The Witcher 4 Team Steals Away the Lead Gameplay Designer from Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Following the success of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, CD Projekt RED absorbed one senior developer from Warhorse Studios for its next big project. This just shows how in demand people with experience working on the acclaimed RPG franchise are.
Key Aspects Behind This Transition
The developer at the center of this move is Karel Kolmann. Here are the specifics of why things will soon change:
- Developer: Karel Kolmann
- Former Role: Lead Gameplay Designer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II at Warhorse Studios.
- New Role: Senior Quest Designer at CD Projekt RED.
- New Project: Fourth installation of The Witcher series.
What This Means for Both Studios
Although Kolmann did not give specific reasons for his decision, this seems to be an opportunity for him to advance his career. He sent a positive message to his former colleagues at Warhorse stating that they should "never change" and carry on making great games.
For Warhorse Studios, the current focus is on finalizing the release of the last expansion for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Thereafter, the company is expected to switch gears to begin developing a third part in the series. For CD Projekt RED, this is a hire that brings an experienced designer to one of the industry's most anticipated titles.
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