The Witcher 4 already runs on all target platforms
The Witcher 4 is already playable on all target platforms, but CD Projekt Red faces challenges in delivering a disc edition for PlayStation.
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What platforms will The Witcher 4 be available on?
The Witcher 4 is confirmed to run on PC and all target consoles.
Will there be a disc edition for PlayStation?
CD Projekt Red has stated it cannot guarantee a disc edition for PlayStation, but a physical box with additional items will be provided.
How is CD Projekt Red approaching the development of The Witcher 4?
The company is focusing on a cost-driven development strategy, ensuring the game runs on all target platforms before proceeding.
The brief
The Witcher 4 is confirmed to be running on all intended platforms, including PC and consoles. CD Projekt Red has stated that the game is already operational across these systems. This assurance comes amid discussions about the game's development and release strategies.
The company has emphasized a cost-driven approach to development, indicating a focus on efficiency and quality. However, there are complications regarding the PlayStation version. CD Projekt Red has acknowledged that it cannot guarantee a disc edition for PlayStation, but has promised a physical box with additional items, known as "feelies", regardless of the outcome.
The development process is stringent, with any failure on a console halting progress until issues are resolved.
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Who reported it (7)
- CD Projekt Red: If you want a cost-driven development, you cannot make The Witcher 4 The Game Business · 1d ago
- CD Projekt Promises The Witcher 4 For PlayStation Will Release In A Box, Even If It Can’t Contain A Disc Kotaku · 1d ago
- CD Projekt Red powerless regarding PS5 disc edition of The Witcher 4, but promises a game box with "feelies" whatever happens Eurogamer.net · 1d ago
- After the debacle of Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt says The Witcher 4 is already running on PC and consoles, promises 'it's going to run' on all target platforms PC Gamer · 1d ago
- Games to Play While Waiting for The Witcher 4 IMDb · 1d ago
- The Witcher 4 Development Is Halted If Any Console Fails, As CD Projekt Red Locks In Strict Platform Checkmarks Wccftech · 1d ago
- The Witcher 4 already runs on all target platforms Eurogamer.net · 1d ago
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