At The Game Awards, fans were thrilled to catch a glimpse of The Witcher 4 through its first teaser trailer.
Sebastian Kalemba, the director, has unveiled fascinating details about this next chapter, diving into the scenes of the teaser. He explained that the events showcased are integral to The Witcher 4’s storyline, not just crafted for the trailer. The drama unfolds in a remote village called Stromford, where Witchers aren’t typically needed for monster hunts. Here, a young girl named Mioni is chosen as a sacrifice to the monsters.
Mioni isn’t just a pawn for her family and neighbors; Ciri uses her as well. By letting Mioni sing a special song, Ciri lures the fearsome Bauk. But Ciri refuses to gamble with Mioni’s life beyond that, so she sends her away before the showdown with the creature starts. Sadly, when Ciri returns victorious, she finds Mioni has been killed by her own people. Kalemba hints at alternate paths, suggesting players might find a way to save Mioni or face the dilemma of sparing the Bauk to ensure her safety.
Sometimes, we wonder if the choices we make in games reflect what we would do in real life.
In other news, the challenging journey of developing Cyberpunk 2077 has taught CD Projekt Red valuable lessons. These lessons are shaping how The Witcher 4 is being crafted, promising it to be “bigger and better” than its predecessors. Though the release date remains a mystery, the team has expanded to over 400 developers, pushing the project into full gear.
