Overview
The AnsweRED Podcast is the official podcast from CD Projekt Red, hosted by Senior Communication Manager Pawel Burza. The podcast features interviews with CDPR developers and has become a primary source for new information about The Witcher IV's development and gameplay.
Notable Revelations
The March 2026 episode of the AnsweRED Podcast was particularly significant, revealing several previously unconfirmed gameplay details about The Witcher IV.
Detail | What Was Revealed |
|---|---|
Dedicated jump button | Confirmed as a new feature. The Witcher 3 did not have a free jump mechanic. |
Underwater swimming | Confirmed. Expands on The Witcher 3's surface swimming. |
Spellcasting while moving | Ciri can cast Witcher Signs and Source magic while walking or running, unlike Geralt who had to stand still. |
NPC variety | CDPR is investing in diverse, contextual NPC behavior in towns and settlements. |
Over 80 movement animations | The animation team built more than 80 distinct animations for Ciri's basic movement to eliminate clunkiness. |
Availability
The AnsweRED Podcast is available on major podcast platforms and through CDPR's official blog and YouTube channel. Episodes are released periodically rather than on a fixed schedule, typically timed around major development milestones or events.