Polish studio CD Projekt RED has shared an update on two of its most anticipated projects: the Cyberpunk sequel and the next installment of The Witcher. Alongside the release of its quarterly financial report, the company also announced a major milestone: Cyberpunk 2077 sales have surpassed 35 million copies worldwide. This achievement is especially significant given the game’s launch was plagued by numerous issues and criticism, particularly from console owners. Despite the rough start, the developers managed to regain players’ trust with a series of major updates and fixes.
CD Projekt RED noted significant growth in the team working on Cyberpunk 2 over recent months. While there were 96 specialists working on the project in May, that number has now reached 135. Plans are in place to expand the team further—up to 300 people. Development is being carried out across multiple company offices: in Warsaw, Boston, and Vancouver. This approach aims to speed up production and enhance the quality of the upcoming game.
At the same time, the studio’s main focus is on The Witcher 4. The new chapter of the acclaimed franchise involves 447 employees—the largest team in CD Projekt RED’s history, highlighting the project’s importance to the company. Developers promise The Witcher 4 will release before Cyberpunk 2 and will serve as a crucial test for the studio after the challenging launch of Cyberpunk 2077.
New heroes and fresh locations
Unlike the previous installments, where the main character was the witcher Geralt of Rivia, the fourth game will put players in control of his adopted daughter Ciri. This choice opens up new narrative possibilities and offers a fresh perspective on the familiar world. The game will also introduce previously unexplored regions, including Kovir, which had only been mentioned in the books and never appeared in the games.
The developers promise significant graphical upgrades and an expanded open world. The Witcher 4 will be an action RPG where players can freely explore the Continent, make choices, and shape the story’s progression. Special attention is being paid to optimization for modern consoles and support for high frame rates.
Team expansion and future plans
After the release of The Witcher 4, a significant portion of the development team will move on to work on Cyberpunk 2. This approach is intended to make the most of the experience and groundwork gained during the creation of the new Witcher title. Both games are expected to become some of the most anticipated releases in the coming years and to further strengthen CD Projekt RED’s position in the global gaming market.
The company emphasizes its commitment to quality and long-term support for its projects. Plans include regular updates, expansions, and active engagement with the player community. This strategy has already brought success to Cyberpunk 2077, which, after a series of patches and DLCs, managed to regain fans’ trust and achieve impressive sales.
CD Projekt RED: Success Story and Challenges
To recap, CD Projekt RED is one of Europe’s most renowned game studios, founded in Poland in 2002. The company rose to fame with its The Witcher series, based on the works of Andrzej Sapkowski. The third installment, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, became a global hit, selling over 60 million copies and winning numerous awards. In 2020, the studio released Cyberpunk 2077, which initially faced technical issues but was significantly improved over time. CD Projekt RED is known for its attention to detail, expansive worlds, and complex storytelling. The company is now heavily investing in new technology and expanding its team to meet the expectations of players worldwide.
