Original Witcher Lead Story Designer Wraps Up 26-Episode Dev Commentary Series
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Artur Ganszyniec, lead story designer of the original 2007 Witcher game, has finished a 26-episode YouTube commentary series offering behind-the-scenes insights ahead of the upcoming remake.
As anticipation builds for the upcoming remake of the original Witcher game, players looking for some behind-the-scenes history have a new archive to dive into. Artur Ganszyniec, who served as the lead story designer on the 2007 RPG, has just completed a massive 26-episode developer commentary series on YouTube. Over the course of six months, Ganszyniec replayed his work, pulled back the curtain on the studio's early days, and shared personal memories from development that span nearly two decades.
While Ganszyniec left CD Projekt back in 2010 and is not involved in the current remake, his retrospective offers a fascinating look at how the foundational entry came together. The series has even caught the attention of current studio leadership, with Witcher 4 narrative director Philipp Weber pointing fans toward the videos for insight into potential narrative changes the upcoming remake might explore. Ganszyniec notes that his perspective is just one piece of the puzzle, but hearing a key creative revisit the source material provides essential context for long-time fans and newer players alike.
This kind of creator-led archival content is a fantastic way to bridge the gap between classic releases and modern rebuilds, especially in a community that values the history behind modern franchises. Whether you are prepping for the remake on current-gen hardware or just looking for background listening while grinding in your current rotation, you can check out the full breakdown over at Rock Paper Shotgun. Original reporting and details on the series can be found in the full feature on Rock Paper Shotgun.
Tags: The Witcher, CD Projekt Red, PC Gaming, Retro Gaming, YouTube
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun