The Witcher 4: Did CD Projekt Red Alter Ciri’s Face After Controversy? True or False?

When a notification about a new The Witcher 4 video was received, it was initially presumed that CD Projekt Red would unveil gameplay footage for their game. However, it was evident that this timing was premature, and instead, a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the Game Awards trailer was presented. This provided developers with an opportunity to revisit the cinematic aspirations of this video, thanks to production company Platige Image, which managed aspects such as performance capture, camera tests, and lighting setup. The process was extensively detailed in the video, showing Ciri depicted differently from her appearance in December’s teaser, with many players noting alterations to her facial features. Some observers assert that CD Projekt Red modified Ciri’s appearance following controversy that emerged shortly after the trailer’s Game Awards debut. Others argue that no changes were made and attribute any differences to variations in angle and lighting. As of now, there is no conclusive evidence, but this making-of video has undoubtedly sparked debate, having garnered nearly 100,000 views at the time of writing.

Regarding the release, it has not been disclosed, and we will likely have to wait several years before Ciri takes over from Geralt of Riv.