CD Projekt RED is accelerating development on the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, as evidenced by several intriguing job postings. A key revelation? The sequel will remain a first-person experience, foregoing a third-person perspective, potentially disappointing fans who hoped for a different view.
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A Senior Gameplay Animator is sought to craft detailed first-person animations, focusing on weapon interactions and gameplay mechanics. The absence of any mention of third-person perspectives strongly suggests this viewpoint is not being considered.
An Encounter Designer is needed to develop what the team describes as the "most realistic crowd system ever seen in games." This system will dynamically react to player actions, creating immersive environments with natural NPC interactions. The role involves collaborating on complex scenarios with multiple solutions, utilizing NPC behaviors, interactive objects, loot points, and environmental storytelling.
Furthermore, job postings confirm that multiplayer functionality is under consideration, though it's still in early development.
Cyberpunk 2, codenamed Project Orion, is being built using Unreal Engine 5, promising state-of-the-art graphics and technology. Previously, a senior quest designer at CD Projekt RED revealed their personal involvement in voicing intimate scenes in Cyberpunk 2077. Interestingly, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 fans have spotted a character paying homage to Johnny Silverhand.
