Cyberpunk 2077was easily one of the most highly-anticipated game releases of 2020, with a considerable hype train behind it. WhenCyberpunk 2077launched, however, it became immediately apparent that the game ran horrendously on base PS4 and Xbox One consoles, prompting CD Projekt Red to issue refunds to anyone that wanted one. Eventually, Sony decided to removeCyberpunk 2077from the PlayStation Store altogether until the game’s quality reached an acceptable level, and now, months later, it has finally made its return.
Cyberpunk 2077is back on the PlayStation Store, with a message suggesting PS4 gamers play it on a PS4 Pro or PS5, warning them away from base PS4 consoles. Considering this, some may decide to wait until the proper PS5 version ofCyberpunk 2077is available, and while no release date has been announced to date, CD Projekt Red has at least narrowed down a release window for the game’s next-gen upgrade.
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CD Projekt Red has confirmed that theCyberpunk 2077PS5 upgradewill release at some point in the second half of this year. Anyone that owns the PS4 version ofCyberpunk 2077digitally or on-disc will be able to upgrade to the PS5 version at no additional cost. Specifics on how exactlyCyberpunk 2077on PS5 will take advantage of the next-generation console’s unique features or beefed-up hardware have yet to be detailed, but more information should come in the near future.
Cyberpunk 2077’s initial reviewsfrom critics were mostly positive, as those scores were based on the game running on powerful PC hardware. Presumably,Cyberpunk 2077on PS5 will offer a similar experience to the PC version in terms of performance and graphics, so perhaps the next-gen version of the game will be its second chance at a first impression for console players. Plus, CD Projekt Red will continue to releaseCyberpunk 2077patches to continue addressing the game’s lingering issues, so by the time the PS5 version is out, it should be in much better shape overall.
BesidesCyberpunk 2077’s next-gen version, fans of the game may have some brand new content to look forward to this year as well. While plans could certainly change, CD Projekt Red has confirmed thatCyberpunk 2077DLCis in active development, and the belief was that this DLC would launch in 2021. Between the next-gen version ofCyberpunk 2077and the potential DLC, the game could very well make a major comeback this year and improve its reputation.
More information onCyberpunk 2077’s next-gen portshould come to light in the months ahead.
Cyberpunk 2077is out now for PC, PS4, Stadia, and Xbox One, with PS5 and Xbox Series X versions also in development.
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