Cyberpunk 2077 Sequel Stays in Night City, But You’ll Also Visit ‘Chicago Gone Wrong’

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Just as anticipated, I can’t wait for the next installment of Cyberpunk 2077, code-named Orion. Seems like this time around, we won’t just be confined to Night City; there’s talk of a second setting being added to the mix as well!

Mike Pondsmith, creator of Cyberpunk, revealed some fascinating insights about an upcoming game from CD Projekt Red during an interview with tvgry (Polish for ‘video games’). He hinted at the inclusion of a troubled Chicago setting within their ongoing project.

During his discussion about his ongoing advisory role for all aspects of Cyberpunk, Pondsmith reminisced about meeting with someone from the sequel’s design team focusing on environments. At this moment, he hinted at another city we might explore, but then corrected himself. “I’m not revealing any more than that,” he said, giving a knowing smile.

According to Pondsmith, Night City remains unchanged, yet he expresses delight at the development of this new environment.

It truly functions as expected, and unlike the atmosphere in Blade Runner, it has a vibe that seems to be reminiscent of a dystopian version of Chicago.

The interview stretches approximately 40 minutes, but it’s certainly worth your time if you’re a Cyberpunk enthusiast. Just like before, Pondsmith is the type of person whose conversation could captivate you for hours, days, or possibly even weeks.

As a passionate admirer, I can’t help but speculate, drawing upon Pondsmith’s succinct depiction and my own creative mind. While there isn’t a wealth of information to unravel here, these comments do shed light on the grand scale we might expect from Cyberpunk 2077’s sequel.

Despite the unanswered queries, we’re curious about how Night City might evolve across the games. Will the second city be accessible solely for a particular mission, or does it offer another expansive area to explore?

Orion, currently in its initial phase of growth, likely has solutions CD Projekt Red has already prepared for these questions. Here’s to a seamless progression on the project, though we may have to wait a while before we can witness it, given that The Witcher 4 is set to be their next production.

Excited about the upcoming Orion sequel? What are some things you’re hoping it will achieve or perhaps what dreams you have for its storyline? Let’s make sure Johnny is content with the conversation down below!

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2025-05-21 16:06