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CD Projekt Believes Its “Redemption Arc” is Incomplete, Wants to Win Back Fans With The Witcher 4
CD Projekt RED's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the company's redemption arc following Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch is not yet complete, despite significant improvements and the success of the Phantom Liberty expansion. He expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, will fully regain lost fan trust. The company plans to focus on developing high-quality games rather than releasing many titles annually, with The Witcher 4 not expected before 2027.
CD Projekt Red co-CEO admits it "indefinitely" "lost the faith" of some fans after Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt Red's co-CEO Michał Nowakowski admits the studio has not yet fully regained the trust of all fans following the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077. He expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, will help rebuild that faith, though the company's focus remains on making high-quality games rather than releasing them annually.
CD Projekt Red boss believes some fans were forever burned by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: 'I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people indefinitely'
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077 permanently alienated some players, despite the game's eventual redemption through patches and the Phantom Liberty expansion. He hopes future titles like The Witcher 4 will help regain lost trust. The studio aims to become a more prolific developer without releasing a major title annually.
Joint The Witcher 4 and CD Projekt Red CEO says fully AI-generated games are coming, but he has "some doubts whether this is really the path to follow"
CD Projekt Red's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski believes fully AI-generated games are inevitable but expressed doubts about this being the optimal path for game development. He noted that while AI studios can rapidly prototype and launch games, he questions the long-term viability and artistic merit of such titles, emphasizing the importance of 'soul' and fresh ideas in a crowded market.
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.
CD Projekt Red's CEO still thinks they need to finish their post-Cyberpunk redemption arc, and he's hoping The Witcher 4 will help
CD Projekt Red CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the studio has not fully completed its redemption arc following the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077, despite its eventual success. He hopes that The Witcher 4 and future titles will help regain lost player trust. Nowakowski also stated that CD Projekt Red does not aim to become a studio that releases a major game annually, preferring to focus on quality over quantity.
The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077 studio wants to make more games without turning CDPR into a company "that's going to be launching a big game every year"
CD Projekt RED CEO Michał Nowakowski stated that the studio aims to release games more frequently without becoming a company that launches a major title every year. While they have a ten-year plan, the goal is not to flood the market but to create high-quality games, potentially releasing three Witcher games and a Cyberpunk sequel within the next six years.
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CD Projekt Red's Co-CEO expressed hope that the upcoming game, The Witcher 4, will succeed in winning back players following the launch of Cyberpunk 2077. The company aims to rebuild player trust with its next major title.
CD Projekt Red Co-CEO Hopes Witcher 4 Wins Back Players After 'Heartbreaking' Cyberpunk 2077 Launch
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski hopes The Witcher 4 can help the studio regain player trust following the difficult launch of Cyberpunk 2077. He acknowledges that the company has not yet achieved a full redemption arc but believes the upcoming title can win back fans.
CDPR boss hopes The Witcher 4 wins back fans still put off by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: "I'm not 100 percent convinced we went through the full redemption arc"
CD Projekt Red's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski hopes The Witcher 4 can help regain fans lost due to Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch, acknowledging that some trust may be permanently damaged. Despite Cyberpunk 2077's subsequent success and numerous updates, Nowakowski believes the studio has not yet achieved a full redemption arc and aims to win back players with future titles.
CD Projekt reportedly has a second multiplayer Witcher game in development that's free-to-play and coming to mobile and PC
A new report suggests CD Projekt Red is developing a separate, free-to-play multiplayer Witcher game distinct from Project Sirius. This new title is reportedly a co-op action-RPG set during Geralt's younger years, targeting PC and mobile platforms. It will feature monster contracts, a skill-based combat system, and customizable witcher characters.
The Witcher Co-op Game in Development for PC and Mobile – Rumor
A rumor suggests CD Projekt RED is developing a free-to-play co-op game set in The Witcher universe for PC, iOS, and Android. The title, reportedly set in the year 1230, will feature players taking on monster contracts with skill-based combat and potion brewing. CD Projekt RED is also working with Fool's Theory on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt expansion 'Songs of the Past,' which has been delayed to a 2027 release.
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.
Details Of The Witcher Free-To-Play Multiplayer Game Emerge
Details have emerged regarding a free-to-play multiplayer game set in The Witcher universe, codenamed Project Sirius. This project is being developed by CD Projekt Red, adding to the brand's extensive upcoming content which includes The Witcher 4 and an expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream: Join our liveblog for all the main show and Day of the Devs announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 will feature a combined livestream event including the main showcase and Day of the Devs. Expected announcements include Star Wars: Zero Company, Clutch, Soulframe, Among Us, and potential updates on The Witcher 4 and Persona 6. The event will also highlight indie titles like Prove You're Human and Dreadmoor.
The Witcher, Cyberpunk Dev's Mysterious 'Hadar' Is an 'Immersive' and 'Emotional' Open World Game
CD Projekt Red is actively hiring for its unannounced open-world game, codenamed 'Hadar', described as an immersive and emotional experience. While The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 are current priorities, 'Hadar' is progressing with 24 developers assigned, a number expected to grow.
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.
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CD Projekt Red has announced a new intellectual property called Hadar, described as an emotional, open-world experience. This new title is mentioned alongside other upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2.
Like The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2, CD Projekt Red's new IP Hadar is "an emotional, open-world…
CD Projekt Red has revealed more details about its new open-world IP, codenamed Project Hadar, describing it as an "emotional, open-world experience." The studio is actively hiring for roles to develop the game, which is being built in Unreal Engine. While a small team is currently dedicated to Hadar, CD Projekt Red also has significant development underway for The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2, and Project Sirius.
