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The Witcher 4 Will Have a Physical Edition, But With No Disc Inside

CD Projekt Red will continue producing physical editions of games after Sony ends PlayStation disc production in 2028. For The Witcher 4, this means a boxed product containing collectibles and physical extras, though the company cannot guarantee a physical disc for PlayStation users. Software for these editions may be delivered digitally. The developer is targeting a 2028 launch and has already created functional builds across all target platforms.

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CD Projekt Red confirmed it will not abandon physical releases even after Sony stops producing discs.

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  1. CD Projekt Red to Maintain Physical Editions Despite Sony Disc Phase-Out

    CD Projekt Red will continue producing physical editions of games after Sony ends PlayStation disc production in 2028. For The Witcher 4, this means a boxed product containing collectibles and physical extras, though the company cannot guarantee a physical disc for PlayStation users. Software for these editions may be delivered digitally. The developer is targeting a 2028 launch and has already created functional builds across all target platforms.

    Why it matters

    The shift follows Sony's planned 2028 transition away from discs. CD Projekt Red is using Unreal Engine 5 for The Witcher 4, moving away from its proprietary REDengine used for The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077.

    What is confirmed

    • CD Projekt Red will continue making physical editions after Sony ends PlayStation disc production in 2028.
    • The Witcher 4 is being developed using Unreal Engine 5.

    Still unconfirmed

    • CD Projekt Red has halted work on The Witcher 1 remake to prioritize The Witcher 4.
    • The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 launch date.
    • Functional builds of The Witcher 4 exist across all target platforms.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the specific digital delivery method for disc-less physical boxes
    • Official announcement of The Witcher 4 release date
    • Updates on the status of The Witcher 1 remake
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. www.gamedeveloper.com — CD Projekt Red won't be abandoning physical releases
    2. www.techpowerup.com — CDPR Halts The Witcher 1 Remake Due to The Witcher 4
    3. collider.com — ‘The Witcher’ Officially Returns This Month With Groundbreaking New Release
    4. kotaku.com — Buying A Fat Stack Of Physical Games Still Feels Amazing
    5. www.player.one — CD Projekt Red Won't Give Up Physical Games — Even When PlayStation Gives Up Discs
    6. www.techpowerup.com — The Witcher 4 Won't Look Like a Generic Unreal Engine 5 Game, Says CDPR
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  2. CD Projekt Red Confirms Physical Box for The Witcher 4 Without Disc Guarantee

    CD Projekt Red will release a boxed physical edition of The Witcher 4 featuring collectibles and physical extras, but the company cannot guarantee a physical disc for PlayStation users. The developer remains committed to providing tangible items for fans to open and enjoy despite Sony's planned phase-out of discs in 2028. This ensures a physical product exists for collectors even if the game software is delivered digitally. CD Projekt Red is targeting a 2028 launch and has already created functional builds across all target platforms.

    Why it matters

    Sony reportedly plans to end physical PlayStation discs in January 2028. This transition forces developers to rethink physical releases for the next console generation. CD Projekt Red is applying technical lessons from the Cyberpunk 2077 launch to ensure stability across platforms.

    What is confirmed

    • CD Projekt Red will release a boxed edition of The Witcher 4 containing physical extras.
    • The developer cannot guarantee a physical disc edition for PlayStation.
    • CD Projekt Red is targeting a 2028 launch for The Witcher 4.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Sony intends to end physical PlayStation discs in January 2028.

    What to watch next

    • Official confirmation of the specific physical collectibles included in the box
    • Sony's formal announcement regarding the 2028 disc phase-out
    • Confirmation of disc availability for other platforms like Xbox
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. beebom.com — Full Xbox Disc-to-Digital Games List
    2. tech.yahoo.com — The Witcher 4 probably isn't coming to PS5 with a physical disc, CD Projekt Red boss says, but fans will still get something to "open up and enjoy"
    3. www.enduins.com — CD Projekt RED Commits to Physical Edition for The Witcher 4 Despite Sony’s 2028 Disc Phase-Out
    4. gameranx.com — CD Projekt RED Can’t Guarantee A PlayStation Disc Edition Of The Witcher 4
    5. www.gamereactor.eu — CD Projekt Red CEO can't promise The Witcher 4 on a PS5 disc, but there will be a box with something worth collecting
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  3. CD Projekt Red Confirms Physical Edition for The Witcher 4 Without Discs

    CD Projekt Red will release a physical edition of The Witcher 4 in 2028, though it may not contain a disc. The developer is targeting a 2028 launch, coinciding with Sony's reported decision to end physical PlayStation discs in January 2028. While the physical release will include a box and collectibles, the actual game media depends on Sony's policies. CD Projekt Red has already achieved functional builds of the game across all target platforms, applying lessons learned from the launch of Cyberpunk 2077.

    Why it matters

    The transition to digital-only media threatens the traditional collector's market for physical game copies. This shift forces developers to rethink how they package physical products for consoles. The project represents a new chapter for the franchise with a narrative lead who confirms Geralt will maintain an important role despite not being the protagonist.

    What is confirmed

    • The Witcher 4 is scheduled for launch in 2028.
    • CD Projekt Red will provide a physical edition of the game.
    • The game is currently running on all target platforms.
    • Geralt will have an important role in the game but is not the protagonist.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Sony will stop producing physical PlayStation discs in January 2028.
    • PlayStation may reverse its no-disc policy based on reports from Gamescom.

    What to watch next

    • Official confirmation from Sony regarding the January 2028 disc deadline
    • Detailed contents of the physical edition collectibles
    • Announcement of the new protagonist's identity
    Sources used for this update (12)
    1. IGN — The Witcher 4 Will Have a Physical Edition Even if Discs Go Away, CD Projekt Red Confirms
    2. Game Developer — CD Projekt Red has The Witcher 4 running on all target platforms after Cyberpunk 2077 lesson
    3. TechPowerUp — The Witcher 4 Will Have a Physical Edition, But With No Disc Inside
    4. CD PROJEKT RED | Relacje Inwestorskie — Important update from Michał Nowakowski, Joint CEO of CD PROJEKT RED
    5. Yahoo Tech — The Witcher 4 narrative lead also wanted Geralt as the protagonist at first, but he "will always have an important role"
    6. Game Informer — The Witcher IV Launches In 2028, CD Projekt Red Joint-CEO Confirms
    7. www.forbes.com — Is The Claim That PlayStation May Reverse Its No-Disc Policy Legitimate?
    8. www.tweaktown.com — The Witcher 4 will have a physical edition in 2028, but whether it has a disc is up to Sony
    9. tbreak.com — The Witcher 4 will get a physical edition, even without a disc
    10. eGamers.io — The Witcher 4 will still come in a box after PlayStation drops discs, says CD Projekt Red
    11. www.tamindir.com — Sony'nin Kararı, The Witcher 4'ü GTA 6'nın Yolundan Götürebilir
    12. collider.com — ‘The Witcher’ Officially Confirms a Physical Release, but There’s a Catch
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