CDPR’s Witcher Remake is More Important Than You Think

[@55ziomal55]

Such a shame that the Polish voice actor for Thaler and Vesemir (they were voiced by the same person) is dead. I would love to hear him in those roles again.

[@karol8032]

@@A7md-r9j what words would native english speaker use?

[@eduardrafael643]

@@karol8032 not a native, but something like "its sad that" would do just fine imo xd

[@karol8032]

@@eduardrafael643 give me some more examples brother i need to learn english but i dont feel like to pay for it ^^

[@karol8032]

Can i say something like thats a pity? Is that sound natural?

[@Alchamei]

@@A7md-r9j I think the choice of words is perfectly fine.

[@takadg3242]

you have alleviated some of the concerns i had, mainly with the development team, and now i'm more excited than ever! keep up the great work. love the channel

[@PatrykLenczuk]

just realized that at 0:11 its not Sapkowski as Silverhand but polish former president Walesa 😂

[@elwendigo2]

I would pay 200 for just the Witcher 1 with Witcher 3 combat and looks. This is going to be an all time great

[@noahsichel7764]

My uncle gave me the first three books and a copy of the game, back before all the books were translated to English. So happy it's getting a remake, I was so bad at it as kid, would be fun to actually experience it

[@stormiewutzke4190]

I would love to see 2 fleshed out. I actually think it's my favorite. The combat is a lot more interesting I find.

[@dramaticwords]

"Tell parts of the story anew" for "modern audiences" is the danger. When has remaking a story for modern audiences ever been good?

[@ravipeiris4388]

I remember purchasing this game initially in 2007 and being put off by it's initial gameplay mechanics as I was comparing it to Neverwinter Nights 2. However, in 2015, I started playing the game as things were tight financially and I saw this game in my library of games I hadn't played to completion. Long story short, I started replaying the game and man, was I glad that I did. From the second into the third trilogy, this game has truly become the gift that keeps on giving.

[@TunzoFun]

Bro this video on x1 fast forward is perfect! 👌

[@Grogritark]

Can't imagine how big the storyboard for this franchise is at this point.

[@wintlink]

For several years we just don't have any witcher content, today, we have 6 witcher games planned, I'm just so happy with it, the remake, where we gonna play geralt again, the new saga, with new caracters and stories, and the multplayer game ! It's amazing !

[@samuelleask1132]

It’s always a great day when Neon Knight uploads a new video

[@SM-yq9ig]

Nailed it! Great video! Hit on allot of possibilities to build my hype!! As for Witcher 1 .. my first Witcher experience was 3 , then I was absolutely hooked! I then built a gaming pc just to play Witcher 1! Then 2 then 3 modded.. now have read and re read all the books.

[@bzqp2]

Getting Vesemir card in Witcher 3: :D Getting Vesemir card in Witcher 1: :o

[@scarecrow2097]

In a way the one thing most people want changed is what I liked the most, the combat. I just love watching Geralt performaning all these cool sword dances in OG Witcher based on your chosen style, it looks more like how a Witcher should fight. And I say this as a person who like most people started with the third game first. I also liked the potion system a lot more.

[@ImVeryOriginal]

0:08 That is not Andrzej Sapkowski, this is the ex-president of Poland Lech Wałęsa lmaoooo

[@generalZee]

A lot of times I ask the question "Why do a remake?" Like, why do we need another version of Skyrim that plays identically to the older version, just with slightly better graphics? Or TLOU remakes, which are clearly just cash grabs. But this time a remake makes PERFECT sense. The Witcher 1 was a game that was clearly limited by factors beyond lack of creativity or good ideas. It suffered from a limited budget, and the hardware limitations of the time, and it has aged about as well as an avocado. If there's any game in history that deserved a second chance, it's this one.

[@gauthamiyer2998]

I would like to add some people who are working on it Dennis Zoetebier - Design Director. He worked on many Witcher 3 quests including the wild night with the Witcher’s and the pan quest. Peter Gelenscer - level designer on Witcher 3 Katarzyna Wladyka - worked on cyberpunk 2077 as quest designer Przemyslaw Tarcynski - quest designer on cyberpunk and made sinner man

[@Supremely_Based_Takes]

Is it going to be a remake for “modern audiences”? Maybe Dandelion will be Nonbinary or gender-fluid 😂😂 Remake/Reboots tend to ruin everything today. Xbox’s Fable is being remade for “Modern audiences”. Hopefully the Witcher will stay true to the lore!!!!!!!!!!!! But it’s very very hard to stay optimistic!

[@witcher1973]

Subbed, i started with witcher1 way back then and i can not wait for a remake. That game started my love for rpg games, witcher 2 though i did not like very much, 3 was a blast of fresh air and i played it many many times even played 1 again afterwards.. was still fun for me.

[@manuel5114]

I hope they keep the gloomy atmosphere and the most important pieces of the OST. I liked those bits of the game.

[@laxdude67]

Bro if they redo the combat system in the style of Witcher 3…. *chefs kiss*

[@megamike15]

here's a major issue. geralt does not start remembering yen until the start of witcher 2. like he indirectly mentions them just not by name. so just having her and ciri named dropped in a witcher 1 remake would cause plot holes as geralt does not really remember either of them until 2. heck i forgot he evens mentioned ciri in 2 until i replayed it recently.

[@Solo-5050]

Ive never played 1 or 2, just 3. Yet, it WAS STILL enough to get me hooked on the lore and characters. I cant wait for the remake!

[@kyuubi3338]

1) Witcher 3 should be more like Witcher 1 story-wise (not other way around). 2) Neon Knight thinks them saying they are going to update the story means that they are going to expand it and tie it to sequels. In reality it means sucking up to ESG and making it more crap for "modern audience".

[@brandongray1059]

+1 - this is my bigger concern, as well, that they will go woke since they have embraced ESG. And even though I'm a Witcher superfan, I HATE CD Projekt Red nowadays. They censor negative opinions on messageboards, frequently delete posts / ban posters who don't praise everything they do, so either way I'm riding the high seas for anything they release moving forward.

[@kyuubi3338]

@@brandongray1059 I hope I'm wrong. I didn't know they censor stuff on message boards. I wish I could say I'm surprised how cool company became like that, but unfortunately I saw this over and over as company gets bigger.

[@brandongray1059]

@@kyuubi3338 You and me both. During Steam sales I used to go and buy a copy here and there of the Witcher games for other people on the messageboards. Never again. Everything they release I'll just go the Fitgirl Repack route. Not giving that company a cent.

[@Esselo]

I have to thank you. 8 years later and unable to play I've been having a Witcher itch. Reread Last Wish. Then hit youtube and found your channel nearly brand new and pumping out great content awesome

[@manicmanicmanicmanic5082]

Would love to hear some of the same music recomposed. I remember the original game having some gorgeous tracks as you explore.

[@TheVileOne]

1. More content for Neon Knight 2. More content for Letalis Nothing more important than that.

[@bananasinpijama8616]

The Witcher's atmosphere is magic and chill. Unforgettable adventure 🥰

[@akas.5458]

I remember when I tried witcher 1 way long back, couldn't continue playing after castle seige in intro. 5 years later, thought to give it a shot and I was blown away. The atmosphere, music was so amazing. I couldn't stop playing it. Felt it was the best game at that time. Then witcher 2 came but didn't like it as much as 1

[@parasitex]

I just hope they don't change the story for... "modern audiences"

[@REALVINERGY]

Never watched you before but just wanted to say your thumbnails are sick, they really grab someone's attention

[@NeonKnight]

this particular thumbnail took me forever and was a headache, so I’m happy someone noticed 😅

[@AleksNeve]

I love all games of the Witcher trilogy but the first one has a special place in my heart. Witcher 1 has the most dense atmosphere of them all and I have missed that a lot playing Witcher 2 and Witcher 3. I hope the remake is not going to rid off elements making that dense atmosphere. I'll probably stick with the original game but I'm glad more people will have opportunity to know the first game and fall in love with it.

[@Nicole-xd1uj]

Any chance to play as Geralt again will be wonderful...can't wait.

[@RiceBerg]

As long as they don't take any queues from the folks at Netflix, I'll be on board... please learn from the mistakes of the people that chased away Henry Cavill.

[@semir9112]

A lot of parts in The Wither 1 should sound like someone's drunken uncle, who was kidnapped of the streets. Very Polish and very immersive.

[@kresimircosic9035]

Witcher 1 is absolutely the best game in the series. They are all great games, W2 is weakest for me, W3's open world bored me to death, but HoS expansion was amazing. However, only when playing W1 I was hyped to continue playing. The characters, atmosphere, quests were so good in that game and it deserves a proper remake.

[@NeoN-PeoN]

Wait, did you say they are going to have a new voice actor for Geralt?

[@LordUdedenkz]

Worst case scenario is that they will use Netflix Witcher story instead of the books.

[@Uzeil21]

They're going to fuck it up, I don't know what happened to CDPR but they've lost the capacity to make a good game.

[@pureevilri]

I really don't understand people disliking the first game's combat or gameplay in general. Why do even old games have to be modern masterpieces in the minds of low IQ, shallow modern players...? I really loved the atmosphere and the feel of the first game, played it when it came out, when I was in high school and it made me fall in love with Sapkowski's and CDPR's work completely.

[@bendakstarkiller1270]

The 1st Witcher game was very loud, so to speak, in Poland back in the day. Every guy that played games had an opinion on it. I remember at the time, CDPR were quite proud with the fighting system for instance. I hope it will be as much a success as the 3rd installment, or more.

[@chemicalcabbage]

I just hope they don't force diversity like the Netflix show

[@Nunya_Argo79]

I didn't even realize they were remaking Witcher, lol. I need to keep up on this a lot more.

[@miguerys9503]

About fixing The Witcher: Sean bean as Boromir doing the ok sign has something to say about that.

[@musicisfree91]

I just hope it's doesn't get the woke treatment.

[@pony999]

5:12 The Witcher games plot develops and changes based on player choices. And apparently there is a continuity between the entire trilogy based on the game saves. Which means that if you complete W1 but start W2 without uploading your old W1 saves, all your decisions from the first game are no lonver valid and you gameplay get's back to the "default" story. Obviously the same applies for W2 and W3. Not sure if that works with Thaler, because haven't killed him myself, but if you start Witcher 3 "fresh", then for sure Thaler is alive in that witcherverse.

[@Cloaked_Culprit]

They could title it _The Witcher: Rise of the White Wolf_ after a planned console release of the first game that never came to be. _The Witcher Remake_ while on point, is a bit bland for my taste and giving it a subtitle makes it blend nicely with titles of other games.

[@barkfish6853]

" No one is going to take away your original copy" Blizzard enters the chat.

[@capitanspoiler7393]

i just hope they won't make it "for modern audiences" because, i swear to God, if they raceswap Triss again, i'm going to punch someone #GingerLivesMatter !

[@s4vag3n0mad]

Love how the "greater cockatrice" is a tenth the size of the weakest cockatrice in witcher 3 😭

[@qhiggy]

3 letters: E$G. Keep expectations in check. Can't wait for Geralt to hammer THE.MESAGE down my throat.

[@thekingofinfinity]

I was excited too until I saw CDPR's ESG video and the fact that they said this will be reimagined for modern audience. I think this'll be a woke disaster. The CDPR we love is dead just like Bioware. Don't be shocked if they make Geralt bisexual or change his race to a darker tone. You've been warned.

[@AtakenSmith]

Funny thing, when the Witcher 3 came out I didn't have a capable pc so I started with the first game and I absolutely loved it, not really the fight system, but the story and the world. It's a good game really, just an old one.

[@minerman60101]

If they even think of touching the music we riot

[@grimmjow0106]

I don’t kno . Initially, I was excited, ecstatic even , for the news about the original game getting remade. And then, in a recent interview or description of this remake, I heard the phrase that I hate the most. A phrase that has nothing to do with entertainment or authenticity, or genuineness. A phrase that means shitting on the very successes and establishments that made the original so loved. It shits all over that success while prioritizing non-entertainment aspects. And that phrase is, which was the one they used to describe this remake, “a reimagining for modern day audiences” 😡 😡 🤦‍♂️ 😡 My excitement for this project has since immediately plummeted into oblivion, and my worry is astronomical. More than likely I will just hold on to my fond memories of this original PC game and not dilute it with the pattern of “modern day audience” bullshit with something I hold dear .

[@MjollTheLioness-o4y]

Yes. I absolutely love The Witcher, but I'm gonna have to see what changes they make before I purchase or play it.

[@Force-Multiplier]

I have played all 3 Witcher games Witcher 2 and 3 many many times and i honestly want all 3 of them remade BUT i want them to give the franchise a much better combat this time around i also hope they expand on forgotten characters like Sigfried Yaevinn Iorveth and Saskia this time around when TW3 Remake comes out that and the improved and more satisfying combat and lore consistency plus the characters never losing the rougher edges that make them extremely lovable or hateable is all i can ask for

[@StrandedCoyote]

I didn’t even bother with the first game before playing the second, just read a synopsis. But playing the second prior to Witcher 3 made the game so much better

[@byrnemoore]

What scene are you showing at the end? Is that Leo’s death after the salamanders attack? Except that was in the second game

[@kokroughtoss1257]

My body is f_

[@azk9218]

Just finished The Witcher again today. Enjoyed it a lot once I got used to the dated gameplay mechanics. I bought the game originally on release date (in Poland). It was like... 15, 16 years ago? It was chep, even for that day's standards, and contained disks, short-story with Striga from The Last Wish, compendium and a map I believe. Very rich for a very low price. Replaying TW2 at the moment, this one dated a lot better, but nothing beats the atmosphere of TW1 - grim, dark, way more than the next two. But it was obvious how much inspiration they actually took from the book when creating some story points, way more than in TW2 and TW3 that went their own way when it comes to the atmosphere. Probably more accurate to the books, less accurate to TW1. I can't wait for the remake tho, TW1 has brilliant story, one could argue the main quest is the best from the trilogy, with the best twists near the end., For Alvin and other stuff - SPOILERS FROM THE GAME BELOW: Yeah, he was kinda Ciri's replacement, BUT not 1:1. He was "What could Ciri become if she was raised the wrong way". Look at De Aldersberg ;) Witcher 1's story is mentioned a few times in TW2 and TW3. It's not directly followed, because there is no point in it. Alvin's fate is sealed, Javed and his crew is dead, job is done. It actually blends very nicely into Witcher 2 with the assasination attempt. And Geralt decides to go after Yennefer after retrieving his memories so it kinda makes sense.

[@KingHollows]

I just want the Vodianoy. I love those guys.

[@manray8513]

I hope they still use the old gwent game rather than the new complicated one

[@KewlCrayon]

Witcher 1 Geralt looks like a crackhead. Witcher 2 Geralt looks okay. Witcher 3 Geralt has a magnificent beard.

[@afcansf5996]

It would be but both CDPR and the studio they outsorced it to; have stated its a remake for modern audiences. So they are going to ruin it by going full woke, the CDPR we all once and loved is officially dead with them embracing the ESG.

[@racernatorde5318]

Gimme a source for that.

[@ladywhatsername713]

I am so thrilled for the remake! I played the enhanced edition and had fun but I hope they improve the combat system

[@iriska522]

I so desperately want to have more games in Witcher Universe. Witcher 4 sounds exciting but I don't want to plunge into the new story more than I want to stay in the old one. I really hope we'll see more games with Geralt

[@Trashman_Len]

My first witcher game was witcher 2. I genuinely don’t remember any of it.

[@Aalisrocklist]

oh, I missed this upload. I'm so excited for the remake! With all that is going on with the netflix side of things, it's comforting to know this project is truly promising.

[@ashwynlalloo3325]

I neeeed this almost done the 5th book so this will hit so good!

[@jonts7]

I loved the original The Witcher 1, but I think it's biggest acomplishment would be to make this incredible story not only cohesive with the rest of the trilogy, but also more friendly to the players. Because playing this game could be so frustrating sometimes, and not for the right reasons. That's the biggest thing that makes people look away from playing old games, and a remake of a game everyone will be interested in, but almost no one has played, is literally perfect.

[@BboyCorrosive]

Finally playing through Witcher 3, my favorite button so far is....space.

[@humorinpolitics56]

I really wish they would rework the crafting in The Witcher 3 to make it worth while doing.

[@generalmillerlite]

It's important to note that the author took the 10k because he thought games were financial pits and that the royalty contract that CDPR offered would never pay out.

[@mustard9933]

Feeling patient and positive about future of the ip. Wont be making any pre orders but Im hopeful they can make the story experience bearable for people who couldnt tolerate the gameplay

[@Sr.Pirulito]

As someone who finished witcher 1 and is playing 2, W1 has a better combat, W2 might get better later with lvl up but as of now it feels more junky than W1 combat, especially with its precision. The Witcher 1 let down that I had the first time I tried was how confusing the start is, not the combat.

[@flicka25]

I played the first Witcher years ago...that was my introduction to the games and books. I loved it. You could play it just by using the mouse. I must be one of the few that played the triology in sequence. I was thrilled when I heard about the remake and I am convinced they can't go wrong...hey it's Geralt how the heck can they go wrong. I hope Doug Ccckle does Geralt's voice again.

[@isaacyakabuskie3632]

I also played the games in sequence and I'm so happy I did. I played the first game as the sequel was getting a lot of attention. But I did have trouble getting through the first game and stopped playing it for awhile. I got back into it and finished it so I could start playing Witcher 2. I hate playing games out of order. I too am very excited about this remake!!

[@JoaoVictor-rg5ix]

Yeah. A remake of this one would bee perfect right now. Any news about it?

[@hoddtoward8779]

Let's hope they will not update it for "modern audience".

[@darthcreel]

Everyone should give the first game a try. I tried it 2x and put it down, but for some reason, 3rd time was the charm. It’s a great game that is definitely of its time.

[@curtisweber5257]

I bet the fans would love if Henry Cavil did the voice acting for Geralt.

[@HybridAndy]

I think it also makes a lot of sense because CDPR gets to learn/explore Unreal engine in a situation where half the work is already done (the story and characters). Look at BioWare and the issues they had trying to build Inquisition and more specifically Andromeda (albeit with a much less optimized engine). While their writers are creating the Witcher4 concept and story, their developer are learning all the hard lessons they need about the new engine early. It also doesn't hurt that this thing will probably sell really well and give a good influx of cash during the lean years as the Witcher4 is still getting ready and hopefully give them the ability to polish (haha) it before release.

[@WikdJester93]

I've been listening to the audio books narrated by Peter Kenny. I wish they could get him involved. He is my Geralt of Rivia. Fantastic voice actor.

[@voidsoulless6522]

My biggest concern is precisely that the original version will somehow vanish from my steam library, be updated, or something. I mean, it can happen - so how can I be sure that it won't? Other than that... For me, each of those games has something special. Granted, the third game has a great world, but the second game has a better gameplay (at least to me it does)... and TW1 contains a few incredibly atmospheric bits (Wyzima murder investigation; solving the Vodyanoi; and the whole thing at Murky Waters) that I doubt can be redone without losing a lot. Also, the potion acquiring system is better in TW1, the character development and inventory screens are way better than in 2 or 3, some potions work better (especially Cat), alcohol works better (well... Geralt can drink at all, that is), and even the "card collecting", while silly, has its own charm. I mean, yes, there are some things that might be augmented, such as graphics and certain story and bestiary inconsistencies, but there is a lot that should be kept as is. That's why people fear thorough reworking of TW1.

[@Mephilis78]

I would be happy if it was just brought to W2 standards. Tbh. I've been able to replay both w2 and w3 multiple times each. I tried to replay w1, but it's so tedious that i end up stopping during the questing slog that is the first section of Vizima. I like the whole Geralt as a detector concept, but it's hidden behind too many boring side quests. Sure, there are some great ones too, but they aren't the majority. Obviously, I would prefer if it was a full open world Tameria, but I think the smaller, more linear world spaces could translate nicely into Witcher 2 style maps.

[@szsebi55]

We didnt even see a trailer or gameplay for witcher 3 upgrade the way cdpr is moving we will get the witcher remakes in 2030

[@jaweiss34]

I would love to see them do remakes of the first two games. I have never played or seen the first two games. I just didn’t want to play since I heard they weren’t open world and the graphics didn’t look good

[@leebennett1821]

Yennifer of Vengerburgh Impossibility Beautiful indeed

[@strawhatboy]

I love and look forward to everyone of your videos. I've been a follower since you started. Keep it up my man.

[@TheVisitorSNAFU]

I sure hope they don't go bankrupt again like with the last remake. Remember the Witcher 2 was a last ditch effort to save the company an afterthought essentially.

[@victorsouza4554]

Potentially unpopular opinion, but I wouldn't mind other titles with Geralt. I would find it more rational if they transitioned smoothly between one character and another without having the more familiar one disappearing entirely. Just as Vesemir and other important NPCs, we could have an IP where Ciri is the main protagonist, but Geralt is still around and can be interacted with. We all know and love Ciri just as much as Geralt, so it would be a nice incentive to head into new directions without burning any bridges.

[@C0LPAN1C]

I wish they’d reuse as many assets as possible from wild hunt. Hopefully they can import the models, materials, particles and textures into UE5 pretty seamlessly. Should’ve used CDPRs engine, but what do I know?

[@devdutdutta8796]

The shit i am hearing about the direction in which the witcher remake is going, does not give me confidence... The agenda seems to be a large motivation in these remakes and i heard they are changing alot of the originals

[@tareqhaider6327]

I am just wondering how awesome and hilarious it would be, if the next cyberpunk game start with Geralt as protagonist. Just saying the opportunities are endless.

[@shemseddine7547]

For The witcher 4, i believe they should go with the multiple playable characters setup like in dragon age. I believe it would be perfect if we could play geralt, ciri, triss, yen and other new characters.

[@Delta_2209]

If they add brazillian Dub in the remake, its enough for me

[@leifleifnephew5154]

Dear CD Project Red: Ignore the TV series. Completely. Please.

[@InvertedWIng]

Too late. They already patched in shout-outs to it in the third game.

[@alexandruburloiu4102]

I played the first game when it first appeared, 2006 or 2007 if I remember well. My God, I'm old🤣🤣

[@cromerde1989]

a treat to watch as always and informative! i couldnt help but notice that your voice was a lot more bass heavy in this one? not sure if thats intentional, i liked it better before

[@NeonKnight]

I had to record part (second half-ish) of this video in a hotel with a different mic… you’re the first person to comment so hopefully it isn’t too bad. I could only really tell with headphones

[@witchingjokress]

I'm so excited for the remake and its many improvements. But I think his amnesia won't be rewritten as it is still a major plot-point in Witcher 2. Same with Triss abusing his amnesia. Other than that I hope to see/hear more about Yen and Ciri in the first one. And PLEASE a reworked swamp I hated that place to death in the first one.

[@flamesofchaos13]

The thing is we shouldn't be hearing about Yen or Ciri from Triss. She's being manipulative and wants Geralt to herself. It's Dandelion and Zoltan that should directly mention Yen and Ciri while being weirded out that Geralt can't remember them at all.

[@lf9177]

@@flamesofchaos13 True, although it doesn't exactly fit Triss character as described in books... I'm not saying games have to follow the books 100%, just observing the difference :) .

[@witchingjokress]

@@flamesofchaos13 yeah Triss shouldn't be talking about them at all since she's being manipulative but it would be nice if we'd see more traces about them in the world or other characters mentioning them. Geralt only gains his memory back in 2 so the devs hopefully remember that 😅