CD Projekt Promises Physical Box for The Witcher 4, Even Without a Disc
Sony's move to digital-only manufacturing by 2028 won't stop CD Projekt from making a special edition box.
The update
CD Projekt Red has pledged to release a physical edition of The Witcher 4 for PlayStation, even if it cannot include a disc. The studio’s joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski confirmed that the company cannot influence Sony’s manufacturing policies, which are set to stop producing discs by January 2028. However, Nowakowski stated that CD Projekt remains committed to creating a boxed product filled with “feelies”—physical collectibles intended to enhance the ownership experience.
Why it matters
This commitment addresses a growing concern among gamers regarding the loss of physical media. As major platforms move toward digital-first strategies, the ability to own a tangible copy of a game becomes increasingly rare. CD Projekt’s stance highlights the studio’s focus on the collector’s experience, aiming to preserve the tactile satisfaction of opening a game box in an era of digital downloads.
What to watch
Readers should monitor the specific contents of the “feelies” promised for the edition. Additionally, the exact release date of The Witcher 4 in 2028 remains a key detail to track as the launch approaches.
Sources
- kotaku.com — Details on the studio's commitment to "feelies" and the collector's experience.
- eurogamer.net — Context on Sony's manufacturing timeline and CD Projekt's lack of influence over it.