"Cyberpunk 2007 Served as a Preliminary Exercise for the Upcoming Game"

 

Amidst the realm of game development, a developer from CD Projekt Red asserts that Cyberpunk 2077 merely served as a preliminary exercise, marking the inception of the sequel's development. In a novel workspace, Igor Sarzyński, the narrative director, expresses the team's intent to ignite the creative process for their forthcoming endeavor, currently denoted as Project Orion.

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This revelation coincides with the conclusion of Cyberpunk 2077's ongoing evolution, with no additional features slated for incorporation. The latest update, unveiled in December, introduced the much-sought-after metro feature, concluding a series of significant patches as CDPR shifts its gaze towards the horizon.

A capture from Cyberpunk featuring Kermit adorned in a Sith hood in the corner and a calendar denoting 2024 above Kermit's visage

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"First day in the Boston office! Delighted to reconnect with old acquaintances and officially instigate our Orion odyssey," shares Sarzyński on Twitter, as observed by PC Gamer. "I couldn't be more exhilarated for this undertaking, and I'm confident we can fashion it into something extraordinary. 2077 was merely a prelude."

Although originating from a light-hearted commentary about returning to the office, characterizing 2077 as a mere "prelude" constitutes a remarkably audacious statement. Its inception dates back to 2012, unveiling itself to widespread criticism in 2020. Over the preceding years, the studio diligently reconstructed its reputation through complimentary updates, aligning Cyberpunk 2077 more closely with the previewed vision. The Phantom Liberty expansion, a paid addition, showcased the refined RPG mechanics.

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Consequently, if CDPR aspires to amplify its scope in the sequel, a protracted waiting period appears inevitable. This holds particularly true if the company aims to circumvent a recurrence of a calamitous launch, as indications were that developers sought additional time and cautioned against adhering to the original 2020 release date.