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CD Projekt Launches Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition on Nintendo Switch 2

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Poland’s leading game developer CD Projekt announced the release of Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition on Nintendo’s new Switch 2 console, marking the first time the game is available to Nintendo players. The launch comes amid a growing industry trend of relying on back catalogue sales as new game releases face increasing delays.

Since the Phantom Liberty expansion launched in September 2023, CD Projekt has focused more on leveraging its existing game portfolio to drive revenue. Analysts expect the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to significantly boost the company’s financial results in the second quarter and beyond.

Erste Group’s analyst Krzysztof Tkocz highlighted that this release “will have a significant impact on the company’s results in second quarter and subsequent quarters.” Similarly, Trigon DM analyst Grzegorz Balcerski noted the game could become “one of the most popular third-party titles” for the new console’s debut.

Gaming enthusiasts showed strong interest as Nintendo’s Switch 2 launched on Thursday, eager for the next-generation console’s more powerful capabilities. CD Projekt priced Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition at $69.99 for the Switch 2.

CD Projekt Posts 2.3% Drop in Full-Year Net Profit Amid Lack of New Game Releases

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Polish video game developer CD Projekt (CDR.WA) reported a 2.3% decline in its full-year net profit on Tuesday, mainly due to the absence of new game releases during the year. The company’s net profit stood at 469.9 million zlotys ($122 million), surpassing analysts’ expectations, which had forecasted a profit of 390 million zlotys, according to a Reuters poll.

While net profit decreased, the company’s revenue dropped nearly 20%, totaling 985 million zlotys for the year. CD Projekt’s performance was supported by the release of the long-anticipated expansion to its flagship game, “Cyberpunk 2077,” which boosted the previous year’s results.

Looking ahead, the company faces a couple of years without a major game release. Its revenue for the upcoming quarters is expected to be largely driven by sales from existing titles. “The results of the CD Projekt Group are primarily driven by sales of ‘Cyberpunk 2077,'” said finance chief Piotr Nielubowicz. “Even in the absence of any major launch, the past year was the third-best in the group’s history in terms of net profit.”

As of November 2024, cumulative sales of “Cyberpunk 2077” had surpassed 30 million copies, while its “Phantom Liberty” expansion had sold more than 8 million units. The company also plans to release “Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition” for macOS in 2024, aiming to tap into a new group of gamers.

In addition, CD Projekt is expanding the “Cyberpunk” universe, with a new animation project currently in development for Netflix, marking another step in the franchise’s growth.

Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.2 Brings New Character Customizations, Photo Mode Enhancements, and More Johnny Silverhand Content

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Cyberpunk 2077’s Update 2.2 has officially launched for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X, bringing a wealth of new features and enhancements to the game. Among the highlights are expanded customization options for the player character and vehicles, an upgraded photo mode, and additional content centered around the iconic character Johnny Silverhand. The update was rolled out by CD Projekt Red on Tuesday, marking exactly four years since the game’s initial release and over a year since the launch of Update 2.1. During a livestream, the developers explained that the goal of Patch 2.2 is to provide players with more opportunities to express themselves in the vibrant, futuristic world of Night City.

One of the most exciting additions is the expanded character customization for V, the player character. With over 100 new customization options, players now have greater freedom to personalize their appearance. These options, available both at the start of the game and later through appearance editing, include new eye colors, makeup styles, tattoos, and cyberware cosmetics. This enhancement allows players to further tailor their experience, ensuring their version of V feels unique and deeply connected to the cyberpunk universe.

Vehicle customization has also received significant upgrades with Update 2.2. The in-game CrystalCoat technology, previously limited to Rayfield cars, now supports additional vehicle brands, enabling players to experiment with a broader range of paint jobs. Players can also scan vehicles to save their color schemes for future use, albeit for a fee. Moreover, CD Projekt has added the ten most-requested vehicles from Night City to the Autofixer shop, giving players more options to expand their garage with stylish rides that suit their personal taste.

The revamped photo mode is another standout feature of the update, allowing players to capture Night City’s neon-drenched beauty in even greater detail. Coupled with the added Johnny Silverhand content, which enriches his story and interactions, Patch 2.2 demonstrates CD Projekt Red’s commitment to continually improving Cyberpunk 2077. With these updates, the game offers a deeper, more immersive experience that empowers players to craft their own narratives in this dynamic and ever-evolving world.