New Cyberpunk game: what does this mean for players and CD Projekt Red?

In short

• A new Cyberpunk game has leaked, possibly based on the anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
• Cyberpunk 2077 has sold more than 40 million copies since its 2020 release.
• Development on the new game still appears to be in the research and design phase.

Recent leaks about a new Cyberpunk game have shaken up the gaming community. CD Projekt Red, the studio behind the successful Cyberpunk 2077, may be working with WayForward Technologies on a project inspired by the popular anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The news comes at a crucial time, as Cyberpunk 2077 continues to improve its sales figures, with more than 40 million copies sold worldwide. That number is especially notable given the game’s troubled launch in 2020, which drew heavy criticism and sent CD Projekt Red’s stock price down.

GAME-scanner analysis

A collaboration between CD Projekt Red and WayForward Technologies could bring a fresh direction to the Cyberpunk franchise. The new game, reportedly in development under the codename 'Gemini', is described as a 2.5D brawler. That raises questions about its gameplay mechanics and how they will compare to the open world of Cyberpunk 2077. Uncertainty around the project’s status, with rumors of a possible cancellation, makes things even more intriguing. The gaming community is wondering whether this new title can live up to expectations, especially after the mixed reaction to the original release. Choosing a brawler structure may also be an attempt to reach a broader audience, moving away from the traditional RPG elements that defined Cyberpunk 2077.

What does this mean for players?

For players, this news suggests a potentially new experience in the Cyberpunk universe focused on action and brawler elements. That would be a different approach from the traditional RPG systems of Cyberpunk 2077. Fans of the anime may be especially interested in how Edgerunners storylines and characters are integrated into the new game. However, the uncertainty around development may also be a concern, especially if there are doubts about the project’s progress. The big question is whether the new game can avoid the disappointments of the past and deliver a solid experience.

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