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.
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Tomaszkiewicz noted the bold undertaking of merging extensive storytelling techniques, typically found in linear RPGs like The Witcher 2, with an open-world structure. CD Projekt Red initially questioned whether such a grand narrative could successfully coexist within the open-world format. However, the team persevered, resulting in the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3.
Now leading Rebel Wolves, Tomaszkiewicz is spearheading the development of The Blood of Dawnwalker. Set in an alternate medieval Eastern Europe with dark fantasy elements, vampires are central to this new title.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is currently in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. While a release date remains unannounced, a gameplay reveal is anticipated this summer.
