After the tumultuous launch of Cyberpunk 2077, filled with bugs and missing features, the development team faced a significant backlash from players and critics alike. The game’s reception was described as “absolutely crushing” by Phantom Liberty director Pawel Sasko, especially for team members who had never experienced such failure before.
In an interview, Sasko revealed that the production of Phantom Liberty served as a form of “group therapy” for the team. As they worked on the expansion and updates, they were able to address the issues that had plagued the base game and work through the challenges together.
While patches 1.2 and 1.3 were important steps in fixing the game, they did little to improve public perception. Update 1.5 marked a significant improvement, but it wasn’t until the Edgerunners 1.6 update launched alongside the Netflix anime series that the tide began to turn. The anime served as a better introduction to the universe than the game itself, providing the team with the motivation they needed to push forward.
The release of Cyberpunk 2077’s 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion signaled a true turning point for the game. The team’s hard work and dedication paid off, as the game’s Steam reviews reached an ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ status, showcasing the successful redemption of Cyberpunk 2077.
Despite its rocky start, Cyberpunk 2077’s journey to recovery serves as a testament to the resilience and dedication of the development team. Through hard work, collaboration, and a commitment to improvement, the team was able to overcome the challenges they faced and deliver a quality experience to players. As they continue to build on this success, Cyberpunk 2077 stands as a shining example of redemption in the world of gaming.
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