CD Projekt to Begin Production on New Game in the “Witcher” Series
CD Projekt, the Polish developer responsible for the highly successful “Witcher” series, has announced plans to enter the production phase of their next game in the franchise this year. In an interview with Reuters, Adam Badowski, the newly appointed co-CEO of the company, revealed that CD Projekt aims to hire approximately 400 people for the project by mid-year.
The new project, titled “Polaris,” will be a trilogy that expands upon the medieval fantasy universe of “The Witcher.” Since the release of the first game in 2007, “The Witcher” series has sold over 75 million copies, establishing itself as a beloved and popular franchise.
While CD Projekt has not provided a specific release date for the first game of this project, analysts anticipate it to be between 2026 and 2027. Consequently, the company does not plan to release any major games in the upcoming years.
Following the problematic launch of “Cyberpunk 2077” at the end of 2020, CD Projekt has been focused on transforming the studio. They have announced numerous new games, and in October, it was revealed that “Cyberpunk” sales had exceeded 25 million copies.
Adam Badowski also mentioned that work is underway on the continuation of “Cyberpunk,” codenamed “Orion.” The conceptual phase of this project involves approximately 80 people, and CD Projekt expects the development to continue until the end of the year.
Michał Nowakowski, the other co-CEO of CD Projekt, stated that the company is considering introducing multiplayer elements but is not yet ready to disclose any details. He also mentioned that the pressure on salaries has decreased, and they expect employment in Polish studios to be “relatively small.” Simultaneously, the company plans to continue expanding their studio in North America.
Moreover, CD Projekt has established a team dedicated to exploring the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in game production. They believe that AI can aid in improving certain processes, though it will not replace human involvement.
In conclusion, Adam Badowski emphasized that the company has learned important lessons from the release of “Cyberpunk 2077” and now has better control over the entire game production process. He stated, “We believe that in the future, we will avoid a release like the one we had with ‘Cyberpunk 2077’.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is “The Witcher”?
“The Witcher” is a popular series of computer games created by Polish developer CD Projekt. They are based on a fantasy novel series written by Andrzej Sapkowski. The first game in the series was released in 2007.
Who is CD Projekt?
CD Projekt is a Polish developer and publisher of computer games. They are best known for creating the “Witcher” series. The company also owns the popular digital distribution platform, GOG.com.
What is “Polaris”?
“Polaris” is the name of the project currently being developed by CD Projekt. It is a new trilogy that expands upon the universe of the “Witcher” series.
What is “Cyberpunk 2077”?
“Cyberpunk 2077” is a computer game released by CD Projekt in 2020. Set in a futuristic world, the game gained significant attention prior to its release but faced criticism due to numerous errors and technical issues.
What is “Orion”?
“Orion” is the codename for the continuation of the “Cyberpunk 2077” game that CD Projekt is currently working on.
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is a technology that enables computers to perform tasks that typically require human understanding, learning, and decision-making based on collected data.
Sources:
– CD Projekt Investors page: https://www.cdprojekt.com/en/investors/
– GOG.com: https://www.gog.com
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