Developer Warns of Scams: The Witcher 4 Beta Tests

CD Projekt Red, the developers behind The Witcher 4, have issued a crucial warning to fans regarding the ongoing beta test invite scam. Read on to get the full scoop on their official statement and their bold move to feature Ciri as the main protagonist in the next installment of the beloved series.

CD Projekt Red Issues Warning

The Witcher 4 developer, CD Projekt Red, has taken to The Witcher's official Twitter (X) account to alert the community about a fraudulent beta test invite scam. On April 16, they shared a message emphasizing that any reports of beta test invitations for The Witcher 4 circulating online are scams.

Their statement read, "We've been taking the necessary steps to take this fraudulent messaging down. That said, if you receive any invites to or stumble upon news of one, we kindly ask you to report the scam using the tools available to you in your email client or the social media platform you are using."

CD Projekt Red clarified that any future beta tests would be announced through The Witcher's official social media channels and websites, ensuring fans receive legitimate updates directly from the source.

First Revealed in December 2024

The Witcher 4 made waves when it was first announced at the Game Awards in December 2024. The announcement trailer showcased the new protagonist, Ciri, sparking a wave of discussions and debates within the community, as the previous three games featured Geralt as the lead.

In an interview with VGC, The Witcher 4 Narrative Director Phillipp Weber addressed the fan reactions to Ciri's new role. Weber, who also enjoyed playing Geralt in the past, understands the fans' sentiments. He assured that the team is committed to addressing these concerns in future reveals.

Weber stated, "The best thing that we can do, and I think this is really our goal, is to prove that with Ciri, we can do a lot of interesting things so we can really make it worth it because this decision to have Ciri as a protagonist wasn’t made yesterday, we started making this a very long time ago."

The Witcher 4 Executive Producer, Małgorzata Mitręga, expressed gratitude to those who supported the decision to make Ciri the lead. He noted, "Everyone has the right to have an opinion, and we do believe it comes from the passion for our games and I think the best answer for that will be the game itself when the game is released."

According to the developers, The Witcher 4 aims to be the most ambitious entry in the series, featuring new regions and monsters. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, though a specific release date has not yet been announced. To stay updated with the latest news on The Witcher 4, be sure to check out our article below!