Ethan Crossfield 
Dandelion appears set to return in The Witcher 4 after his longtime Polish voice actor, Jacek Kopczyński, revealed that he has already recorded some lines for CD Projekt Red’s next RPG. The comment was made during a panel in Warsaw and does not appear to be a formal studio announcement, but it adds another familiar face to the game’s growing returning cast.
What happened
Kopczyński discussed his involvement during a PSX Extreme Party 2026 panel on September 5, speaking with Polish journalist Dawid Muszyński. According to a recap from Wiedźminlandia, the actor said he had recorded a small amount of dialogue as Dandelion for The Witcher 4.
That disclosure leaves some uncertainty around the character’s final role. Kopczyński did not indicate how much additional recording remains, or whether he has been asked to return to the studio. The remark also has no clear confirmation of CD Projekt Red’s approval, so it should be treated as an informal update rather than a full casting announcement.
Why Dandelion’s return matters
Dandelion, also known as Jaskier and Julian Alfred Pankratz, has appeared in all three previous mainline Witcher games. He is one of Geralt’s longest-standing companions, with a history that extends well beyond the events depicted in the games.
His connection to both Geralt and Ciri makes him a natural legacy character for the next chapter. Ciri has already been revealed as The Witcher 4’s protagonist, while Geralt has also been confirmed to return. Dandelion’s inclusion would therefore give the new story another direct link to the original trilogy, even if his contribution ultimately amounts to a brief appearance.
The Witcher 3 also uses Dandelion as an important source of character and quest narration, making his presence especially recognizable to longtime players. However, his previous importance does not establish how prominently he will feature in Ciri’s solo adventure.
What to watch next
The key question is whether Dandelion’s recorded material represents an early part of a larger role or nearly all of his involvement. Kopczyński’s description of the work as limited could point to a cameo, but it may also simply reflect an unfinished recording schedule.
CD Projekt Red has not formally explained Dandelion’s place in the story, and the studio is currently targeting a 2028 release for The Witcher 4. That leaves plenty of time for further casting details and story information to emerge. Until the developer comments directly, fans should avoid treating the voice actor’s disclosure as evidence that Dandelion will be a major companion or quest character.
Key takeaways
- Jacek Kopczyński says he has recorded some Dandelion dialogue for The Witcher 4.
- The information comes from an informal panel appearance, not a formal CD Projekt Red announcement.
- Dandelion’s recording workload was described as limited.
- His eventual role could range from a cameo to a larger part that is still in development.
- The game is currently targeting a 2028 release.
Expert View
Dandelion is exactly the kind of returning character that can connect Ciri’s new journey to the trilogy without taking its spotlight away. The most important detail is not simply that he is returning, but that his limited recording so far keeps expectations in check. CD Projekt Red can use him for continuity while allowing The Witcher 4 to establish a distinct identity around Ciri.
