The next Cyberpunk 2077 installment, codenamed Project Orion, faces a significant delay according to CD Projekt Red. The developer is currently prioritizing The Witcher 4, pusshing the sequel's release into late 2027 or 2028.

The Witcher 4 development pushes Project Orion to 2027 or 2028

CD Projekt Red is currently centering its creative and technical efforts on the next chapter of its fantasy saga. As the studio is "deep in development" on The Witcher 4, the timeline for the Cyberpunk franchise has been significantly extended. According to the report, Project Orion is not expected to see a release until late 2027 or potentially even 2028.

This stategic shift highlights the studio's commitment to its most established intellectual property. Since the original Cyberpunk 2077 luanched on December 10, 2020, the studio has worked to refine the experience, which currently holds a 76/100 average critic score on OpenCritic. By focusing on The Witcher 4 first, CD Projekt Red is ensuring its fantasy universe remains the cornerstone of its production pipeline for the next several years.

Phantom Liberty stands as the final major expansion for Cyberpunk 2077

The roadmap for the current Cyberpunk 2077 title has reached a definitive conclusion regarding large-scale content. The report states that Phantom Liberty will serve as the only major expansion for the game, with the studio having no current plans for additional DLCs or future expansions.

While players can still expect some level of support, the nature of that support will be limited to maintenance. CD Projekt Red has indicated that future updates will likely be restricted to small technical patches, platform updates, and performance improvements. This move signals a transition from active content creation to a maintenance phase for the REDengine 4-powered RPG, effectively closing the chapter on major narrative additions for the 2020 title.

An AK Mod ROG Ally handheld anchors a ROG Global giveaway

A promotional giveaway from ROG Global and Cyberpunk 2077 is offering fans a way to celebrate the franchise during the interim. The contest features a highly unique, one-of-a-kind ROG Ally handheld designed by artist AK Mod. This custom hardware is themed after Cyberpunk 2077 and is presented on a lifelike replica of Johnny Silverhand’s cybernetic hand.

Five lucky winners will be selected to receive a free Ultimate Edition download of Cyberpunk 2077 on Thursday, May 28, 2026. fans have the opportunity to enter throughout the week leading up to that date, providing a small incentive to stay engaged with the brand while waiting for the next major release.

Technical specifications and the scope of Project Orion remain unconfirmed

Several technical and creative details regarding the future of the franchise remain unverified by the studio.. It is currently unclear whether the Project Orion sequel will continue to utilize the REDengine 4 or if the studio will transition to a new proprietary technology to better leverage next-generation hardware .

Furthermore, the source does not clarify the specific narrative or mechanical direction the sequel will take.. While the studio has confirmed the project is in the works, the lack of information regarding the scale of development or the involvement of specific creative leads leaves much to speculation. This uncertainty is compounded by the fact that the studio is currently preoccupied with the massive undertaking of The Witcher 4.