CD Projekt Red Co-CEO Says Studio Hasn't Completed 'Full Redemption Arc' Since Cyberpunk 2077 Launch, Hopes Witcher 4 Will Win Back Fans
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Michael Cripe
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CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski reflects on the studio's journey since the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077, which he describes as "heartbreaking" for both the team and fans. He acknowledges the studio hasn't fully completed its "redemption arc" and has lost some players' trust, but expresses hope that the upcoming The Witcher 4 will help win back those fans. The interview touches on the emotional impact of the failed launch and the studio's ongoing efforts to rebuild its reputation.
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bskyCD Projekt Red Co-CEO Says Studio Hasn't Completed 'Full Redemption Arc' Since Cyberpunk 2077 Launch, Hopes Witcher 4 Will Win Back Fansign.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledI'm not 100 per cent convinced we went through the full redemption arc.
I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people.
I'm hoping [The Witcher 4] can win back some fans.
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