The Witcher 4 fans are on edge after CD Projekt Red shut down any hopes for a 2026 release. Many fear that history is repeating itself:
During its latest investor call, the company officially ruled out a 2026 release and realistically pointed to a 2027 launch instead.
The announcement raised serious concerns. After all, CDPR’s track record with long development cycles isn’t exactly spotless.
2024 was CD Projekt Red’s most profitable year, as Cyberpunk 2077, along with its Phantom Liberty expansion, generated record gains. The Witcher 3 remains a steady revenue stream, but CDPR isn’t releasing the next installment anytime soon.
CDPR CFO Piotr Nielubowicz explicitly stated that the game is still in full production but clarified that a 2026 release is off the table:
CDPR’s Dangerous Precedent With Long Development Cycles
The longer the wait, the higher the expectations. CDPR has already promised The Witcher 4 will be "the start of a new saga," but the company’s history suggests that extended development times don’t always lead to smooth releases.
It translates to immense pressure on CDPR to deliver a flawless game, especially after the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077. Even though this sci-fi epic has since recovered, the studio...
