Despite its initial shortcomings, CD Projekt Red did an excellent job of turning things around Cyberpunk 2077; The current state of the title represents an extreme improvement over the controversial build that the game launched with. This more recent success was only reinforced by the title's release Phantom freedom Expansion, with other media like that Cyberpunk: Edgerunners The show has also worked well to generate a lot of hype about what could be next for the franchise.
Despite the positive reception of Phantom freedomCDPR has confirmed that there will be no further major story expansions Cyberpunk 2077although fans still have a lot to look forward to in the series. Project Orion was announced in October 2022 as the working title for an official sequel Cyberpunk 2077with a more recent announcement in 2024 confirming that the game is in active development. Of course it will be a difficult task Orion to meet and exceed the expectations we set 2077but improving side content like mini-games could play a big role in this Orion Expansion of its predecessor.
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New mini-games in Project Orion could improve on Cyberpunk 2077's excellent worldbuilding
One of the biggest criticisms of it Cyberpunk 2077 Around the time of its extremely troubled launch, the game was confronted with the lack of immersion and content in the game world. This is something that CDPR has obviously spent an enormous amount of time changing given the current state of affairs 2077 Today it is praised for the hustle and bustle and life of Night City and surrounding areas.
Despite its dystopian-futuristic setting, the core locations of Cyberpunk 2077 do this so well because they feel real and alive, which serves as the perfect building block to launch the rest of the game. However, this was mainly achieved through increased refinement of the design and NPC behavior. There is still a clear gap in the market when it comes to increasing actual utility and purpose Cyberpunk's locations.
Aside from the side quests, which at times offer seamless transitions between exploration and NPC interaction, Cyberpunk 2077 contains essentially no mini-games that could have added even greater dynamism to the secondary content that Night City could offer. While there are things like a handful of arcade games for players to keep themselves busy with, it seems like a missed opportunity 2077 hasn't delved further into building the franchise's world through more in-depth mini-games, especially given that this has worked so well in other CDPRs Like franchises The Witcher and it is Gwent Card game.
Mini-games could ease the transition of Project Orion's rumored changes
The striking world of Cyberpunk is the perfect complement to mini-games that make sense in the context of their settings. Brain Dances are a perfect example of a lore element that could be transformed into dream combat and exploration scenarios with scoring systems and leaderboards. Other open world franchises such as Like a dragon are known for the diverse variety of mini-games that exist at all locations. While Project Orion shouldn't be consumed by mini-games; Providing more of them is a surefire way to add even more flavor and memorability to the various locations.
Rumors and theories currently point to a sequel Project Orion Moving away from Night City as the main setting, with some rumors even suggesting the moon as a possible setting. More frequent mini-games could be a fantastic way to prepare fans for these sweeping changes. The weird and wonderful places of Cyberpunk can give way to a variety of ridiculous and exciting pastimes and leisure options, and Project Orion can try to win one 2077 by presenting this through a more comprehensive series of mini-game content.
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure game from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt Red.
Set in Night City, a metropolis obsessed with power, glamor and body modification, you play as V, an outlaw mercenary searching for a unique implant that holds the key to immortality.
With the next-gen upgrade and free additional content, you can customize your character and playstyle as you take on jobs, build reputation, and unlock upgrades.
The relationships you form and the decisions you make will shape the story and the world around you. This is where legends are made. What will yours be?
- franchise
- Cyberpunk
- Released
- December 10, 2020
- Motor
- REDengine 4
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and gore, intense violence, nudity, strong language, strong sexual content, drug and alcohol use
- How long to beat
- 25 hours
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Yes
- X|S optimized
- Xbox Series X|S players can also download Update 2.1 and enjoy all the new content available in the game
- PS Plus availability
- N/A
- OpenCritic review
- Strong
- Cross save
- Yes
- Cross-platform play
- PS, Xbox, PC
