CD Projekt Red Learns from Cyberpunk 2077 Launch: Improving Performance and Building Trust with Fans

CD Projekt Red, the developers behind Cyberpunk 2077, have taken valuable lessons from the game’s troubled launch and are determined to avoid similar issues in future releases. The team is committed to using their experience to improve performance and repair their relationship with the gaming community.

Upon its release, Cyberpunk 2077 faced significant performance issues, particularly on older consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This resulted in costly resolutions, amounting to approximately $100 million. However, the developers have acknowledged their mistakes and are actively working towards enhancing performance.

One of the key changes being implemented is starting the testing and performance runs for their upcoming game, The Witcher 4 (also known as the “Polaris project”), from the early stages of development. By conducting thorough demo tests, CD Projekt Red aims to ensure optimal performance on consoles, stable frame rates, and minimize bugs.

This approach marks a positive shift, as the performance tests for Cyberpunk 2077 were conducted late in the development process, leading to suboptimal results and limited time for resolution. With The Witcher 4, the studio is prioritizing a good console performance, recognizing the importance of delivering an equal experience across multiple platforms.

CD Projekt Red has already demonstrated their commitment to learning from their mistakes by releasing the 2.0 update for Cyberpunk 2077. Now, armed with valuable insights, they are dedicated to creating a worthy successor in The Witcher franchise.

Source: DOTESPORTS