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CD Projekt Red says Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 didn't have best boy Roman originally, but the anime "needed a character" to bring the cast together
Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor revealed that the character Roman, a film enthusiast, was not part of the initial pitch for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2. Roman was created to unite the other characters and was inspired by the team's passion for cinema and physical media. The article also touches on the inclusion of characters and elements from the anime into the Cyberpunk 2077 game.
CD Projekt Red says it "tries really hard not to say no" to ideas, but drew the line at Cyberpunk: Edgerunners…
CD Projekt Red representatives Bartosz Sztybor and Saya Elder discussed the creative process behind the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, highlighting how they worked with Studio Trigger to incorporate lore while drawing the line at ideas that would break established canon. They revealed that Studio Trigger frequently proposed destroying Night City and Arasaka, but the team aimed for a 'Yes, and' approach to ideas that fit within the game's universe.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator has noticed the tide is turning against season 1 vs. "superior" season 2
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator Bartosz Sztybor has observed a shift in fan opinion, with more viewers now considering season 2 superior to season 1. While season 1 holds a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, season 2 has an 80% score. Sztybor emphasizes that both seasons are interconnected and contribute to the overall narrative.
Cyberpunk loremaster confirms year of Edgerunners 2 despite creator originally saying it's a "spoiler"
CD Projekt Red loremaster Patrick Mills confirmed that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is set in 2078, moving forward from the events of season 1. This clarification addresses previous ambiguity from creator Bartosz Sztybor, who had called the timeline a "spoiler."
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 Is More Punk Rock Than Blockbuster
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, animated by Studio Trigger and directed by Kai Ikarashi, shifts its visual style from Michael Bay-esque action to a more experimental, "punk rock" aesthetic inspired by Martin Scorsese. Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor highlights this change, noting the increased realism and striking violence, and introduces Roman, a cinephile character who serves as a POV through his analogue camera.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 Mirrors The First Season, But With One Major Difference
Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor discusses Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, stating that it mirrors the first season's themes of love and sacrifice but focuses on a new cast of characters and explores the parent-child relationship from the parent's perspective. The season features four main characters, including Talia, a heavily modified Maelstrom gang member, and hints at potential future seasons and connections to the Cyberpunk 2077 universe and its comics.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 review: "Another nova Night City story"
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 offers a compelling new narrative with an ambitious ensemble story and stunning animation, serving as a worthy follow-up to the first season. While it doesn't quite reach the heights of the original's impact, the new season successfully expands the world of Cyberpunk 2077 with distinct character arcs and impressive visual flair.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator says season 1 was a "happy ending" because it could have ended "so much…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator Bartosz Sztybor views the first season's tragic finale as a "happy ending" because it could have concluded even worse for the characters. He states that while the characters are tragic, their outcome was inevitable, and he doesn't expect his worldview on the Cyberpunk setting to change for the second season, which will feature an entirely new cast.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 director searched Cyberpunk 2077 with a "virtual camera" to find the best…
Studio Trigger, the animation team behind Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, utilized a "virtual camera" within Cyberpunk 2077 to scout locations for season 2. Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor explained that director Kai Ikarashi explored Night City in-game to find suitable spots, mirroring the character Roman's actions. The upcoming season promises to feature more recognizable locations from the game.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is in "constant dialogue" with season 1, with one character inspired by a…
Creator Bartosz Sztybor has stated that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 is in "constant dialogue" with the first season, despite featuring a new cast. The new season explores themes of fading glory with characters like Weak Kingsley, contrasting with the "zero to hero" narrative of season 1. While David Martinez is confirmed to be dead, his story's impact influences the direction of the new season.
CD Projekt Red hints that the live-action Cyberpunk movie will be an original story: "We definitely don't want…
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski has stated that the upcoming Cyberpunk movie will tell an original story within the game's universe, rather than adapting the game's plot directly. This approach is seen as beneficial, drawing parallels to the success of the original story in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. A release date is not expected for several years.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners creator received "dozens" of DMs a day about bringing David back, but he's sure…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners showrunner Bartosz Sztybor acknowledges fan pressure to bring back the character David for season 2, but insists the new season will feature a completely different group of protagonists to stay true to the IP. Despite the departure from beloved characters, early reactions to season 2 have been overwhelmingly positive.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners writer says if season 1 was a Michael Bay film, season 2 is a Martin Scorsese drama where we…
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 writer Bartosz Sztybor described the upcoming season as a Martin Scorsese-style drama, contrasting with the first season's Michael Bay-esque action. He also cautioned fans against becoming too attached to new characters, hinting at potential character deaths. The second season is set to premiere on Netflix this fall.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 fans have high praise for Weak Kingsley's English-language voice actor: "One…
The English-language voice cast for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 has been revealed, with Clancy Brown set to voice the character Weak Kingsley. Fans have expressed strong approval for this casting choice, with executive producer Saya Elder noting it was a personal recommendation. Other cast members announced include Kimoy Lee as Talia Yang, Nazeeh Tarsha as D, and Valeria Rodriguez as Roman Carax. The second season is scheduled to premiere on Netflix this fall.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Gets New Trailer and Fall 2026 Release Window
CD PROJEKT RED has released a new trailer for the upcoming anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, announcing a Fall 2026 release window exclusively on Netflix. The anime, a collaboration with studio TRIGGER, will feature a standalone story with a new cast of characters. A panel at Anime Expo will offer an exclusive screening of the first episode.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Trailer Drops as CD PROJEKT RED Confirms Netflix Release | Invision Game Community
CD Projekt Red has released a new trailer for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2, an upcoming anime produced in collaboration with Studio TRIGGER, set to premiere on Netflix in fall 2026. The trailer showcases a new cast and story, featuring the song "You Can’t Run From Me" by Rico Nasty. The series is directed by Kai Ikarashi and written by Bartosz Sztybor, with a panel and exclusive first episode screening planned for Anime Expo 2026.
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.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Was a Tearjerker, But One Writer Says It Almost Had 'Even Worse Endings'
Writer Bartosz Sztybor revealed that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners nearly had even more devastating endings than the one ultimately presented. The discussion centers on the narrative choices and their potential impact on the anime's conclusion.
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.
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.
