CD Projekt Red's reputation recovery after Cyberpunk 2077: what does this mean for players?

In short

• CD Projekt Red joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski says the studio is still dealing with the fallout from the Cyberpunk 2077 launch.
• The PlayStation 4 version of Cyberpunk 2077 was pulled from Sony's digital storefront shortly after launch because of poor performance.
• Despite the controversy, Cyberpunk 2077 remains a financial success, with total revenue reaching $752 million.

GAME-scanner analysis

Nowakowski's acknowledgment that CD Projekt Red is still working through the reputational damage from Cyberpunk 2077 is an important step in the studio's recovery. The December 2020 launch was troubled, with the PS4 version performing so poorly that Sony removed the game from its digital store. That led to an unprecedented situation in which players could request full refunds. Despite those setbacks, the studio has continued improving the game, which has helped drive a significant revenue increase. The recent expansion, Phantom Liberty, is seen by some fans as a key part of that recovery, although doubts remain about the studio's overall image.

What does this mean for players?

For players, this means CD Projekt Red remains committed to improving Cyberpunk 2077 and rebuilding trust. Ongoing updates and expansions can improve the experience, but the question remains how the studio will further repair its reputation, especially with The Witcher 4 on the horizon. Players should be aware of the studio's history, but also of its current efforts to make things right.

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