Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 anime series announced by CD Projekt Red and Trigger for Netflix

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At the Anime Expo 2025 conference, CD Projekt and Trigger unveiled Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, a fresh anime series that takes place within the universe of Cyberpunk 2077.

Just as we’re eagerly anticipating, “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2” is set to premiere on Netflix, with Kai Ikarashi taking on directorial duties, as announced at a recent panel. Bartosz Sztybor, who serves as showrunner, story writer, and producer for the sequel, hinted that although David’s story may have concluded in “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners”, there is still much more to uncover within Night City. Additionally, lead character designer Kanno Ichigo (“Promare”, “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners”) and Masahiko Otsuka (“Gurren Lagann”, “Promare”) will be involved in the screenplay adaptation for this upcoming installment.

A sequel to “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners,” titled “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2,” is currently being developed for streaming on Netflix. This new series continues the storyline from the original, which debuted in 2022.

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Below, you’ll discover the latest Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 artwork along with all the pertinent details shared by CD Projekt Red and Trigger. Enjoy!

This year at Anime Expo, from July 2nd to 6th, CD PROJEKT RED organized a live panel called “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners — A Peek Behind the Scenes with Its Creators.” The panel included story writer and producer Bartosz Sztybor, voice actors Emi Lo (playing Lucy Kushinada) and Zach Aguilar (as David Martinez), moderated by Joey “The Anime Man” Bizinger. Additionally, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners director Hiroyuki Imaishi made a special appearance.

After a vibrant conversation about the enduring impact of the critically praised anime, discussions on its production, and additional intriguing behind-the-scenes facts, Sztybor unveiled the upcoming partnership between CD PROJEKT RED and animation studio TRIGGER for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. Alongside Imaishi, he disclosed an exclusive sneak peek of the anime’s official emblem and its promotional artwork.

In the same vein, Imaishi handed over the reins to Kai Ikarashi (responsible for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and SSSS.Gridman), marking his first directorial role in Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. Ikarashi made an appearance via a pre-recorded video message and unveiled a Director’s Vision clip to discuss the reasons behind his work on this anime project.

In a recent statement, Sztybor, the showrunner, story writer, and producer of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, expressed excitement about having the renowned animation studio TRIGGER on board. He shared that while David’s tale has concluded, there are still many intriguing aspects to uncover in Night City. Sztybor described the upcoming project as a gripping narrative of redemption and revenge, unlike anything CD PROJEKT RED has produced before.

Joining Sztybor will be Kanno Ichigo, lead character designer for Promare and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and Masahiko Otsuka, screenplay adapter for Gurren Lagann and Promare. The team’s work promises to deliver a unique and raw chronicle.

The statement concluded with an invitation to a private viewing of newly released teaser footage at the Peacock Theater during TRIGGER’s panel later that evening.

The upcoming series, “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2,” is being jointly developed by CD PROJEKT RED and animation powerhouse TRIGGER. Currently in production, it’s set to stream on Netflix at a later date.

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2025-07-05 06:26