CD Projekt Red co-founder apologizes for the sorry state of 'Cyberpunk 2077'

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'This video is me publicly owning up,' Marcin Iwiński said.'This video is me publicly owning up,' Marcin Iwiński said.

CD Projekt Red co-founder apologizes for the sorry state of 'Cyberpunk 2077' | Engadget

CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwinski has shared a new video acknowledging that the studio "underestimated the task" of bringing Cyberpunk 2077 to previous-gen consoles, and promising that work on the game will continue. The update also addresses questions about why console review codes were distributed later than PC, and reveals a new DLC roadmap that, among other things, pushes the planned next-gen console update to—hopefully—sometime in the second half of 2021.The initial plan, Iwinski explains in the video, was "to make the game look epic on PCs," and then adapt it to consoles afterward. Despite the age of the PS4 and Xbox One consoles, the job "did not look super-difficult at first," he says. "We knew the hardware gap, yes, but ultimately I think that time has proven that we've underestimated the task."At the same time, he also said that testing failed to reveal many of the problems players encountered after the game was released. "As we got closer to launch, we saw significant improvements each and every day, and we really believed we’d deliver in the final day zero update," he said.Cyberpunk 2077 reviews also led to controversy. The difference between PC and console reviews is stark—the PC version has an 86/100 aggregate score on Metacritic, compared to 56 for the PS4 and 61 on Xbox One—and the fact that PC review keys were sent out earlier than console codes has led some fans to speculate that the studio was intentionally trying to hide what it knew would be sub-par performance."When it comes to the review process for consoles, at the same time PC codes were sent out we were still working hard to improve the quality of the game on old-gen consoles," Iwinski said. "Every extra day that we worked on the day zero update brought visible improvement—that’s why we started sending console codes for reviews on the 8th December, which was later than we had planned."The rough state of the game has forced CD Projekt to reconsider its short-term DLC plans. The promised free DLC is still coming, but the priority has been shifted to fixing the game. The next-gen console update—Cyberpunk 2077 currently runs on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X via backwards compatibility—has also been pushed back: "We’re aiming for the second half of the year and we’ll reveal more when we have more to share," the studio said in an FAQ.Co-founder Marcin Iwinski said the studio 'underestimated the task' of making Cyberpunk 2077 run on previous-gen consoles.

CD Projekt apologizes for Cyberpunk 2077 again, new update roadmap pushes back DLC for fixes | PC Gamer

CD Projekt co-founder addresses botched Cyberpunk 2077 console release in new video • Eurogamer.net

"Our big plans for supporting Cyberpunk in the long term did not change""Our big plans for supporting Cyberpunk in the long term did not change"

Cyberpunk 2077 next-gen update not coming until late 2021 | GamesRadar+

Cyberpunk 2077 has been out for a little over a month now, and Mitch is already looking forward to the future. While the team at CDPR is rightfully focused on fixing the single player game, that doesn't stop Mitch from speculating on what a multiplayer Cyberpunk could look like. Cyberpunk 2077 has been out for a little over a month now, and Mitch is already looking forward to the future. While the team at CDPR is rightfully focused on fixing the single player game, that doesn't stop Mitch from speculating on what a multiplayer Cyberpunk could look like.

Cyberpunk 2077 - Getting Multiplayer Right | MMORPG.com

Co-founder Marcin Iwiński narrows next-gen upgrade for back half of 2021, delays free DLCs until after first big patchesCo-founder Marcin Iwiński narrows next-gen upgrade for back half of 2021, delays free DLCs until after first big patches

CD Projekt apologizes again for Cyberpunk 2077 on consoles | GamesIndustry.biz

CDPR have outlined their plans to patch Cyberpunk 2077 throughout 2021 and release the free DLCs that are planned for the game.CDPR have outlined their plans to patch Cyberpunk 2077 throughout 2021 and release the free DLCs that are planned for the game.

Cyberpunk 2077 releases roadmap for 2021 | Rock Paper Shotgun

The Polish developer has offered a 2021 roadmap showing the critical patches for the game, along with DLC and next-gen upgrades.CD Projekt Red's 2021 roadmap shows DLC, next-gen patches and more

Cyberpunk 2077 gets PS5 and XSX release window... and apology from co-founder | TechRadar

Marcin Iwinski appeared in a video on Twitter apologizing for the debacle.Marcin Iwinski appeared in a video on Twitter apologizing for the debacle.

Cyberpunk 2077 studio co-founder explains what went wrong - CNET

Cyberpunk 2077 dataminers have uncovered the first details for the game's upcoming standalone multiplayer mode.Cyberpunk 2077 dataminers have uncovered the first details for the game's upcoming standalone multiplayer mode.

‘Cyberpunk 2077’: multiplayer mode details leaked by dataminers

Free DLC will follow important fixes and updates - CD Projekt RED has launched a new webpage outlining its commitment to r...Free DLC will follow important fixes and updates

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We knew Cyberpunk 2077 is getting multiplayer, and dataminers have uncovered the first few details.But there's still no word on a release date

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Polish video game maker CD Projekt is working with Sony to bring back its troubled Cyberpunk 2077 game to PlayStation Store, but no date has been agreed, its chief executive Adam Kicinski told PAP news agency on Wednesday.Polish video game maker CD Projekt is working with Sony to bring back its troubled Cyberpunk 2077 game to PlayStation Store, but no date has been agreed, its chief executive Adam Kicinski told PAP news agency on Wednesday.

Poland's CD Projekt working with Sony to bring back Cyberpunk 2077 - PAP | Reuters

In a video on Twitter and a Q&A posted on the company’s website, CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwiński apologized for the state Cyberpunk 2077 launched in on consoles, shared a road map for updates to the game coming in the future, and said the studio would deliver these fixes “without any obligatory overtime.”In a video on Twitter and a Q&A posted on the company’s website, CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwiński apologized for the state Cyberpunk 2077 launched in on consoles, shared a road map for updates to the game coming in the future, and said the studio would deliver these fixes “without any obligatory overtime.”

CD Projekt Red Apologizes For Cyberpunk 2077 Bugs, Says It's Avoiding Crunch On 'All Future Projects'

Joint CEO takes responsibility for 2077's troubled launch; next-gen coming late 2021…Joint CEO takes responsibility for 2077's troubled launch; next-gen coming late 2021…

CD Projekt CEO appears on video to explain Cyberpunk failures and outline plans | VGC

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CD Projekt Red have issues a 5 minute long statement on Cyberpunk 2077's launch and poor PS4 performance in a new video posted on Twitter.CD Projekt Red have issues a 5 minute long statement on Cyberpunk 2077's launch and poor PS4 performance in a new video posted on Twitter.

CD Projekt Red Issue 5 Minute Long Statement On Cyberpunk 2077's Launch And Poor PS4 Performance - PlayStation Universe

While Cyberpunk 2077 has had its share of detractors since its release last month, the game has one big fan: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai! In the creator's latest column for Famitsu, Sakurai discussed CD Projekt Red's latest game, and the controversies that have surrounded [...]While Cyberpunk 2077 has had its share of detractors since its release last month, the game has [...]

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Marcin Iwinski, the founder and co-CEO of CD Projekt, said Jan. 13, 2021 that the decision to publish a glitch-filled Cyberpunk 2077 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One was his and his board of directors’ call alone. Iwinski pledged a full year of post-launch support, including free DLC and a free upgrade from PS4 and Xbox One to the PS5 and Xbox Series X version of the game, in the second half of 2021.Company chief takes the blame for glitchy game on PS4, Xbox One

Cyberpunk 2077’s terrible launch my fault, not developers’, CEO says - Polygon

After multiple delays, reports of mandatory overtime at the studio, and a years-long, nauseating hype train inescapably intertwined with edgelord marketing tactics and transphobia, CD Projekt Red finally released Cyberpunk 2077 into the world at the tail end of last year, and almost every day of its existence since has been utterly wild and often a complete mess. Here’s a rundown of everything that happened in the game’s first month, from glitches that went viral and week-one refunds to missing seizure warnings and targeted harassment campaigns.After multiple delays, reports of mandatory overtime at the studio, and a years-long, nauseating hype train inescapably intertwined with edgelord marketing tactics and transphobia, CD Projekt Red finally released Cyberpunk 2077 into the world at the tail end of last year, and almost every day of its existence since has been utterly wild and often a complete mess. Here’s a rundown of everything that happened in the game’s first month, from glitches that went viral and week-one refunds to missing seizure warnings and targeted harassment campaigns.

Cyberpunk 2077, One Month Later

Native next-gen versions pushed back to second half of 2021 amid patching work.Native next-gen versions pushed back to second half of 2021 amid patching work.

CDPR CEO blames “in-game streaming” for Cyberpunk’s console problems | Ars Technica

Following the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt Red says it will release the first update within the next 10 days, with "a larger, more significant update, in the weeks after."A "larger, more significant update" is on the way.

Cyberpunk 2077’s first major update coming in the next 10 days - The Verge

To say that Cyberpunk 2077 has gotten off to a rough start would be a pretty massive understatement. After several release delays, the highly-anticipated game launched back in December with a horde of bugs and glitches. Things got so bad that stores began pulling Cyberpunk from sale and offering [...]To say that Cyberpunk 2077 has gotten off to a rough start would be a pretty massive [...]

Cyberpunk 2077 Multiplayer and Single-Player Expansions Not Releasing This Year

In a new video posted to Twitter, CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwiński apologizes for Cyberpunk 2077's rough launch.In a new video posted to Twitter, CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwiński apologizes for Cyberpunk 2077's rough launch.

CD Projekt Red releases Cyberpunk 2077 apology and roadmap | VentureBeat

A fan-made mod for Cyberpunk 2077 allows players to experience the game from a third-person perspective, a feature infamously cut before release.A fan-made mod for Cyberpunk 2077 allows players to experience the game from a third-person perspective, a feature infamously cut before release.

Cyberpunk 2077: New Mod Restores Cut Third Person Camera | CBR

CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwiński personally assured players that the company is working hard to set things rightCD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwiński personally assured players that the company is working hard to set things right

Cyberpunk 2077 DLC will be delayed until after the most urgent fixes have arrived | PCGamesN

In Cyberpunk 2077, often the best armor and clothing doesn't look great together. There is no transmog feature, but players have a workaround.A workaround for better outfits.

How to Transmog Clothing Items in Cyberpunk 2077 (& Keep Your Stats)

CD Projekt Red released a five-minute video apologizing for Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch and setting a release window for the game's next-gen update.CD Projekt Red released a five-minute video apologizing for Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch and setting a release window for the game's next-gen update.

Cyberpunk 2077 Next-Gen Update Coming in Second Half of 2021 | Digital Trends

A new Cyberpunk 2077 leak has surfaced, and it claims to have the first details on the multiplayer mode in development for the PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and Google Stadia game. According to the leak, which comes straight from the game's files, CD Projekt Red is working [...]A new Cyberpunk 2077 leak has surfaced, and it claims to have the first details on the multiplayer [...]

Cyberpunk 2077 Leak Reveals First Multiplayer Details

I'm not sure how ready you all are to hear apologies for the sad state of Cyberpunk 2077 at launch – particularly on Cyberpunk 2077 got an apology video from the co-founder of CD Projekt

Cyberpunk 2077 got an apology video from the co-founder of CD Projekt

CD Projekt's co-founder speaks extensively about the issues surrounding Cyberpunk 2077's development and rocky launch.CD Projekt's co-founder speaks extensively about the issues surrounding Cyberpunk 2077's development and rocky launch.

CD Projekt co-founder releases video apology for Cyberpunk 2077's launch, shares patch roadmap | Shacknews

CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwinski delivers a personal statement regarding the decision-making process of Cyberpunk 2077's launch.CD Projekt Red co-founder Marcin Iwinski delivers a personal statement regarding the decision-making process of Cyberpunk 2077's launch.

CD Projekt Red Co-Founder Releases Video Statement About Cyberpunk 2077 Development

After the messy launch of "Cyberpunk 2077," the studio's co-founder is apologizing to fans: "I and the entire leadership team are deeply sorry."After the messy launch of "Cyberpunk 2077," the studio's co-founder is apologizing to fans: "I and the entire leadership team are deeply sorry."

'Cyberpunk 2077' developer apologizes: We 'underestimated the task' - Business Insider

Cyberpunk 2077, a video game train wreck of epic proportions, is the subject of an apology video from CD Projekt Red.Cyberpunk 2077, a video game train wreck of epic proportions, is the subject of an apology video from CD Projekt Red.

Cyberpunk 2077 Apology Released by CD Projekt Red

In a statement by developer CD Projekt Red, the studio reveals the free Cyberpunk 2077 DLC will be delayed to focus on improving the game first.Cyberpunk 2077 free DLC is still coming - just later.

Cyberpunk 2077 Free DLC Pushed Back To Focus On Fixing Game

Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt Red has shared a new update on the game, accompanied by a new content roadmap that reveals when players can expect the game's next-gen versions to release on PS5 and Xbox Series X, when the game's free DLC will start releasing, and more. Unfortunately, for those [...]Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt Red has shared a new update on the game, accompanied by a new [...]

Cyberpunk 2077 Roadmap Update Reveals Next-Gen Release, DLC, and More

"We've underestimated the task""We've underestimated the task"

Cyberpunk 2077 Was 'Constantly Challenged' By Last-Gen Consoles - Xbox News

CD Projekt Red releases a statement from co-founder Marcin Iwinski and a vague roadmap for Cyberpunk 2077 updates through the rest of 2021.CD Projekt Red releases a statement from co-founder Marcin Iwinski and a vague roadmap for Cyberpunk 2077 updates through the rest of 2021.

Cyberpunk 2077 Updates Roadmap Revealed | Game Rant

CD Projekt Red founder Marcin Iwinski has released an in-depth statement about the days leading up to the game's release.CD Projekt Red founder Marcin Iwinski has released an in-depth statement about the days leading up to the game's release.

Cyberpunk 2077 Studio Co-Founder Releases A Personal Explanation About What Happened - GameSpot

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3 Reasons the 'Cyberpunk 2077' Fiasco Boosts Live-Service Appeal to Game Publishers - Variety 3 Reasons the ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Fiasco Boosts Live-Service Appeal to Game Publishers – Variety</a></p> </figcaption> </figure> <figure> <amp-img width="330" height="194" src="https://www.siliconera.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/cyberpunk-2077-next-gen-update-2.jpg" class="attachment-better-amp-small size-better-amp-small wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://www.siliconera.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/cyberpunk-2077-next-gen-update-2.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 300vw, 300px"></amp-img> <figcaption> Waiting on the Cyberpunk 2077 next-gen update? It'll be a while. It'll arrive in the second half of 2021 after the free DLC.Waiting on the Cyberpunk 2077 next-gen update? It'll be a while. It'll arrive in the second half of 2021 after the free DLC. <p><a href="http://glbnews.com/url.html?p=https://www.siliconera.com/cyberpunk-2077-next-gen-update-will-arrive-after-free-dlc/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cyberpunk 2077 Next-gen Update Will Arrive After Free DLC - Siliconera</a></p> </figcaption> </figure> <figure> <amp-img width="330" height="194" src="https://www.artforum.com/uploads/upload.002/id19350/featured00_1064x.jpg" class="attachment-better-amp-small size-better-amp-small wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://www.artforum.com/uploads/upload.002/id19350/featured00_1064x.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 300vw, 300px"></amp-img> <figcaption> THE MOST WIDELY ANTICIPATED VIDEO GAME of the past several years, Cyberpunk 2077, was finally released in the twilight of 2020. Served up in over thirty countries across all major gaming platforms, this regrettably undercooked sci-fi pastiche—riddled with disruptive glitches, prone to crashing, and jerry-rigged from clearly unfinished code—infuriated nerds across the globe. I thought that perhaps a dystopian hacker narrative marred by erroneous programming might represent a perfect (albeit accidental) marriage of form and content—but this interpretation has probably appeased no one. Moreover, THE MOST WIDELY ANTICIPATED VIDEO GAME of the past several years, Cyberpunk 2077, was finally released in the twilight of 2020. Served up in over thirty countries across all major gaming platforms, this regrettably undercooked sci-fi pastiche—riddled with disruptive glitches, prone to crashing, and jerry-rigged from clearly unfinished code—infuriated nerds across the globe. I thought that perhaps a dystopian hacker narrative marred by erroneous programming might represent a perfect (albeit accidental) marriage of form and content—but this interpretation has probably appeased no one. Moreover, <p><a href="http://glbnews.com/url.html?p=https://www.artforum.com/slant/luke-libera-moore-on-cyberpunk-2077-2020-84886" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> Luke Libera Moore on Cyberpunk 2077 (2020) - Artforum International </a></p> </figcaption> </figure> <figure> <amp-img width="330" height="194" src="https://i1.wp.com/twinfinite.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Cyberpunk-2077-15.jpg?resize=1000%2C600&ssl=1" class="attachment-better-amp-small size-better-amp-small wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/twinfinite.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Cyberpunk-2077-15.jpg?resize=1000%2C600&ssl=1" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 300vw, 300px"></amp-img> <figcaption> Today Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt RED posted an extensive overview of the situation of the game and future plans. Today Cyberpunk 2077 developer CD Projekt RED posted an extensive overview of the situation of the game and future plans. <p><a href="http://glbnews.com/url.html?p=https://twinfinite.net/2021/01/cyberpunk-2077-commitment/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cyberpunk 2077 Devs Commit to Improving The Game; Next-Gen Update Coming in Second Half of 2021</a></p> </figcaption> </figure> <figure> <amp-img width="330" height="194" src="https://assets.gamepur.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/14091043/cyberpunk-2077-johnny-back.jpg" class="attachment-better-amp-small size-better-amp-small wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://assets.gamepur.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/14091043/cyberpunk-2077-johnny-back.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 300vw, 300px"></amp-img> <figcaption> An intimate apology video promises updates and DLC in the near future.An intimate apology video promises updates and DLC in the near future. <p><a href="http://glbnews.com/url.html?p=https://www.gamepur.com/news/cd-projekt-red-claims-cyberpunk-2077-made-it-difficult-for-ourselves-says-next-gen-version-set-for-late-2021" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">CD Projekt Red claims Cyberpunk 2077 ambitions 'made it difficult' to succeed, reveals 2021 roadmap | Gamepur</a></p> </figcaption> </figure> <figure><amp-ad layout="fixed" width=300 height=250 type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3459615361745091" data-ad-slot="7637803679"> </amp-ad></figure> <figure> <amp-img width="330" height="194" src="https://www.dsogaming.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Cyberpunk-2077-Johnny-Silverhand-New-Screenshot-scaled.jpg" class="attachment-better-amp-small size-better-amp-small wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://www.dsogaming.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Cyberpunk-2077-Johnny-Silverhand-New-Screenshot-scaled.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 300vw, 300px"></amp-img> <figcaption> Poland's Office of Competition and Consumer Protection has now opened a formal investigation into CD Projekt S.A. for Cyberpunk 2077's performance.Poland's Office of Competition and Consumer Protection has now opened a formal investigation into CD Projekt S.A. for Cyberpunk 2077's performance. <p><a href="http://glbnews.com/url.html?p=https://www.dsogaming.com/news/cdpr-is-under-investigation-by-polands-consumer-protection-agency-over-cyberpunk-2077s-troubled-launch/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">CDPR is under investigation by Poland’s Consumer Protection Agency over Cyberpunk 2077's troubled launch - DSOGaming</a></p> </figcaption> </figure> </div> </div> </div> <amp-animation id="showAnim" layout="nodisplay"> <script type="application/json"> { "duration": "600ms", "fill": "both", "iterations": "1", "direction": "alternate", "animations": [ { "selector": "#scrollToTopButton", "keyframes": [ { "opacity": "1", "visibility": "visible" } ] } ] } </script> </amp-animation>  <amp-animation id="hideAnim" layout="nodisplay"> <script type="application/json"> { "duration": "200ms", "fill": "both", "iterations": "1", "direction": "alternate", "animations": [ { "selector": "#scrollToTopButton", "keyframes": [ { "opacity": "0", "visibility": "hidden" } ] } ] } </script> </amp-animation>  <button id="scrollToTopButton" on="tap:top-page.scrollTo(duration=200)" class="scrollToTop">⌃</button> <footer class="better-amp-footer "><div class="better-amp-footer-nav"> </div> <amp-auto-ads type="adsense" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3459615361745091"> </amp-auto-ads> <amp-analytics type="googleanalytics"><script type="application/json">{"vars":{"account":"UA-55602305-8"},"triggers":{"trackPageview":{"on":"visible","request":"pageview"}}}</script></amp-analytics></footer></div></body></html>