Cyberpunk 2 is now a reality. Polish studio CD Projekt Red has confirmed that the successor to Cyberpunk 2077, previously known as Project Orion, has officially entered the pre-production phase. This was revealed during the publication of their first-quarter financial results in 2025. Following several months of conceptual work—where the universe, gameplay intentions, and narrative foundations were defined—Cyberpunk 2 moves to the next stage: pre-production. This means that the studio is forming core teams, beginning to create playable prototypes to test key mechanics, and most importantly, laying the technical groundwork for the game. It has been confirmed that the title will be built on Unreal Engine 5, an engine already tested in CD Projekt’s pipeline since The Witcher’s overhaul and the latest extension, Phantom Liberty.
For this new installment of Cyberpunk, CD Projekt has relocated its primary development team to North America, specifically within CD Projekt Red North America, an entity situated between Boston and Vancouver. This international approach seeks to attract seasoned professionals from the AAA industry while offering a fresh perspective on the established Cyberpunk universe. The original creator of the Cyberpunk license, Mike Pondsmith, continues his involvement remotely. He recently disclosed that although Night City will remain integral, a new metropolis will also be explored. Described as “a Chicago gone wrong,” this additional city promises to expand the geopolitical and narrative scope of the series. With the project now in pre-production, it is clear that the game’s release date remains several years away. No specific launch window has been announced, and the studio appears committed to avoiding past communication errors. CD Projekt aims to carefully manage its schedule, stabilize its technology, and ensure a polished final product upon release.
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty continues its successful performance, having exceeded 10 million copies sold. An Ultimate Edition, which includes all content, will be released for Nintendo Switch on June 5, 2025, underscoring the enduring presence of the Cyberpunk franchise in the video game industry.
For fans of action-packed gaming experiences, Carlos Mendoza’s blog post titled “Goldorak: The Wolves’ Feast – New Beat ‘Em All Gameplay Sequence with Official Music,” published on August 21, 2023, is a must-read. Microids recently teased the upcoming release of their latest title, offering a sneak peek at its exhilarating gameplay and featuring the reorchestrated musical score by Marcin Przybyłowicz. Dive into this brief yet thrilling glimpse at what’s to come on November 17, 2023 (link: Goldorak: The Wolves’ Feast – New Beat ‘Em All Gameplay Sequence with Official Music). For fans eagerly awaiting more content in the Cyberpunk universe, make sure to check out “Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty to Feature Easter Eggs from Netflix Series” by Marcus Thompson (August 23, 2023), where he delves into the recently revealed gameplay trailer for the upcoming DLC. The expansion promises not only thrilling additions like vehicle combat and an improved skill tree but also nods to the beloved Edgerunners anime series on Netflix. Set to release on September 26th, Phantom Liberty looks to be a must-play for both returning players and newcomers inspired by the anime adaptation. Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty to Feature Easter Eggs from Netflix Series
