Edgerunners Sparks a Major Cyberpunk 2077 Comeback

Edgerunners Boosts Interest in the Game

Cyberpunk 2077 saw a major comeback after the release of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners on Netflix.

The anime introduced more people to Night City and gave existing fans a reason to return to the game.

Patch 1.6 Added Edgerunners Content

CD Projekt Red released the Edgerunners Update, also known as Patch 1.6, alongside the anime’s release window.

The update added gameplay fixes, free DLC, new weapons, wardrobe features, cross-progression, and secrets inspired by Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.

Why Fans Returned

The anime helped players see Cyberpunk’s world in a fresh way. Characters like David, Lucy, Rebecca, and Maine became fan favourites, and many players wanted to jump back into Night City after watching the show.

The update also gave returning players new things to find and use in-game.

A Turning Point for Cyberpunk 2077

The Edgerunners wave helped change the conversation around Cyberpunk 2077.

After a difficult launch, the game started to build a stronger reputation through updates, community interest, and renewed attention from the anime.