Evolution of Video Game Industry in Poland

The renowned game developer, CD Projekt RED, is shifting its creative efforts towards a new project related to the popular Witcher series. The team behind The Witcher 4 has expanded to over 400 developers and is planning to commence full production later this year. The upcoming game, codenamed Polaris, will kick off a new trilogy, expanding upon the universe presented in the previous Witcher installments.

Descriptive sentence regarding the new project: Polaris represents the pinnacle of our creative efforts. While still in the pre-production phase, we aim to initiate production in the latter half of the year, stated Michal Nowakowski, co-CEO of CD Projekt.

In a recent development, the company has established a new Shared Services team to act as a bridge between development teams and the tools and efficiencies introduced by utilizing the Unreal Engine 5. Currently, half of this team is dedicated to the needs of the Polaris project, with this allocation subject to change as other projects progress.

Furthermore, CD Projekt confirmed that the sales of Cyberpunk 2077 have exceeded $750 million across all platforms, including the success of Phantom Liberty.

Forge of New Paths in Polish Video Game Sector

The video game industry in Poland stands as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the economy. As per the report by the Polish Institute of Digital Economy, the value of the video game market in Poland reached nearly 2.5 billion Polish Zloty in 2020. It is anticipated that this value will continue its ascent in the years to come.

Forecasts for the Video Game Market

Market forecasts suggest that the global value of the video game market is poised to surpass $300 billion by 2025. The surge in the popularity of mobile platforms and esports, the advancement of virtual reality technology, and on-demand gaming are the primary factors propelling the growth of this sector.

Challenges for the Video Game Industry

Despite its rapid growth, the Polish video game industry faces challenges. One of the issues is the lack of adequate financial support for Polish developers, especially small and medium-sized firms. The shortage of professionals in game production and the competition with large international companies also pose challenges for the domestic sector.

Related Links:
– CD Projekt News
– Report by Polish Institute of Digital Economy

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