New Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel Detail Seemingly Confirmed by Job Listing

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Summary

  • The Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, code-named Project Orion, will reportedly use a first-person perspective.
  • While the decision to make Cyberpunk 2077 first-person was initially met with some skepticism from fans, it ended up being hailed as one of the game’s biggest strengths.
  • Project Orion isn’t expected to hit the market before late 2020s at the earliest.

As an ardent Cyberpunk fan, I’m thrilled to share that the upcoming sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 will continue with the immersive first-person perspective, a choice that made its predecessor truly unique. This exciting revelation comes from recent job listings, giving us a glimpse into the current state of CD Projekt Red’s next masterpiece.

Under the codename Project Orion, the sequel to the game known as Cyberpunk 2077, was initially unveiled in October 2022. Since that time, CDPR has been relatively tight-lipped about the project, but some details have emerged through their job postings.

Once again illustrating this continuing pattern, a senior gameplay animator position was advertised by the Boston office of CDPR, known for the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 sequel. This job opening, initially noticed by Reddit user Lymbasy on February 20, emphasizes that creating engaging first-person gaming experiences is a crucial aspect of this role. This suggests that the gameplay perspective of the original Cyberpunk 2077 will likely carry over to its sequel.

First-Person Perspective Is a Key Part of Cyberpunk 2077’s Identity

Initially, when CD Projekt Red announced at E3 2018 that Cyberpunk 2077 would be a first-person game, there was some initial doubt among fans due to the shift in perspective. Some vocal members of the community raised concerns, leading CDPR to explain and defend their decision to create a first-person experience for the game. Eventually, this choice proved to be justified, particularly as the first-person viewpoint became one of Cyberpunk 2077’s most praised aspects. It enhanced the game’s sense of scale, enabled more intimate cutscenes, and made the overall gaming experience incredibly immersive.

It’s no wonder that CDPR is keeping the first-person viewpoint for Project Orion given that Cyberpunk 2077 has sold 30 million copies by the end of 2024, as they prefer to expand upon a proven successful formula rather than making drastic changes. Additionally, considering their previous game, it’s possible that Project Orion might not strictly adhere to the first-person perspective, instead offering players the choice of using a third-person camera while navigating vehicles.

Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel Seems Likely to Skip This Console Generation

It seems that although work on the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 has been going on since late 2022, a recent job listing indicates that the game remains in its early stages of development. It’s possible that Project Orion may not move into full production until The Witcher 4 is nearly ready for release, which was only officially started in November 2024. Given that The Witcher 4 isn’t expected to hit the market before late 2027 at the earliest, it’s likely that Project Orion might not come out until the late 2020s or early 2030s. This could mean that the game may bypass the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S and instead be released only on PC and the next console generation, which is predicted to debut between 2027 and 2028.

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2025-02-20 17:25