Cyberpunk 2077 designer CD Projekt RED has cast some doubt over whether it can still release the native PlayStation 5 variation of its newest RPG this year. Because the original release on PS4, a much better version for current-gen consoles has actually always been targetting a launch at some point in the 2nd half of 2021. Speaking as part of the businesss H1 2021 results call (reported by VGC), Michał Nowakowski explained that while the group is still intending to introduce the PS5 version this year, the production schedule might quickly change.
He stated: “The target is to release the next-gen variation of Cyberpunk 2077 late this year. At the same time, remembering the lessons we have actually learned during the past year and taking into account that this project still stays in advancement, we cant say with full certainty that the production schedule will not alter.” Nowakowski then goes on to state that the upcoming PS5 variation of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which is being established by Saber Interactive, is really in the really same position. Targetting a release this year, however promises can not be made.
” As with Cyberpunk 2077, our objective is to release that game still in late 2021. However, likewise, the advancement procedure is continuous, and we can not be definitely dead particular that the release schedule will not change.” Obviously, COVID-19 continues to impact the advancement of video games as studios work from home.
It sounds like CD Projekt RED is attempting to be realistic with its preparation. Both Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunts PS5 variations are still targeting releases this year, however problems could press them into 2022. More than a third of the advancement team is working on the PS5 edition along with patches for the initial title, while the rest works on Cyberpunk 2077 DLC and other tasks.
” For the time being, we absolutely are aiming with both titles for late 2021 and I do not desire to be more specific at this minute in time.”
