Why Project Orion Should Embrace Cyberpunk 2077’s Darkest Ending!

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As a dedicated gamer, I must say that even with all the initial glitches and issues, Cyberpunk 2077 stands out as something extraordinary. It’s hard not to imagine that Project Orion, its secretive sequel, will only strengthen this emerging legend. However, the details about Project Orion are still shrouded in mystery – a fact that piques my curiosity, especially given what CD Projekt Red might have picked up from the rocky debut of Cyberpunk 2077.

Major spoilers ahead for Cyberpunk 2077.

As a dedicated gamer diving into the cyber-infused world of Cyberpunk 2077, I can’t help but ponder over the enigma that surrounds Project Orion – how it intertwines with the story we’ve lived in Night City. You see, CDPR’s masterpiece offers multiple endings, most of which lead to V’s downfall. Deciding on a canonical ending in an RPG series is like navigating a minefield, but the unique structure of Cyberpunk makes it a bit different. Unlike games such as Mass Effect, where each installment builds upon the next, Cyberpunk stands more independently.

If Project Orion is indeed set to be a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt Red will have to pick one ending to solidify as the canonical one. Among all possibilities, The Devil seems like a strong contender due to its far-reaching implications and potential for an engaging narrative continuation.

Cyberpunk 2077: Arguing for The Devil To Be the Canon Ending

The Devil Is Cyberpunk’s Darkest Ending

In a manner of speaking, it’s hardly shocking that The Devil is frequently criticized as the least favorable ending for Cyberpunk 2077. This conclusion arises when the character V chooses to align with Arasaka, a corporation often portrayed as more villainous than virtuous within the game’s world of unchecked capitalism and corporate misconduct. Throughout most of the game, Arasaka serves as the player’s primary antagonist: it was responsible for creating the engram that led Johnny and V on their destructive path, and its transgressions against humanity are extensively documented. Essentially, Arasaka is not a popular choice among players.

Just like numerous highly influential entities, they possess the ability to taint and corrupt. They entice V with an alluring proposition: by transferring their consciousness onto one of Arasaka’s personality engrams, they could essentially achieve immortality. This engram could theoretically be transferred into any physical or cybernetic body, making V virtually indestructible. However, this offer comes with a steep price: serving Arasaka, furthering their covert objectives, and sacrificing V’s autonomy, which is a deal many might accept in reality. Even though it’s just a replica of V’s personality, the allure of prolonged existence is strong; regrettably, one must acknowledge that many would probably forsake their ideals when confronted with such an offer, especially when faced with the alternative of a slow and agonizing demise.

In another scenario of the “Devil” conclusion, V assists Arasaka but decides to perish anyway. This path isn’t promising for a follow-up storyline; instead, it’s primarily characterized by sadness and futility.

Project Orion Could Do a Lot With The Devil Ending

Although it’s often criticized as gloomy, unweloved by fans, and far from cheerful, The Devil serves as a remarkably fitting finale for Cyberpunk 2077. In this game, the brutal and unjust corporate realm is challenging to leave untainted, and V sacrificing moral principles or integrity for an eternal life choice aligns thematically, even if it’s somewhat disheartening. This narrative path could open up a wealth of storytelling possibilities in the end.

If CD Projekt Red decides to make V the main character in “Project Orion”, then one of the possible storylines that could be considered canon is The Devil’s ending, since V faces a death sentence in most other endings. In this game, players might take on the role of the engram V, who seeks redemption for aligning with Arasaka and decides to confront them to reverse their manipulative fate, knowing it may cost them their life. An alternate possibility is that V could be a villain in “Project Orion”, acting as a pawn of their corporate masters.

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2025-04-03 20:36