Paweł Sasko
Reporting and statements that mention Paweł Sasko.
Latest coverage
Cyberpunk 2077 lead wanted the 2.5 update to be "more meaningful" than what CD Projekt Red did last time for…
Paweł Sasko, associate director for Cyberpunk 2077, stated that update 2.5 was intended to be a more meaningful addition than the previous update tied to the first season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The update, released alongside the Edgerunners 2 debut, aimed to create a consistent universe by integrating game and anime narratives, including a new quest that serves as a prequel to the show. This focus on cohesive storytelling has contributed to Cyberpunk 2077's highest Steam player count in three years.
Cyberpunk 2077 Still Gets Updates Because “This World Keeps Giving Us Reasons to Return,” Says CDPR
CD Projekt RED continues to support Cyberpunk 2077 with updates, aiming to enrich the game world and provide players with more ways to interact with Night City. Associate game director Paweł Sasko highlighted that the world itself provides ongoing inspiration for new content, referencing the impact of the Edgerunners anime and the upcoming Project Orion.
CD Projekt Red just can't stop updating Cyberpunk 2077: "This world keeps giving us reasons to return to…
CD Projekt Red has released a significant update, version 2.5, for Cyberpunk 2077, adding a prequel quest to Cyberpunk Edgerunners, console mod support, dual-wielding, and a new City Tours feature. Associate game director Paweł Sasko stated the update aims to make Night City richer and more believable, emphasizing the developer's continued commitment to the game even as they work on a sequel and other titles.
Cyberpunk 2077 lead says it's been a "hell of a weekend" as the RPG hit its highest Steam player count in 3 years thanks to Edgerunners 2 and 2.5 update
Cyberpunk 2077 experienced a significant surge in Steam player count, reaching its highest in three years with over 187,000 concurrent players. This spike is attributed to the recent 2.5 update, the second season of the Edgerunners anime, and a 70% discount. CD Projekt Red's associate director Paweł Sasko expressed joy at the numbers and solicited player feedback for future improvements.
Cyberpunk 2 Associate Director Says Half of Game's Quest Team Are Former Modders
Pawel Sasko, associate game director for Cyberpunk 2077, revealed that a significant portion of the game's quest development team consists of individuals who were previously modders. CD Projekt Red has actively recruited these modders to contribute to the highly anticipated sequel.
Games industry mourns sudden BioWare closure - "Anyone who participated in this travesty should be ashamed"
The gaming industry is mourning the sudden closure of BioWare, a legendary RPG developer, with many former employees and industry peers sharing their sadness and reflecting on the studio's legacy. The closure, which follows significant layoffs across Electronic Arts studios including Respawn and Maxis, has drawn criticism towards EA and those involved in the decision, with many expressing anger that talented developers are left jobless.
CD Projekt Red has "hired so many modders" that Cyberpunk 2 co-lead says "I think half of the quest team…
CD Projekt Red has significantly integrated modders into its development teams for Cyberpunk 2077 and its upcoming sequel, Cyberpunk 2. According to Cyberpunk 2 associate game director Pawel Sasko, a substantial portion of the quest team comprises former modders. This practice highlights the value of community contributions in game development.
CD Projekt Red details new Cyberpunk 2077 update - adding dual-wielding, cross-platform mods, Edgerunners story quests, and more
CD Projekt Red has detailed a significant update for Cyberpunk 2077, introducing features like dual-wielding for pistols and revolvers, cyberware customization, cross-platform mod support via mod.io, and a new Edgerunners-themed story quest. The update, arriving October 22nd on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, also includes a new radio station, Night City Tours quests, and various technical improvements such as DLSS 4.5 support and an FOV slider.
Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.5 adds a new quest as a prequel for Edgerunners 2 – and mod support on consoles that…
CD Projekt Red has detailed upcoming features for Cyberpunk 2077's 2.5 update, including a new quest serving as a prequel to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, developed with input from the show's team. The update also introduces mod support for consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S via Mod.io, dual-wielding pistols and revolvers, enhanced player customization with new Cyberware looks, and a FOV slider on consoles.
Cyberpunk 2077 Is Celebrating Edgerunners Season 2 With A Surprise Update
CD Projekt Red announced Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5, coinciding with the second season of the Cyberpunk Edgerunners anime. The update, launching October 22 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, will introduce new items and features inspired by the anime, including cyberware customization and a new dual-wielding playstyle. Associate game director Pawel Sasko expressed excitement for the substantial content.
Cyberpunk 2077 is Getting a Film Adaptation Produced by Paramount Pictures – Rumor
Paramount Pictures is reportedly producing a film adaptation of CD Projekt RED's Cyberpunk 2077, with Lorenzo di Bonaventura attached as a producer. CD Projekt RED will also be involved in the project, though no specific details have been revealed yet. This news follows the success of Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion, Phantom Liberty, which have collectively sold over 55 million copies.
The Witcher 3 Remastered patch targets graphics issues and boats moving "uncontrollably" as CD Projekt Red promises it's "working" on Switch 2 fixes
CD Projekt Red has released patch 5.01 for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, addressing various bugs and graphical issues across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The studio is also working on an update for the Nintendo Switch 2 version to bring it closer to parity with other platforms.
The Witcher 3 Remastered leads to new Steam player peak of nearly 140,000 as CD Projekt Red celebrates its 11-year-old…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has reached a new all-time peak of nearly 140,000 concurrent players on Steam following the release of its remaster. CD Projekt Red expressed gratitude for the surge in players, with associate game director Paweł Sasko sharing his excitement on Twitter.
"We're working on it": The Witcher 3 Remastered gets 2 hotfixes in 1 day as CD Projekt Red promises more improvements to the RPG amid ongoing performance issues
CD Projekt Red has released multiple hotfixes for The Witcher 3 Remastered on PC and consoles to address pressing issues including lighting, DLSS, save file problems, audio volume, and NVIDIA Hairworks performance. The developer has acknowledged ongoing problems and promised further improvements, with a PC hotfix being 5GB in size and console fixes for volume issues planned.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past Will Have Differences if You Finish Blood and Wine First
The upcoming expansion for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, titled Songs of the Past, will feature story differences based on whether players have completed the Blood and Wine expansion. Developer Fool's Theory confirmed that while players can start the new content after the base game, choices and dialogue will reflect prior expansion completion. The expansion, set to release in 2027, aims to explore Geralt's relationship with Dandelion.
The Witcher 3’s Songs of the Past is Being Made Because There Are Still Stories Left to Tell
Fool's Theory is developing The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, an expansion that will explore the relationship between Geralt and Dandelion. Originally considered for the base game, the expansion's scale made it impossible until the remaster. It is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past can be played without the other expansions, but it will know if you do
The upcoming 'Songs of the Past' DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, developed by Fool's Theory and CD Projekt Red, will be playable even if players haven't completed the previous expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine. However, the game will acknowledge player choices from those expansions in dialogue and story consequences. The DLC is set to release in 2027 and continues Geralt's story after his retirement.
The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past sounds like it's mirroring Blood and Wine in being "a lot dreamier" than a "bread-and-butter Witcher story"
CD Projekt Red and Fool's Theory are exploring a dreamier, more stylistic narrative approach for the upcoming expansion 'The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past,' differentiating it from the core 'Witcher' stories and even the 'Blood and Wine' DLC. This expansion aims to delve deeper into character relationships, particularly focusing on Geralt and Dandelion's friendship, which has not been fully explored in previous titles.
Cyberpunk 2077’s Launch Was Not Erased by Phantom Liberty, Says Designer
CD Projekt RED designer Paweł Sasko reflected on the development of Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion, emphasizing the shift to multidisciplinary teams for the latter. He stated that Phantom Liberty does not erase the game's troubled launch but acknowledged the significant improvements made. The expansion has sold 15 million copies, with the base game reaching 40 million.
Cyberpunk 2077 designer doesn't think Phantom Liberty's success "erases" the terrible launch of the…
CD Projekt Red designer Pawel Sasko acknowledges that the success of Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty does not erase the disastrous original launch of Cyberpunk 2077. Despite Phantom Liberty selling over 15 million copies and the game's overall redemption arc, the initial technical issues and widespread problems, including Sony offering refunds on PlayStation 4, remain a significant scar on the developer's resume.
