It has been confirmed by the long-serving Geralt voice actor, Doug Cockle, that Geralt will indeed be returning in the upcoming sequel, The Witcher 4. However, Cockle hinted at Geralt playing a smaller role in the game. Speculations have long suggested that the focus of the next Witcher game will shift towards Geralt’s apprentice, Ciri, who became a fully-fledged Witcher by the end of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Cockle’s recent interview with Fall Damage, as reported by PC Gamer, reveals that The Witcher 4 will likely explore Ciri’s journey as she embraces her new role as a Witcher.
In his interview, Cockle mentioned that while Geralt will be a part of The Witcher 4, the game won’t center around him. This indicates that Ciri will be taking the spotlight in the upcoming installment. Although Cockle admitted to not having read any script yet, his involvement in the development of the game suggests that he has valuable insight into the direction the story may take. With CD Projekt currently working on The Witcher 4, it seems inevitable that Geralt’s role will be more of a supporting nature as the focus shifts to Ciri.
Given the events of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Ciri emerges as the most likely candidate to lead The Witcher 4. After a significant character development arc and high-stakes quests in her journey to becoming a Witcher, it would be a disservice not to further explore Ciri’s story. While there is a possibility of introducing a new character to take the lead, thematically, Ciri’s position as the new main character aligns well with the narrative progression of the franchise.
With Geralt’s story arc seemingly coming to a close in Wild Hunt, where he made choices regarding his companions and settled down, it is plausible that The Witcher 4 will showcase a semi-retired Geralt in a reduced capacity. Having fought for the freedom of kingdoms over three games, Geralt’s story may shift towards a more supportive role as Ciri steps into the forefront. While the specifics of Geralt’s involvement are yet to be revealed, it is clear that his role will be different from his previous adventures.
While Geralt will make a return in The Witcher 4, it is apparent that the focus of the game will lie on Ciri’s journey as a fully-fledged Witcher. With Geralt likely taking on a supporting role, the upcoming installment of the beloved franchise promises to delve deeper into Ciri’s character and the challenges she faces. As fans eagerly await The Witcher 4, the anticipation for the next chapter in the series continues to grow, with Ciri poised to lead the way into uncharted territories within the rich world of The Witcher.
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