CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 4 will not feature any new content at The Game Awards 2025, despite its nomination in the Most Anticipated Game category. Co-CEO Michał Nowakowski shared the update on X, expressing gratitude for fan support while emphasizing the studio's focus on development. The event is set for December 11, 2025.
Announcement Details
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski posted on X on November 27, 2025, addressing expectations for The Game Awards. He stated, "I'm very happy to see The Witcher 4 nominated in the Most Anticipated Game category at The Game Awards. Thanks to everyone who has already voted - your support means a lot to us. We won't be bringing any new content to TGA this year, but we're, as always, excited to watch the show and celebrate this amazing industry's great night alongside all of you."
The nomination places The Witcher 4 alongside titles like Grand Theft Auto VI, Marvel's Wolverine, 007 First Light, and Resident Evil Requiem in the fan-voted category.
Development Context
The Witcher 4 entered full-scale production earlier in 2025, with CD Projekt Red confirming no 2026 release. The studio has been hiring, adding over 60 new team members in August 2025 and recently acquiring Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's lead gameplay designer. A June 2025 tech demo showcased Unreal Engine 5 capabilities, including a northern setting and target PS5 performance, but it was not actual gameplay.
This marks a contrast to The Game Awards 2024, where The Witcher 4 received its first reveal trailer featuring Ciri as protagonist. Fans can still vote for the Most Anticipated Game award before the ceremony.
