Cyberpunk 2077 has officially hit a massive sales milestone, with CD Projekt Red confirming that the title has now sold 40 million copies. The achievement marks a significant turnaround for the sci-fi RPG, which famously suffered from a botched, bug-ridden launch in 2020 that severely damaged the franchise's reputation.
- Developer/Publisher: CD Projekt Red
- Total Sales: Over 40 million units
- Release Date: December 10, 2020
- Key Catalyst: Netflix animated series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
A Recovery Fueled by Support and Animation
While the game was initially nearly unplayable on consoles like the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the developers at CD Projekt Red spent years fixing technical issues and refining gameplay systems. The release of the Phantom Liberty DLC also played a role in the game's resurgence, but the primary driver behind the massive influx of players returning to Night City was the Netflix animated show, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
By reaching this 40-million-unit threshold, the game has officially outsold several industry heavyweights, including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, Elden Ring, and Pokemon Gold & Silver.
Looking Toward the Future of Night City
CD Projekt Red is not finished with the brand. Development is underway on Project Orion—the working title for the next installment in the series, commonly called Cyberpunk 2. While the studio has yet to share story specifics, it is confirmed that the narrative will move beyond the constraints of Johnny Silverhand and the protagonist's original journey.
Fans of the setting can also look forward to the return of the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime. The second season, arriving in Fall 2026, is set to introduce a new cast of characters. The story will follow a former Runner named Weak, who is navigating a life without cybernetics, and a Nomad named D, who is seeking revenge against corporate entities.
Despite a rocky start that remains one of the most notable blunders in gaming history, the successful rehabilitation of Night City has established it as one of the most recognizable locations in modern gaming, standing alongside the open-world environments found in Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto series.