The Witcher 4's Genesis: A Side Quest's Unexpected Role
The development journey of The Witcher 4 began surprisingly, not with grand pronouncements, but with a seemingly minor addition to its predecessor. A special quest, "In the Eternal Fire's Shadow," introduced to The Witcher 3 in late 2022, served as an unconventional onboarding process for new members of the Witcher 4 team. This revelation comes from Philipp Webber, the quest's designer and now narrative director for The Witcher 4.
This seemingly small side quest, initially conceived as promotion for the game's next-gen update and a way to canonically explain Henry Cavill's armor from the Netflix series, proved invaluable. For new team members, it acted as a crucial initiation, immersing them in the world and style of The Witcher before tackling the larger project. Webber himself described it as "the perfect start to getting back into the vibe."
This aligns perfectly with the timeline. The Witcher 4, announced in March 2022, will launch a new trilogy starring Ciri. The "In the Eternal Fire's Shadow" quest's release nine months later provided a practical on-ramp for new talent, likely including some transitioning from CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 team (released in 2020). This timing fuels speculation about potential similarities between The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion, particularly regarding its skill tree.
While Webber remained tight-lipped about the specific individuals involved, the story highlights the creative and strategic approach to team integration, showcasing how a seemingly small detail played a significant role in shaping the development of the highly anticipated Witcher 4. The game, with Ciri at its helm, promises a new chapter in the beloved franchise.
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