f you’re scrabling for details about The Witcher 4, you’re not alone. This new reveal tells us some interesting details for the upcoming project.
The Witcher 4, code-named Project Polaris, just got a small but interesting update that will be in the interest of Star Wars fans. British actor Jake Lampert was recently revealed to be cast in The Witcher 4 as a character named Branko. He previously appeared in Andor, a Star Wars series, in a minor role.
Jake Lampert at The Spotlight Prize 2017. | Image Credit: @morwennaprestonmanagement2425/YouTube
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Lampert’s casting as Branko in The Witcher 4 provides an early glimpse into a character that will appear in the game’s new storyline. Known previously for his small role in Andor, Lampert’s experience with another big franchise makes him a nice addition to CDPR’s ambitious project.
More details regarding the character and the game remain scarce, leaving fans to speculate on his role in the game. Given The Witcher 4 is the first in a planned trilogy, this new character might play a big role in shaping the plot.
In early 2022, CD Projekt Red announced the development of a new Witcher trilogy under the codename Project Polaris, later referred to as The Witcher 4. The game is expected to launch as the first in a trilogy.
With details emerging about Lampert’s role as Branko, fans are speculating on what kind of character he will play and how he will contribute to the new trilogy’s storyline.
The name Branko doesn’t correspond with any established character from Andrzej Sapkowski’s Witcher universe, suggesting this is an original character crafted specifically for the game.
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Will Geralt and Ciri even be a part of the story? | Image Credit: CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt Red has confirmed that Geralt, the iconic protagonist of previous games, will take a back seat in this new trilogy, allowing other characters within the Witcher universe to shine.
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Lampert’s acting resume also lists Kate Saxon as the voice and performance director for his role, an experienced director familiar to Witcher fans from her work on The Witcher 2 and The Witcher 3.
Unlike its predecessors, which were built using the REDengine, The Witcher 4 will be CDPRs first entry into Unreal Engine 5. This shows the studio’s dedication to overcoming technical limitations that were evident in Cyberpunk 2077.
The partnership with Epic Games is aimed at resolving any problems and delays in development early in the trilogy, ensuring smoother game releases in the future.
As fans await more details, The Witcher 4 has entered a crucial production phase. Since CDPR first announced the game in 2022, it has made substantial progress, including shifting nearly half its workforce to focus on Project Polaris.
Despite the setbacks that have marked many AAA game developments, especially since the release of Cyberpunk 2077, the studio appears to be on track.
What do you want to see in the upcoming title for this franchise? Let us know in the comments!
