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CD Projekt RED development and strategic shifts

Overview

CD Projekt RED is implementing strategic shifts in its development methodologies and intellectual property management. The studio is transitioning from its proprietary REDengine to Unreal Engine 5 for future projects, including the next Witcher title. This transition is supported by a strategic partnership with Epic Games to meet high-end graphical requirements. To improve production efficiency, the studio has adopted a multidisciplinary ‘pods’ team structure, a method utilized during the development of the ‘Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty’ expansion to avoid previous launch issues.

Regarding ‘Cyberpunk 2077’, the studio has released the Edgerunners 2 (version 2.5) update across PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This update fulfills previous plans for cross-platform mod support via mod.io, enabling console players to browse and install community-made content through the in-game menu. Combat mechanics have been expanded with a dual-wielding playstyle, unlocked via the ‘Double Trouble’ perk, which allows the simultaneous use of two Power-category pistols or revolvers with a 37.5% damage penalty per weapon at the first level.

The update also introduces content inspired by the ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ anime, including the ‘Clampdown’ side quest, new clothing, and the HKGN 102.0 FM radio station. Technical enhancements include support for Samsung Odyssey 3D monitors, DLSS 4.5, and performance optimizations for PlayStation 5 Pro.

Looking ahead, ‘Cyberpunk 2’ remains in pre-production with a team of over 180 professionals. Recent job postings suggest the sequel may feature multiplayer or cooperative gameplay modes, specifically seeking expertise in multiplayer network architecture for shared missions.

Entities

CD Projekt RED · Unreal Engine 5 · Cyberpunk 2077 · Gabe Amatangelo · Paweł Sasko

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    CD Projekt RED reportedly developing multiplayer for Cyberpunk 2

    Job postings for CD Projekt RED indicate that the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel may include multiplayer or cooperative modes, potentially utilizing Unreal Engine 5.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 11 sources
    Cyberpunk 2077 receives major Edgerunners 2 update

    Cyberpunk 2077's Edgerunners 2 update introduces cross-platform mod support for consoles, a new dual-wielding combat mechanic, and anime-inspired content for PC and next-gen consoles.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    CD Projekt RED's Cyberpunk 2 evolves beyond original vision

    CD Projekt RED Game Director Gabe Amatangelo states that Cyberpunk 2 is evolving beyond his original vision as the development team grows to over 180 professionals, including staff in Boston.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    CD Projekt Red details development shifts for Cyberpunk 2077 and Witcher 3

    CD Projekt Red developers discuss how the Phantom Liberty expansion and new multidisciplinary workflows helped rectify development issues seen in Cyberpunk 2077.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    CD Projekt RED expands Fortnite collaboration and transitions to Unreal Engine 5

    CD Projekt RED is bringing ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ content to Fortnite this September and has confirmed its transition to Unreal Engine 5 for future titles, citing technological potential over past engine woes

Sources

austriagaming.at · cat5.pl · cdaction.pl · eurogamer.pl · forux.it · gamebusiness.jp · gamechannel.hu · gameluster.com · gamereactor.cn · gamereactor.eu · gamereactor.fr · gamerhub.co.uk · games.yahoo.com.tw · gametimers.it · gigamaus.de · gram.pl · gry-online.pl · gry.interia.pl · hd-tecnologia.com · lubiegrac.pl · pcformat.pl · pixelnerd.com.br · play3.de · respawn.fi · saudigamer.com · tech.wp.pl · thegeek.games · thegeek.hu · xboxdynasty.de

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