CD Projekt RED is gaining momentum to create Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel with an all-star cast of developers
CD Projekt RED, a Polish studio known for its role-playing games, has announced a significant strengthening of its team to work on the sequel to the cult classic. Cyberpunk 2077, codenamed Project Orion. The studio attracted well-known industry professionals to the project to ensure a high level of development of the new game.
Notable newcomers to the team include Dan Hernberg, who previously held key positions in the development of New World, Apex Legends and Diablo III, and will now serve as executive producer on Project Orion. Ryan Barnard, whose credits include leading development at Massive Entertainment and leading gameplay at IO Interactive, will serve as design director. Alan Villani, who has experience at Warner Bros. Games and participation in the creation of the Mortal Kombat series, will become director of engineering.
In addition, screenwriters Anna Megill and Alexander Frid, who previously worked on such projects as Fable, joined the project. Control, Dishonored: Death of the Outsider, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Star Wars: The Old Republic and others.
Project Orion is in the early stages of development, and as such, CD Projekt RED is hiring for multiple positions across its Boston and Vancouver teams. The new jobs herald the introduction of "highly interactive" scenes, immersive open-world events and innovative quests to create a "unique blend of film and game."
The sequel is expected to expand beyond Night City, offering players "breathtaking worlds" and compelling stories. The game promises to feature friendly mechanics, a familiar progression system and crafting, promising a "seamless, fun and unique experience."
