**CD Projekt Red Plans Three Witcher Sequels Within Six Years**
CD Projekt Red (CDPR), the Polish video game developer known for The Witcher series, has announced plans to release three new Witcher games over the next six years. The announcement came on December 1, 2025, just days after the ten-year anniversary of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The studio confirmed it is now using Unreal Engine 5 to develop the upcoming titles, which it says will help reduce development time.
In a recent statement, CDPR officials explained that switching from their older proprietary engine, REDengine, to Unreal Engine 5 has streamlined game development. They say this change allows teams to focus more on story-building and less on technical issues. This new setup will reportedly support multiple teams working on different games at the same time.
Despite no recent Witcher game releases since Blood and Wine, the 2016 expansion to The Witcher 3, CDPR says fan interest remains high. The company also stated that development of the next Witcher game, code-named Polaris, is progressing well. It will serve as the first game in a planned new trilogy based within the Witcher universe.
The announcement comes at a time when CDPR is recovering from earlier criticism connected to Cyberpunk 2077’s troubled launch in 2020. Over the past few years, the company has released major updates and a successful expansion pack for Cyberpunk, leading to a significant improvement in its reputation.
CDPR executives say their new plans reflect lessons learned in the past. By sharing these early plans, they hope to keep fans informed and manage expectations more effectively. They aim to release the three Witcher games within six years, a much faster pace compared to the time it took to develop past titles in the franchise.
The studio has not shared official release dates or gameplay details yet. However, the use of Unreal Engine 5 suggests the games will focus on high-quality graphics and large open worlds. CDPR intends to keep fans updated with future announcements as development continues.
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