The Witcher 4 — Unreal Engine 5 Tech Demo | Ciri Returns in Stunning Next-Gen Reveal
26Prepare to return to the Continent like never before. CD Projekt Red has officially revealed the first look at The Witcher 4—powered by Unreal Engine 5.6—and it’s nothing short of breathtaking. This tech demo offers a jaw-dropping glimpse into what the next generation of role-playing games will look like.
Set in the mysterious and visually stunning region of Kovir, the demo follows Ciri, now confirmed to be the central protagonist of the new Witcher saga. With environments richer than ever before, character animations more lifelike, and lighting effects powered by real-time ray tracing, The Witcher 4 looks poised to redefine cinematic open-world storytelling.
The tech demo is a collaboration between CD Projekt Red and Epic Games, showcasing cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5 features, including:
Nanite for ultra-detailed environments
Lumen for realistic dynamic lighting and global illumination
ML Deformer and Unreal Animation systems for incredibly fluid character and creature movement
Mass Framework simulating bustling cities with dynamic NPCs
Real-time ray tracing with stable 60 FPS on PS5
Seamless cinematic-to-gameplay transitions
This isn't just a visual showpiece—it's a statement. The Witcher 4 will carry the series into a bold new era, with an entirely new narrative arc, modernized mechanics, and worldbuilding on an epic scale. While no release date has been confirmed, this tech demo proves that Geralt’s legacy will live on—and evolve.
Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the Witcher universe, this next-gen evolution is not to be missed.
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