Following the releases of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, not all CD Projekt RED veterans remained with the company. Some chose to pursue The Blood of Dawnwalker.

Recently revealed, The Blood of Dawnwalker is developed by Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by a CD Projekt RED veteran.

Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a key figure, explained his departure from CDPR:

He sought a new creative challenge with his friends, leading to the formation of Rebel Wolves. Their shared passion for RPGs and their history fueled a desire to innovate within the genre. Tomaszkiewicz felt that existing RPG conventions could be significantly expanded upon, and they conceived ambitious, unconventional ideas. The difficulty of convincing a large corporation to embrace such novel concepts, particularly with new intellectual property, prompted the decision to establish their own studio. This independent approach, while risky, allows for greater creative freedom. In contrast to larger studios, Rebel Wolves emphasizes strong interpersonal relationships and collaboration within its smaller team. This fosters efficient communication, streamlined vision-sharing, and a more vibrant creative atmosphere. The result is a simpler path to realizing their unique vision.