As Summer Game Fest 2023 approaches, CD Projekt RED has confirmed that the game will be approached by the press and influencers. However, the fan community will also be able to play it in advance.
The time when the name of Cyberpunk 2077 was associated with a slew of bugs and a disastrous launch are over. CD Projekt RED has managed to restore the image of its RPG thanks to a life-saving next-gen patch and a Netflix anime that has boosted its popularity rating. Naturally, the extension Phantom Liberty is eagerly awaited by players wishing to explore Night City again before discovering the second part which will not arrive for several years. It is now confirmed, the DLC will give its news during the Summer Game Fest and the Polish studio has a nice surprise for its fans.
Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty playable before release
Now that E3 is dead (RIP), all eyes will be on Summer Game Fest this summer. The big replacement for the American show, which has been the scene of great announcements in recent years, is already promising good people, including CD Projekt RED. The Polish studio has confirmed that it will be at SGF 2023 that Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty will show up. The big DLC of his latest game will be presented visibly from all angles and gameplay will be shown, probably during the conference scheduled for June 9. The event will also be an opportunity to stock up on information thanks to hands-on sessions planned for journalists and content creators. However, the publisher has confirmed that they are preparing a little something for the fans.
« We are also planning plenty of hands-on opportunities for our community at an upcoming date, stay tuned” CD Projekt RED tweeted during the announcement. A terribly vague statement that the creators of Cyberpunk 2077 later clarified by explaining that it means “ that our community will have a chance to play the game before its release ».
A demo for everyone?
Well, it’s not more explicit either but it leaves hope for a demo accessible to everyone. It could also mean gaming sessions are planned at upcoming big shows like PAX or Gamescom. It seems to lean more towards the second option. ” We want to offer the same hands-on experience to the press, content creators and the community”said a company representative to PC Gamer.
As a reminder, the DLC Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty will expand the story of the base game by taking V and Johnny Silverhand (Keanu Reeves) to an all-new area of Night City. The duo will take part in a spy quest that the protagonist can fulfill with new skills, weapons and technology. Idris Elba will join the cast for the occasion as Solomon Reed, a still very mysterious FIA agent.
