An Unannounced Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2.5D Brawler Was Reportedly in Development at WayForward
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
A leaked developer portfolio reveals that WayForward and CD Projekt Red were collaborating on a rollback-supported 2.5D Cyberpunk: Edgerunners brawler codenamed Gemini, though its current status remains uncertain following studio restructuring.
According to a recent report by MP1st, CD Projekt Red teamed up with Shantae developer WayForward to build a smaller spin-off game based on the hit anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. Codenamed Gemini, the project was reportedly conceptualized as a rollback-driven 2.5D brawler that utilized online transport integration for multiplayer support. Details of the unannounced title surfaced inside the portfolio of a former WayForward developer, pointing to production windows spanning between 2025 and 2026.
While the current status of Gemini remains uncertain, the concept fit the studio's pedigree for arcade-style beat 'em ups like River City Girls. However, separate findings indicate that financial hurdles and funding delays for a concurrent Unreal Engine 5 project led to development halts and subsequent layoffs at WayForward after the delivery of a vertical slice. For players hoping to jump into a retro-styled multiplayer brawler set in Night City, the news stings, especially given how well the anime aesthetic translates to fast-paced combat.
This unannounced project joins a massive pipeline for the franchise at CD Projekt Red. While we wait for concrete details on the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, the universe continues to expand across streaming platforms with Edgerunners Season 2, physical card games, and ongoing community support. For players who treat gaming as an interconnected entertainment ecosystem spanning shows, streams, and play sessions, losing a promising spin-off hurts, but the broader franchise momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
Tags: Cyberpunk 2077, WayForward, CD Projekt Red, Gaming News, Action Games
Original article: Eurogamer