Fans of The Witcher saga were in for a shock whenHenry Cavillannounced that he would be leaving his role as Geralt of Riva in the Netflix series. But the sadness could be tempered by some exciting news: CD Projekt Red has officially confirmed thatThe Witcher 4is in the works. This game will not just be a standalone project, but the start of a new trilogy. Although many are already speculating which new characters could take center stage, one thing seems clear – Geralt of Riva will no longer be the central character.
The development studio has made it clear that Geralt’s story is complete withThe Witcher 3and its expansions. Information so far suggests thatThe Witcher 4will focus on new heroes and stories, with Geralt taking on more of a supporting role. Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt, confirmed in an interview that the Witcher will appear in the new game, but will no longer take center stage. This opens up the opportunity to experience the Witcher universe from a fresh perspective.
Ciri in the spotlight? New speculation about the protagonist
One of the most exciting questions for fans remains who will take on the lead role in the new trilogy. Many suspect that Ciri, Geralt’s foster daughter, could be the new protagonist. This theory makes sense, as Ciri already played a central role inThe Witcher 3and her story is deeply rooted in the lore of the Witcher universe. Should she indeed become the main character, CD Projekt Redwould have to establish one of the endings of The Witcher 3as canonical to build the story around.
No matter how the story unfolds, the possibility of Geralt continuing to be present in some form offers comfort to fans. Whether as a mentor, an ally, or in a new role, his presence could create a seamless transition between the old and new trilogies. While the world eagerly awaits further details, one thing is certain: the Witcher saga is entering an exciting new phase in which old legends make way for fresh adventures.
