Witcher 4 Boots Geralt from Lead Role According to VA

Geralt of Rivia's return in The Witcher 4 has been confirmed by voice actor Doug Cockle, but his role will be significantly different this time around. While the iconic Witcher will feature, the narrative focus will shift to new protagonists.

Geralt's Supporting Role in The Witcher 4

A New Chapter, A New Lead

Doug Cockle, in an interview with Fall Damage, confirmed Geralt's presence in The Witcher 4, but clarified that he won't be the central figure. Cockle stated that Geralt's involvement will be more of a supporting role, a departure from his protagonist status in previous installments. The exact extent of his appearance remains undisclosed.

The identity of the new protagonist remains a mystery, fueling speculation among fans. Cockle himself expressed excitement and curiosity about the new lead character.

Clues from the Teaser and Fan Theories

A Cat School medallion, visible in the Witcher 4 teaser trailer, hints at a possible connection to the School of the Cat, despite its decimation prior to The Witcher 3. Gwent card game lore suggests surviving members, fueling speculation about a potential protagonist from this school.

Another popular theory centers on Ciri, Geralt's adopted daughter. Her possession of a Cat School medallion in the books and the subtle use of a Cat medallion in place of Geralt's Wolf medallion during Ciri's gameplay segments in The Witcher 3 lends credence to this theory. However, the extent of Geralt's involvement remains unclear; some suggest a mentor-like role, while others predict limited appearances.

The Witcher 4's Development and Release Date

Game director Sebastian Kalemba, in an interview with Lega Nerd, highlighted the game's aim to attract new players while satisfying existing fans. The Witcher 4, codenamed Polaris, entered development in 2023, with a significant portion of CD Projekt Red's development team dedicated to the project. However, given the ambitious scope and the development of new Unreal Engine 5 technology, a release date is still several years away, as indicated by CEO Adam Kiciński in October 2022.