer Game Fest 2026
This article outlines a wishlist of 14 games the GamesRadar+ team hopes to see announced or receive updates on at Summer Game Fest 2026. The list includes highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, The Witcher 4, and The Elder Scrolls 6, alongside more speculative wishes for unrevealed games such as Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe and Persona 6.
The Best PC Games To Play In 2026
This guide highlights the best PC games available in 2026, spanning various genres and including both recent releases and enduring live-service titles. The list emphasizes games that run well on PC, with considerations for hardware and accessibility, and notes that many titles are also playable on devices like the Steam Deck.
CD Projekt RED’s Project Sirius Recruits Destiny 2: The Final Shape Narrative Lead
Kwan Perng, known for his narrative work on Destiny 2: The Final Shape, has joined CD Projekt RED's Boston team as lead writer for Project Sirius, a multiplayer spin-off of The Witcher. Perng's hiring suggests potential progress for the project, which has faced development challenges and a significant reboot. While details remain scarce, his involvement indicates a renewed focus on storytelling within The Witcher universe for Project Sirius.
The Witcher 2 never made the jump to PlayStation, and I feel bad for those who've never experienced it
This opinion piece reflects on the enduring quality of The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, fifteen years after its release. The author laments that the game never received a PlayStation port, making it a missed opportunity for Sony console owners, and highlights its foundational role in the development of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
We'll Never See Another Game Like The Witcher 2: Assassins Of Kings Again
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, released fifteen years ago, represents a unique moment in gaming history that is unlikely to be replicated. Its ambitious design, featuring a significant choice that locked players out of a quarter of the game's content, is a risk few developers would take today due to increased development costs and publisher risk aversion. This approach to player choice and mid-tier game development is contrasted with modern trends towards either massive open-world games or smaller, more focused indie titles.
I've been pixelating things again for our latest quiz—this time you have to guess which 10 videogame…
This article presents a quiz where readers must identify 10 videogame characters based on pixelated images. It mentions that the quiz covers a variety of game styles and genres, aiming to be challenging but accessible to regular readers of PC Gamer. The article also links to other quizzes on the site and encourages reader participation in the comments.
BioShock Creator: Switch 2 Proves Graphics Have Reached "Diminishing Returns"
BioShock creator Ken Levine believes that hardware like the Nintendo Switch 2 and Valve's upcoming Steam Machine indicate a point of diminishing returns for graphical realism in video games. He argues that stylized visuals age better than ultra-realistic graphics, which are also more expensive to develop and don't necessarily enhance the player experience.
10 Best Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 RPGs to play in 2026
This guide rounds up the best role-playing games available on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, focusing on titles playable on the new console. It highlights games like Octopath Traveler 0, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, detailing their unique features and why they are recommended for RPG fans.
10 Best RPGs on Steam to play in 2026
This article lists and describes ten of the best role-playing games available on Steam, suitable for playing in 2026. It highlights titles such as Baldur's Gate 3, Disco Elysium, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Fallout: New Vegas, detailing their unique features, gameplay mechanics, and suitability for platforms like the Steam Deck.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2’s Former Senior Game Designer Joins CD Projekt RED
CD Projekt RED has hired Zdeněk Glatz, the former Senior Game Designer and writer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, as a Senior Open World Designer. Glatz spent eight years at Warhorse Studios. This move is part of CD Projekt RED's ongoing expansion of its development teams for upcoming titles like The Witcher 4 and a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077.
10 Best real-time combat RPGs if you don't like waiting your turn
This article lists and describes ten of the best real-time combat RPGs for players who prefer action over turn-based mechanics. The list includes titles like Elden Ring, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, and Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin, highlighting their unique combat systems and gameplay vibes. Each entry is evaluated based on its combat complexity, build customization, and overall player experience.
Yet another Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 lead joins CD Projekt Red as it juggles development on The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk…
CD Projekt Red has hired Zdeněk Glatz, a former senior designer and writer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, as a senior open world designer. This follows a trend of CD Projekt Red acquiring talent from other studios, including developers from Baldur's Gate 3 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Glatz is expected to work on The Witcher 4 or Cyberpunk 2077.
The 7 best Witcher games to play in 2026, ranked
This article ranks the best games in The Witcher franchise, focusing on titles available on modern platforms. The list includes mainline RPGs, spin-offs like Thronebreaker and Gwent, and narrative adventures such as Reigns: The Witcher, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt topping the ranking.
Can you identify 10 games I've turned into pixelated messes?
This article presents a quiz where players must identify 10 popular video games based on heavily pixelated screenshots. The quiz utilizes the free tool Pixel Art Village to create the distorted images, challenging players' knowledge of game visuals and trivia. Hints are available for those who get stuck.
