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CD Projekt Red confirms a "cyberpunk legend" is in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, but leaks suggest…
CD Projekt Red has revealed details about the main characters for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, including a "washed-up cyberpunk legend" named Weak Kingsley. Leaks suggest a fifth character, Avida, is Weak's old flame and mother to Talia, a Maelstrom member. The new season, focusing on themes of family, obsession, and legacy, is set to release on Netflix this fall.
The Witcher and Cyberpunk company we've all been calling CD Projekt Red is now officially CD Projekt Red, presumably because they got sick of us calling them CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt, the parent company of the development studio CD Projekt Red, has officially unified its brand name to CD Projekt Red. This change aims to improve global brand consistency and player recognition, merging the identities of the distributor founded in 1994 and the studio behind The Witcher and Cyberpunk games founded in 2002.
We finally got our first good look at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, and I hate to break it to you but I don't think this one's gonna have a happy ending either
Netflix has released the first trailer for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, which is set to premiere this fall. The trailer showcases intense action and introduces new characters like Weak, D, Talia, and Roman, hinting at another potentially tragic ending for the anime series. The article also touches upon the anticipation for CD Projekt Red's next game in the Cyberpunk universe.
CD Projekt Becomes CD PROJEKT RED
Polish game developer and publisher CD Projekt has officially changed its name to CD PROJEKT RED. The rebranding was reported by GamesIndustry.biz.
I wasn't convinced Cyberpunk: Edgerunners could have a sadder ending until I read its writer's other pitches—and boy did we get off easy
This article discusses alternative, darker endings considered for the anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, as revealed by writer Bartosz Sztybor. One proposed ending involved David's consciousness being transferred into a robot for corporate wars, which was deemed too grim and existential horror. Ultimately, the writer and producer opted for the heartbreaking conclusion present in the final version to preserve the emotional impact.
CD Projekt rebrand makes things simultaneously simpler and more confusing
CD Projekt is rebranding its parent company to CD Projekt Red, consolidating its identity under the name of its game development studio. This move aims to simplify brand recognition globally, though it may create confusion between the corporate entity and its game development operations. The company is working on titles like Cyberpunk 2 and The Witcher 4.
CD Projekt rebrands to CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt has officially changed its company name to CD Projekt Red to unify its brand with its primary game development studio. This decision, voted on at the company's general meeting, aims to improve brand consistency and market identification. The company is currently working on The Witcher 4, a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, and other projects like Project Sirius and Project Hadar.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 mantis blade slices its way out of Netflix's doors this autumn, with a fresh crew of tech-infused Night City dwellers
The second season of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime is set to release this autumn, with Netflix and CD Projekt Red revealing a new cast of characters. The series, animated by Trigger, will follow a fresh crew in Night City and is described as a raw chronicle of redemption and revenge. The new season will feature characters like Weak Kingsley, D, Roman Carax, and Talia Yang.
CD Projekt is rebranding as CD Projekt Red, but confusingly, CD Projekt Red is still CD Projekt Red
CD Projekt has officially rebranded to CD Projekt Red, unifying the company and its development studio under a single name. This change aims to streamline brand communication and identification on the global market. The company also reflected on the challenging launch of Cyberpunk 2077, with joint CEO Michał Nowakowski calling it a 'heartbreaking' period for the studio.
CD Projekt Red manager says Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2's first character reveal "resonates with me a…
CD Projekt Red social media manager Marcin Lukasewski expressed personal connection to Weak Kingsley, a new character revealed for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, due to his older age. The article also introduces another new character, D, and mentions that a third character is yet to be revealed. A more detailed announcement is expected on June 29, with a panel at Anime Expo in July.
Cyberpunk 2 lead says "some days I feel our industry is imploding" as Destiny 2 studio Bungie is hit with mass layoffs: "Teams and game projects are getting slaughtered"
Cyberpunk 2077 associate game director Paweł Sasko expressed concern over the state of the video game industry, stating it feels like it's "imploding" due to frequent layoffs and project cancellations. This sentiment comes as Bungie, the studio behind Destiny 2, experienced significant layoffs, with other studios like Xbox Game Studios and Electronic Arts also reportedly cutting staff. CD Projekt Red, which itself had layoffs in 2023, is actively hiring for projects including The Witcher 4 and a new IP.
I've spent 5 hours diving into the Steam Summer Sale with our features editor, and these are the 11 best games on…
The Steam Summer Sale is live, featuring significant discounts on a variety of games. This guide highlights 11 top picks, including Resident Evil Requiem, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with many titles reaching their lowest prices to date.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that older games are just as relevant as new ones
The upcoming 2027 expansion for The Witcher 3, 'Songs of the Past,' highlights a growing trend of developers revisiting older games with new content. This phenomenon is driven by a plateau in technological advancement, making older titles still feel relevant, and a rising sentimentality within the industry, with studios paying homage to classics that inspired them.
10 great games to grab during the Steam Summer Sale 2026
The Steam Summer Sale 2026 offers significant discounts on a variety of PC games until July 9th. Notable deals include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth at 60% off, Dave the Diver at 50% off, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at 90% off. The sale features a mix of genres and includes titles like Blasphemous 2, Robocop: Rogue City, and Hotline Miami.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners writer says there were somehow "worse endings" planned for David, if you can believe…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners writer Bartosz Sztybor revealed that an alternate ending was considered where protagonist David survives but is captured by Arasaka and forced to fight in corporate wars as a robot. This ending was deemed too depressing, and the final version where David dies was chosen. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming season 2 of the anime and a Cyberpunk 2077 sequel.
Emergent history simulation The End of History marks six months in Early Access with its biggest update wave yet, now 30% off in the Steam Summer Sale
The emergent history simulation game The End of History is celebrating six months in Early Access with its largest update wave yet. Developed by Hiroshi Sakakibara under the Tatamibeya name, the game is currently 30% off during the Steam Summer Sale, its deepest discount to date. The update introduces significant improvements to relationships, tactical systems, and the user interface, building upon the game's sandbox strategy RPG foundation.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 peels back its mystery cast in new look, and we're convinced this is Night…
A new look at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, revealed at the Annecy Animation Festival, features a blonde protagonist holding a camcorder, strongly suggesting they will replace David as the lead. Studio Trigger and CD Projekt Red are producing the new season, which will feature a different crew and a standalone story set in Night City. The series' franchise creative director, Bartosz Sztybor, confirmed he is writing, producing, and showrunning the new season.
CD Projekt Red boss believes Cyberpunk 2077 cost developer fans, pins hopes on The Witcher 4
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski admitted that the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077 damaged the company's reputation and likely lost them fans indefinitely. He expressed hope that future titles, such as The Witcher 4, can help regain player trust, acknowledging that the company is still working towards a full redemption arc.
CD Projekt Boss Says Reputation Not Fully Healed After Cyberpunk 2077 Catastrophe
CD Projekt joint CEO Michał Nowakowski acknowledges that the company's reputation has not been fully restored following the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077. Despite the game's eventual success and turnaround, Nowakowski believes some fans have lost faith indefinitely but hopes future titles like The Witcher 4 can help regain trust.
The Witcher 4 Can't Be Another Cyberpunk 2077, and CD Projekt Red Knows It
CD Projekt Red is aware of the critical importance of a successful launch for The Witcher 4, aiming to avoid the mistakes made with Cyberpunk 2077's troubled release. Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski acknowledged the damage done by Cyberpunk 2077's launch and expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, can fully restore player faith.
