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Behind the Scenes of The Witcher 3: How CDPR Overcame Open-World Narrative Challenges

by Harper Mar 04,2025

In a recent interview, Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, former lead quest designer for The Witcher 3, discussed CD Projekt Red's initial concerns about integrating a complex narrative into an open-world game.

Behind the Scenes of The Witcher 3: Conquering Open-World Narrative Challenges Image: steamcommunity.com

Tomaszkiewicz noted the bold ambition of merging expansive storytelling techniques, typically found in linear RPGs like The Witcher 2, with the open-world format. He highlighted the risk CD Projekt Red took, a risk that ultimately resulted in the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3.

Now leading Rebel Wolves, Tomaszkiewicz is spearheading the development of The Blood of Dawnwalker, a dark fantasy RPG set in an alternate medieval Eastern Europe. Vampires are central to the game's narrative.

The Blood of Dawnwalker is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. While a release date remains unannounced, a gameplay reveal is anticipated this summer.

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