Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
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Cyberpunk 2077 passes another extraordinary sales milestone as CD Projekt Red hails "the incredible, lasting strength" of the game
CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 40 million copies, highlighting the game's enduring success. This milestone follows the successful launch of the Phantom Liberty expansion and a significant 2.0 systems overhaul. The company also mentioned ongoing development for Cyberpunk 2 and The Witcher 4.
Cyberpunk 2077 Has Sold 40 Million Copies in Its Lifetime
CD Projekt RED announced that Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 40 million copies worldwide since its December 2020 launch, with the Phantom Liberty expansion selling 10 million copies by May 2025. The developer also confirmed that the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 anime is arriving this Fall and that Project Orion, the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, has entered pre-production.
December Backlog Cleanup: 5 Games to Close | TAG
This guide offers strategies for clearing video game backlogs during the week between Christmas and New Year's. It recommends focusing on finishing games already in progress, suggesting titles like Spider-Man 2, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Elden Ring Nightreign, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article also provides advice on managing time, re-engaging with paused games, and avoiding common pitfalls to start the new year with a sense of accomplishment.
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.
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.
CD Projekt Believes Its “Redemption Arc” is Incomplete, Wants to Win Back Fans With The Witcher 4
CD Projekt RED's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the company's redemption arc following Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch is not yet complete, despite significant improvements and the success of the Phantom Liberty expansion. He expressed hope that future titles, including The Witcher 4, will fully regain lost fan trust. The company plans to focus on developing high-quality games rather than releasing many titles annually, with The Witcher 4 not expected before 2027.
CD Projekt Red boss believes some fans were forever burned by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: 'I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people indefinitely'
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077 permanently alienated some players, despite the game's eventual redemption through patches and the Phantom Liberty expansion. He hopes future titles like The Witcher 4 will help regain lost trust. The studio aims to become a more prolific developer without releasing a major title annually.
CDPR boss hopes The Witcher 4 wins back fans still put off by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: "I'm not 100 percent convinced we went through the full redemption arc"
CD Projekt Red's joint CEO Michał Nowakowski hopes The Witcher 4 can help regain fans lost due to Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch, acknowledging that some trust may be permanently damaged. Despite Cyberpunk 2077's subsequent success and numerous updates, Nowakowski believes the studio has not yet achieved a full redemption arc and aims to win back players with future titles.
Cyberpunk 2077 in 30-Minute Sessions | TAG
This guide explains how to complete Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion within limited 30-minute weekday gaming sessions, estimating completion times ranging from 3 to 7 months depending on weekend play. It offers strategies for session-by-session play, mission prioritization, build planning, and managing game systems like cyberware and perks to fit a busy schedule. The article also touches on PC mods for efficiency and advises on the best platform for playing in 2026.
8 Open World Games to Finish Before GTA 6 Drops | TAG
This guide helps busy adults prioritize their open-world game backlogs before the release of Grand Theft Auto 6. It suggests finishing Red Dead Redemption 2 and Cyberpunk 2077 first, followed by Elden Ring if time permits, and offers triage rules for deciding which games to complete or abandon based on playtime and completion percentage.
What to Play Before GTA 6: 12 Backlog Clearers | TAG
This guide suggests games to play before the eventual launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, estimated for late 2026 or early 2027. It recommends clearing backlog titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, Cyberpunk 2077, and Elden Ring, which require significant time commitments. Shorter games such as Hi-Fi Rush and Mafia: Definitive Edition are also suggested for completion within the pre-GTA 6 window.
Witcher 3’s Blood And Wine Expansion Was Nearly Called Something Totally Different
CD Projekt's Pawel Sasko revealed that The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine expansion was initially internally codenamed 'Bells of Beauclair' before being renamed for its "captivating title." The discussion occurred around the expansion's 10th anniversary, highlighting the significant development effort involved. The article also briefly mentions Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion Phantom Liberty, as well as future Witcher titles.
While we wait for the new Witcher 3 DLC, here are the 7 best game expansions to play in 2026
This list ranks the seven best downloadable content expansions for video games, including titles like The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article highlights how these expansions enhance their base games with new stories, areas, and gameplay mechanics.
The Witcher 3's New Songs of the Past Expansion Could Be as Big as Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
CD Projekt Red has clarified that the upcoming 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be a full expansion, comparable in scope to Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. This new content, expected in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, is being developed by Fool's Theory with assistance from CD Projekt Red and is projected to offer a substantial amount of new gameplay.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past is an expansion and not DLC, says CD Projekt Red, teasing a "major" release…
CD Projekt Red has clarified that 'Songs of the Past,' a new content release for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, is an expansion rather than DLC. Community manager Marcin Łukaszewski explained that expansions are major content additions with significant gameplay, while DLCs are smaller, free pieces of content. Associate game director Paweł Sasko also shared a video emphasizing this distinction.
Cosplayer creates a real-life Cyberpunk 2077 jacket, complete with a flexible OLED collar that you can actually game on
A YouTuber named Zibartas has created a real-life replica of the NUSA infiltrator jacket from Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, featuring a functional flexible OLED collar that can display video. The complex project involved overcoming challenges with synchronizing multiple OLED panels and protecting their delicate conductors, ultimately allowing the creator to even play Cyberpunk 2077 on the jacket's collar.
Witcher 3's heaviest scene stunned its devs into silence, but Cyberpunk 2's associate director says it was crucial for 'understanding the craft' of quest design
Paweł Sasko, associate director on Cyberpunk 2 and former lead quest designer for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, discussed the impact of Vesemir's death scene on developers. He stated that the scene, which stunned the development team into silence, was crucial for understanding the craft of quest and narrative design. Sasko also mentioned that he enjoyed working on such impactful moments.
"We learned our lesson": The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 won't repeat the development mistakes of Cyberpunk…
CD Projekt Red developers state that The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 will avoid the development pitfalls of Cyberpunk 2077 by improving their documentation processes. The studio has learned from past issues, particularly with the Witcher remake and Phantom Liberty DLC, by centralizing knowledge and improving collaboration between teams.
"It was chaos": How The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 are learning from decades of CD Projekt's documentation mistakes
CD Projekt is implementing new documentation processes for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2 to avoid past mistakes that hindered development on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion. The company learned that comprehensive internal documentation is crucial for long-term project success and knowledge transfer, especially with a growing global workforce. This new approach emphasizes maintaining up-to-date records from the outset to streamline future development and prevent the loss of critical information.
The Best PC Games To Play In 2026
This guide highlights the best PC games available in 2026, spanning various genres and including both recent releases and enduring live-service titles. The list emphasizes games that run well on PC, with considerations for hardware and accessibility, and notes that many titles are also playable on devices like the Steam Deck.
