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CD Projekt Red Addresses Perceived Changes to Ciri's Appearance in The Witcher 4

Developers clarify that differences in Ciri's look are due to cinematic effects, not model alterations, as fan debates over her design persist.

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Overview

  • CD Projekt Red confirmed that Ciri's character model in The Witcher 4 has not been altered since the reveal trailer, addressing fan speculation.
  • The studio explained that perceived differences in Ciri's appearance stem from lighting, camera angles, and other cinematic effects used in the trailer and behind-the-scenes footage.
  • The reveal trailer highlighted Ciri as the new protagonist, sparking debate among fans who compared her design to her appearance in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
  • Developers emphasized that variation in character appearance is a natural part of game development and may continue as the game progresses toward release.
  • The Witcher 4 aims to explore Ciri's emotional journey and moral dilemmas, offering a distinct narrative experience compared to Geralt's detached pragmatism in previous games.