Cyberpunk 2077The long-awaited sequel to Project Orion, will not be limited to the neon lights of Night City. The series creator Mike Pondsmithconfirmed that the new game will feature a second city. This new city is described as a “decayed Chicago”, far from the classic Blade Runner atmosphere. Players should be prepared for a different dystopian experience with this new and dark atmosphere.
Project Orion: Night City Exceeds Its Limits
Cyberpunk creator Mike Pondsmith in Poland At the Digital Dragons 2025 event In his speech, he confirmed that the new game will include another location besides Night City. According to information shared by CD-Action, although this new city is not directly named Chicago, Pondsmith clearly described the atmosphere of the city by saying, “It’s like a corrupted version of Chicago.” He also expressed his satisfaction with the environment that CD Projekt RED has created, saying, “Night City is still there, but this new city really works.” This statement suggests that the game will expand geographically and offer players different city dynamics.
Last year, some players came across posters advertising transportation between Night City and Chicago in Cyberpunk 2077. This detail reinforced theories that the new city could be Chicago. The phrase “coming in 2080” on the posters may have provided clues about both the game’s time period and possible release date. Such details increase players’ curiosity by providing a deeper understanding of the game’s universe and story.
Mike Pondsmith's Role and CD Projekt RED's Focus
Pondsmith also revealed that he will take a less active role in Project Orion compared to Cyberpunk 2077. However, he did state that a designer representing the tabletop gaming side will be in direct communication with CD Projekt RED. In this way, the creative vision and core principles of the series will continue to be maintained through these connections with the studio. This will allow CD Projekt RED to add their own creative touches to the game while remaining true to its roots.
CD Projekt RED The front is currently avoiding sharing official details about Project Orion. However, after the last major update to Cyberpunk 2077 last December, the focus has completely shifted to the new project. Moreover, the game It will be released with a physical cartridge for the Switch 2, shows the value that CD Projekt RED gives to even the old game and its broad platform strategy. It seems like we will have to wait a few more years for Project Orion to be released. However, this expansion and different dystopian experience that will be offered with the new city already makes us think that this wait will be worth it.
