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The Witcher 3 Marks 10 Years as a Genre-Defining RPG

Fans and CD Projekt Red celebrate the milestone with global tributes, a concert tour preview, and reflections on the game's enduring legacy.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt thumbnails
Ciri, Geralt, and Eredin in The Witcher 3.
Yennefer looks displeased in The Witcher 3.

Overview

  • Released in May 2015, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remains a benchmark for open-world RPGs, blending storytelling, world-building, and player choice.
  • The game has sold over 50 million copies as of March 2023, transforming CD Projekt Red into a global industry leader.
  • Fans and developers commemorated the 10th anniversary with social media tributes and a preview of an upcoming global concert tour in Europe (2025) and the US (2026).
  • The Witcher franchise has expanded to include spinoff games, Netflix series, animated projects, and more, cementing its cultural impact.
  • The Witcher 4, starring Ciri as the protagonist, is in development and expected no earlier than 2027, signaling a new chapter for the beloved series.