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At the Game Awards,The Witcher 4was officially announced, sending shockwaves through the gaming community with its first trailer. And guess who’s back in the spotlight? None other than Ciri, Geralt’s adopted daughter, who left a lasting impression on fans inThe Witcher 3. She is set to take center stage as the main protagonist.
With the new installment approaching fast, it’s about time Andrzej Sapkowski spills the beans on one of the most intriguing easter eggs in theWild Hunt, concerning Ciri. Yes, the connections between Ciri’s multiverse adventures and the high-tech dystopia she visited. Was it the neon-lit streets of Night City?
The mysterious world Ciri visited inThe Witcher 3
As many players ofThe Witcher 3will remember, Ciri is no ordinary character. She possesses the power to use magic, especially the extraordinary ability to jump through time and space, a power she has struggled to control throughout her journey. This gift played a vital role in the fight against the Wild Hunt.
There have been many speculating that the world ofThe Witcheritself is part of a sprawling multiverse. A concept that was made clear toward the end of the 3rd installment, after Geralt accompanies Avallac’h, an elven sage, through several portals, players experience a glimpse of other worlds.
One such world is particularly notable becauseit seems eerily familiar to fans of another beloved CD Projekt Red franchise:Cyberpunk 2077.
- Ciri has been to Night CityCiri has seemingly been to the Cyberpunk universe at some point, she describes it in a ton of detail in this specific dialogue exchange here, I still wish we got a nod to Ciri as a character in Cyberpunk via a side quest.pic.twitter.com/I9X2FQVwMR
In a conversation with Geralt, Ciri recounts how Avallac’h took her to a realm where the Wild Hunt could not find them. They had to stay there for several months, during which she experienced a drastically different way of life. Her descriptions of the world include:
People there had metal in their heads, waged war from a distance, using things similar to megascopes. And there were no horses, everyone had their own flying ship instead.
The descriptions might initially seem vague, but when players connect the dots, they eerily resemble elements from the Night City. The reference to ‘metal in their heads’ strongly suggests cybernetic implants and the ‘things similar to megascopes’ could be a reference to advanced weaponry and technology.
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While the details are somewhat vague, it paints a clear picture that it’s possible that she spent months in Night City, navigating its complex, high-tech society. If this crossover becomes real,this could influence her actions and decisions inThe Witcher 4, and perhaps even open doors for future crossovers in theCyberpunkuniverse.
Why Sapkowski needs to address this connection
TheWitcherandCyberpunkuniverses are completely separate in their core narratives. However,The Witcher 3gave us a tantalizing hint that there might be a deeper connection between them. Given Ciri’s presence in both worlds, it’s time for Sapkowski to come clean about the implications of this crossover.
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Fans have been speculating for years about the connection between the two franchises, and with the official announcement ofThe Witcher 4,Sapkowski has an opportunity to clarifywhether the hint was intentional or just a curious easter egg for fans to ponder.
If it becomes canon that they are connected in some way, it could open up exciting crossover opportunities between the two franchises. It’s true that both have vastly different tones and settings, but the idea that they share the same multiverse creates potential for rich, cross-universe storytelling in the future.
In the end, withThe Witcher 4on the horizon, it’s high time that Sapkowski addresses the lingering questions about Ciri’s connection to the neon-lit world ofCyberpunk 2077.
Shubham Chaurasia
Gaming Writer
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At FandomWire, Shubham has spent over a year diving into the evolving world of live-service, action, and open-world games. Whether it’s the democratic galaxy of Helldivers 2 or finishing enemies in titles like Assassin’s Creed or Ghost of Tsushima, Shubham brings a sharp eye and genuine enthusiasm to everything he writes.When he’s not writing, you’ll probably catch him clutching rounds in Valorant or leaping off virtual cliffs into a pile of enemies for the perfect finisher. Outside of gaming, Shubham recharges by hitting the gym or heading out on long, spontaneous bike rides, always chasing the next open road. No matter the game or the gear, he’s always committed to bringing readers timely, accurate, and engaging updates from across the gaming industry.
