While the stunning visuals in The Witcher IV cinematic trailer caught many eyes, long-time fans may have noticed a change: Ciri, the new protagonist, has a new voice actress.
CD Projekt RED has confirmed that Ciara Berkeley has replaced Jo Wyatt, who voiced Ciri in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The studio stated that Berkeley's enthusiasm and vocal skills impressed them and that she brought Ciri to life in a way that is both faithful to the character and exciting for fans.
Ciara Berkeley Takes on the Role
It has been confirmed that Ciara Berkeley will voice Ciri not only in the trailer, but also in the game itself. Berkeley is a young actress with a relatively short resume, having previously played small roles in TV miniseries like *Normal People* and *The Deceived*. This new role is expected to be a breakout opportunity for her, although the game isn't expected for at least a couple of years.
Ciri as the Protagonist
CD Projekt RED has also discussed why Ciri was chosen as the protagonist for the new saga, citing that she deserves her own journey. With Ciri being new to her role as a Witcher, players will have a greater influence over her character's choices, unlike in previous games with Geralt.
The developers have also stated their intention to increase gameplay variety, drawing inspiration from *Cyberpunk 2077*. This could mean more diverse options for gameplay style, but further details are not yet available.
