Cyberpunk 2077 Sells 40M Copies, Sets Stage for Major Franchise Expansion with New Projects

July 3, 2026
Cyberpunk 2077 Sells 40M Copies, Sets Stage for Major Franchise Expansion with New Projects
  • Cyberpunk 2077 has reached 40 million copies in sales as of early July 2026, marking a major comeback after its rocky launch and removal from PlayStation Store.

  • CD Projekt RED co-CEO Michał Nowakowski credits the milestone to the game’s lasting appeal and strong storytelling, framing it as a foundation for future Cyberpunk projects.

  • The sales milestone comes amid renewed interest from the Edgerunners anime and anticipation for Season 2 on Netflix, with ongoing discounts helping maintain momentum.

  • There may be a small content update around the Edgerunners Season 2 release, continuing the pattern of post-launch updates without pursuing major new releases.

  • Pace of sales and interest is boosted by Netflix’s Edgerunners Season 2 and related streaming attention, alongside regular discounts.

  • Paweł Sasko and the team express gratitude to fans, noting that support enables ongoing development and value for players.

  • Upcoming projects include Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 this fall and Cyberpunk 2 (Project Orion) in development, with a new city alongside Night City and around 163 people working as of late April.

  • Project Orion (Cyberpunk 2) has entered pre-production, with details on the premise still unconfirmed.

  • Mike Pondsmith has stayed involved by reviewing scripts, visiting CD Projekt, and offering input on new cyberware and world-building for Cyberpunk’s future.

  • CD Projekt Red has pushed long-term support post-launch, including the 2.0 overhaul, Phantom Liberty, and a PS5 Pro update praised for visuals and performance.

  • The Cyberpunk franchise has expanded into multiple media and products, reinforcing its multimedia reach beyond the games.

  • Keanu Reeves has expressed interest in returning as Johnny Silverhand for Cyberpunk 2, with Mitch Pondsmith indicating a feasible way to integrate him into the sequel’s narrative.

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