CD Projekt Red announced on July 3 that Cyberpunk 2077 has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide as of early July 2026 [1, 2, 3, 4]. The game initially launched in December 2020 to widespread criticism for numerous technical issues and was even removed from the PlayStation Store for several months [3, 4].
The title sold 13 million copies in its first 10 days but struggled with player trust and performance problems across platforms [4]. The turnaround began with the September 2023 release of the Phantom Liberty expansion and a major 2.0 systems overhaul, which significantly improved the gameplay experience [1, 2, 4]. CD Projekt Red has maintained support with ongoing updates, including enhancements for the PS5 Pro console generation [1].
Cyberpunk 2077 expanded its reach by launching on multiple platforms: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and notably the Nintendo Switch 2, released in 2024, which contributed to steady sales growth [1, 2]. The brand also benefited from the popularity of the Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and regular discounts [1, 2]. Co-CEO Michał Nowakowski said, "40 million copies sold shows the incredible, lasting strength of Cyberpunk 2077 and is a testament to what CD Projekt does best—creating high-quality, immersive stories that keep players returning for years. It's a great foundation for our upcoming projects in this universe, including the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 anime arriving this fall," referring to the new season scheduled for late 2026 [1, 3, 4].
Despite the rebound, Nowakowski acknowledged lingering skepticism among some fans, stating, "I'm not 100 per cent convinced we went through the full redemption arc. I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people indefinitely, and that's a fair thing. But I do hope we will be able to make it back—if not with The Witcher 4, then with whatever comes next" [4]. The Witcher 3 remains CD Projekt Red's best-selling game with 65 million copies sold [1, 4].
Meanwhile, development continues on Cyberpunk 2, the sequel primarily being created by a 163-person team at CD Projekt Red's Boston studio as of April 2026 [1, 3]. Cyberpunk creator Mike Pondsmith has some creative involvement and revealed the sequel will include a new city described as "like Chicago gone wrong," alongside Night City from the original game [3]. Pondsmith shared anecdotes about his visits to development teams showcasing new cyberware designs, reflecting the game's evolving content [3].
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 anime is expected to debut in fall 2026, marking the next major content expansion for the franchise [1, 3, 4].
