The gaming community is buzzing with excitement over a new fan project titled The Witcher 3: The Last Wish. This ambitious initiative aims to recreate the original adventures of Geralt of Rivia, based on the works of Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. The project pays homage to Sapkowski’s collection of short stories, which laid the foundation for the acclaimed video game series developed by CD Projekt RED.
Bringing Literature to Life
Since the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in 2015, fans have longed to experience Geralt’s earlier exploits. Sapkowski first introduced the character in 1986, winning a short story competition that would eventually lead to a series of publications starting with Blood of Elves in 1994. The Last Wish project seeks to fulfill the desires of fans eager to explore the rich narratives of the original literature.
The Last Wish is described as a “fully playable recreation” of Sapkowski’s stories, with a strong commitment to the source material. The development team intends to recreate each short story in the collection, starting with The Lesser Evil. This story acts as a showcase for the project’s vision, which aims to complement the existing RPG elements of The Witcher 3 with action-adventure gameplay.
Alpha Release and Future Prospects
The Alpha version of The Lesser Evil is now available for players, with developers planning refinements ahead of the Beta release. Using REDkit, CD Projekt RED’s official modding tool, the team has meticulously combed through the original text to craft an authentic experience. Screenshots from the project reveal that the creator has successfully retained the atmosphere of The Witcher 3 while honoring Sapkowski’s narrative style.
Community reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Fans on the r/witcher subreddit have shared their enthusiasm, with one user commenting, “I’m shocked at how amazing this looks,” while another expressed admiration for the effort involved. The project has ignited a wave of excitement, as players anticipate more adaptations of Sapkowski’s stories.
Those interested can follow the mod’s progress by subscribing to The Last Wish newsletter, which offers insights into the development process, including updates on voice acting enhancements and screenshots. The creators have already utilized donations to replace previous AI-generated voices with performances from real-life voice actors, enhancing the overall experience.
The timing of this project is particularly notable, as fans await news of both The Witcher IV and potential DLC for The Witcher 3, rumored to be released later this year. The Last Wish promises to keep the spirit of Geralt’s adventures alive while bridging the gap between literature and gaming.
