CD Projekt Red Confirms Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel

Project Orion enters real pre-production as CDPR and Mike Pondsmith set the record straight—here’s what’s actually confirmed

Forget the speculation—CD Projekt Red has officially confirmed that a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 is in the works, and this time, we’ve got solid facts. No leaks. No rumors. Just the real deal, straight from the studio and the creator himself.

Project Orion—Straight from CDPR

This isn’t just another wild rumor or a cryptic teaser. In their Q1 2025 financial report, CD Projekt Red came out and said it—loud and clear: “Project Orion,” the next game in the Cyberpunk universe, has officially moved into pre-production. As of now, 96 developers are already involved, with the Boston and Vancouver CDPR teams leading the charge. These aren’t whispers—they’re hard numbers, straight from the source.

What About the Setting?

We all know Night City left a mark, but CDPR’s not just recycling the same old neon-lit streets. Mike Pondsmith, the man who started it all with the Cyberpunk tabletop RPG, dropped a fresh hint at Digital Dragons 2025. He says there’s a brand-new location in the works—one that he describes as:

“It doesn’t feel like Blade Runner, it feels more like Chicago gone wrong.”
—Mike Pondsmith, Digital Dragons 2025

Is it actually Chicago? Maybe, maybe not. The point is: expect something grittier, darker, and not just a retread of what we’ve seen before. For the record, Pondsmith isn’t running development, but he’s seen the scripts and chatted with the devs. So, the vibe? 100% legit.

Verified Facts—No Spin, No Hearsay

• Sequel is officially in pre-production—confirmed by CD Projekt Red (not “industry insiders”).
• 96 devs on the project already, with teams in Boston and Vancouver.
• New location teased by Mike Pondsmith, but not a literal “Chicago.”
• Game’s being built on Unreal Engine 5, aiming for a whole new level of immersion.
• Don’t hold your breath for a quick release—CDPR’s typical timeline means we’re likely looking at 2029 or later.

The Takeaway

Bottom line: CD Projekt Red isn’t just talking—they’re building. Everything here is on record, fully attributed, and open to the public. If you hear anything else, ask for receipts. This is what’s real:

• Project Orion (the sequel) is in full swing.
• All details are straight from the devs and the original creator.
• No speculation, no clickbait. Just the facts, as always, here on Fix Gaming Channel.

Sources

• The Verge
• Reuters
• 80.lv
• Kotaku

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