The Witcher franchise has become one of the most notable fantasy series in gaming, and its current trilogy still draws in an impressive number of players years later. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is considered the apex of the series by many, but with the recently-confirmed Witcher 4, a new chapter could bring the fantasy franchise to even greater heights. The Witcher is spawned from the book series by renowned Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, and the popularity of Geralt and his story has inspired plenty of spin-offs of different types of media.
The good news is that The Witcher 4 is bringing another story forward. Unfortunately, the bad news is that The Witcher is likely a long time away at this point. CD Projekt Red has yet to reveal a release target, so there’s no telling when the fourth chapter will finally see the light of day. Thankfully, there is plenty of Witcher content to explore that hardcore fans may enjoy checking out after finishing all three games.
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Over the Years, The Witcher Franchise Has Inspired a Treasure Trove of Stories
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep on Netflix
When it comes to The Witcher franchise, Netflix’s live-action series has had a rocky history. Henry Cavill gave an inspired performance as Geralt, but now that he has left the show, one of the best parts of watching is missing for a lot of fans. Netflix’s Witcher series may have faced its ups and downs, but its animated spin-off Sirens of the Deep offers a fresh take. Although the Netflix adaptation has been met with mixed reviews, for fans of both animated stories and The Witcher, it could be a great time.
Many viewers have agreed that the return of Doug Cockle as Geralt in Sirens of the Deep is one of the biggest shining points of the spin-off.
Comic Books Connected to the Game Canon
- House of Glass
- Fox Children
- Curse of Crows
- Of Flesh and Flame
- Fading Memories
- Witch’s Lament
- The Ballad of Two Wolves
- Wild Animals
- Corvo Bianco
- The Bear and the Butterfly
- Killing Monsters
- Once Upon a Time in the Woods
- Kiddo
- Frog Kiss
Thanks to comic books, The Witcher games are able to live on beyond PC and consoles, as each story listed above is connected to The Witcher 3. From great artwork to compelling writing, The Witcher comic books bring new life to a world that is already filled to the brim with immersion.
Games That Are Similar to The Witcher
- Elden Ring
- Ghost of Tsushima
- Dragon’s Dogma
- Cyberpunk 2077
- Mass Effect
For The Witcher fans who love following Geralt’s journey for its fantasy elements, games like Elden Ring and Dragon’s Dogma may help tame the cravings, while players who love the franchise’s moral complexity may find Ghost of Tsushima to be a better fit. Cyberpunk 2077 and Mass Effect are clearly sci-fi, but gamers who go for strong RPG elements are bound to find satisfaction in these two titles, especially in the case of Cyberpunk 2077, since it’s also made by CD Projekt Red.
The Witcher 4 was revealed at the 2024 Game Awards.
The Witcher Book Series
Those who want an even deeper dive into the lore of The Witcher can check out the source of where everything began. Gamers who are also book lovers may find some of the most post-Witcher satisfaction from reading the works that made The Witcher games possible. The Witcher games deviate from the source material, but the books are still a fascinating new way to get a taste of a rich fantasy world.
Clearly, there are many ways to continue getting fresh Witcher stories. It just depends on a fan’s personal preference. The Witcher 4 may be far away, but on the bright side, there is a mountain of unique content to sift through.
