On the morning of January 17, 2020 (Vietnam time), various media outlets covering the gaming market reported that Cyberpunk would delay its release date. Previously scheduled for April 16, 2020, it has now been pushed to September 17, 2020. Waiting another 5 months feels like bad news for gamers.
CD Projekt Red also officially posted on Twitter with an apology to gamers worldwide. As this is a colossal project, the developers must ensure it is perfect so that players have the best experience possible. Although this is a good intention, it has generated significant frustration among gamers.
Additionally, September is also when Sony’s PS5 system is set to launch. Therefore, gamers are even more worried because Cyberpunk 2077 will need to be compatible with the PS5 as CD Projekt has hinted previously.
Cyberpunk 2077 is the next title from the creators of the Witcher series, CD Projekt Red. Set in a futuristic world in a “dark future” of 2077, where advanced technology has become both “the salvation and the curse of humanity.” Players will step into a vibrant city of dreams, a metropolis filled with massive buildings adorned with bright screens, where humans merge with future technology.
Not only because of the outstanding gameplay and storyline, the presence of actor Keanu Reeves also makes Cyberpunk 2077 even more appealing. Even though the game has not yet launched, the lead actor from the John Wick series has already helped the producers earn a fortune.
As a collaboration product between McFarlane Toy and CD Projekt, figures of Keanu Reeves have been released to the market under the name Johnny Silverhand. Priced at $39.99 (about 920,000 VND) for the 12-inch version and $24.99 (about 570,000 VND) for the 7-inch version, this product has immediately sold out within the first few days of online sales. This demonstrates the immense appeal of Keanu Reeves and Cyberpunk 2077.