CD Projekt is looking into the possibility of including multiplayer in the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, currently in conceptual development and with the working title "Orion." The company plans to have around 80 people working on it by the end of the year. Meanwhile, the original Cyberpunk 2077 received its last significant update as the studio shifts its focus to Orion.

The sequel could potentially exhibit more elaborate branching storylines, aspecting the player's starting life path much like its predecessor which featured Street Kid, Corpo, and Nomad life paths. Major gameplay decisions, including perspective choice, remain undetermined.

CD Projekt is also progressing on the next Witcher game, known as "Polaris," aiming to recruit around 400 staff members by mid-2024. Analysts forecast a launch by 2026 or 2027. Additionally, CD Projekt has expressed interest in utilizing AI to enhance game development processes.

Is CD Projekt intending to rectify the issues encountered during the launch of Cyberpunk 2077 in its future releases?

CD Projekt has acknowledged the problematic release of Cyberpunk 2077 and claims to have implemented improved production processes to prevent similar issues with their forthcoming games.

Cyberpunk 2077 debuted in December 2020 and faced significant criticism and technical issues upon release. Despite its rocky start, CD Projekt Red dedicated resources to fixing the game's numerous bugs and performance problems. Given its strong narrative and immersive world-building, the game still managed to garner a dedicated fanbase. The decision to consider a multiplayer component for its sequel "Orion" might draw from the positive aspects of Cyberpunk 2077's single-player experience while also recognizing the persistent popularity of multiplayer modes in games like GTA Online.