Developer CD Projekt Red has recently announced several new additions to the team working on its highly anticipated sequel to Cyberpunk 2077. 

Among these additions are former employees of major studios,
bringing with them decades of experience in the gaming industry.
Cyberpunk 2077, released in 2020, faced initial challenges but has since gained popularity among fans of action RPGs. Now, the studio is diving into the early stages of developing its sequel.

This week, leaks have emerged revealing gameplay details about the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, codenamed Orion. These leaks suggest that the game will feature a crafting system and open-world events, though it’s important to note that the game is still in its early stages of production. Despite this, it’s evident that CD Projekt Red is making progress on the title. Alongside these leaks, the studio has shared official information about the game’s development.

CD Projekt Red has announced the hiring of five industry veterans for the Cyberpunk sequel project. These new team members include Dan Hernberg as Executive Producer, Ryan Barnard as Design Director,
Alan Vilani as Engineering Director, Anna Megill as Lead Writer,
and Alexander Freed as a Writer. Together, they bring a wealth of experience from working on numerous AAA titles across various developers. CD Projekt Red is excited to have them onboard,
leveraging their talent and expertise for the project.

Here’s a brief overview of each new team member:

– Dan Hernberg: Former Lead Project Manager at Blizzard Entertainment
– Ryan Barnard: Former Game Director at Ubisoft
– Alan Vilani: Former VP of Technology for multiple WB games,
including Mortal Kombat titles
– Anna Megill: Former writer on several games, including Control and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
– Alexander Freed: Novelist, comic book writer, and game writer,
known for his work on Star Wars: The Old Republic

The addition of these experienced individuals is sure to bolster the confidence of Cyberpunk fans eagerly awaiting the sequel.
Recent statements from CD Projekt Red devs, including one claiming that the original Cyberpunk was just a warm-up, further emphasize the studio’s commitment to delivering an exceptional sequel.

Last December, CD Projekt Red devs promised to expand on the life paths feature in Cyberpunk 2, demonstrating the team’s ambition for the game. With leaks hinting at planned features, bold statements from the development team, and the infusion of new talent, it’s clear that CD Projekt Red is striving to surpass the original game with its sequel.

While the Cyberpunk franchise faced challenges at its launch, CD Projekt Red worked diligently to address issues and improve the game over time. With updates, patches, and the Phantom Liberty DLC, the studio successfully redeemed Cyberpunk’s future. Now, with its focus on the sequel and the addition of new talent, CD Projekt Red is poised to continue its success in the gaming industry.