From Witcher to Polaris: CD Projekt Red’s Vision for the Future of Gaming

CD Projekt Red, known for The Witcher games, is embarking on a significant venture with a new trilogy titled “Polaris.” The company, led by joint CEO Adam Badowski, plans to involve over 400 team members in this project by mid-year. Despite The Witcher series’ immense success, surpassing 75 million game sales since 2007, no release date is confirmed for Polaris, with speculations pointing towards 2026 or 2027.

Simultaneously, CD Projekt Red reflects on the aftermath of “Cyberpunk 2077,” acknowledging initial challenges but noting the sale of over 25 million copies after subsequent fixes. The company contemplates a sequel, tentatively named “Orion,” in its early planning stages. Exploring multiplayer features and considering artificial intelligence (AI) integration in game development are also on their agenda, emphasizing that AI won’t replace human involvement.

Learning from the challenges of Cyberpunk’s launch, CD Projekt Red emphasizes improved management to prevent similar issues in future releases. With new Witcher games in progress and potential sequels, the company is focused on delivering quality experiences to its fan base, offering a promising outlook for the future.