CD Projekt Red Explains Switch to Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4

CD Projekt Red Explains Switch to Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4 - September 17, 2026 | Gaming | By Jacob Harding

CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski stated the studio's decision to use Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4 was driven by a desire to focus on storytelling rather than engine development, with the Matrix Awakens demo influencing the choice.