The Edgerunners Blu-Ray: Is It Worth Blowing Your Eddies For This Physical Piece of Night City?
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Looks like *Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners* is getting a fancy physical Blu-ray release, packed with extras and a hefty price tag, reminding us why this anime was so crucial for Night City's redemption arc – just in time for a second, equally grim, season. It's a proper collector's item, but your wallet might need a med-kit after.
Right, so in an age where everything’s streamed, downloaded, and then probably lost to the digital ether when your subscription lapses, there’s something undeniably… *charming* about a physical release. Like finding a rare shard in a forgotten corner of Night City, innit?
And speaking of Night City, here’s a bit of news that’s been zipping around my cyber-optic implants all morning: the utterly brilliant *Cyberpunk 2077: Edgerunners* anime is getting the full, tangible, Blu-ray treatment. That’s right, mate, no more relying on Netflix's algorithms to suggest your next rewatch; you can actually *own* it. According to a recent dispatch over at Eurogamer, this acclaimed spin-off is now available for pre-order, with an expected shipping date of October 23rd. Set your chronometers, chooms.
Now, before we all start cheering like we just landed a legendary chrome upgrade, let’s talk brass tacks. This isn't exactly chump change we're talking about here. The US retail price is a cool $123.98. Yeah, you heard me. One hundred and twenty-three dollars and ninety-eight cents for ten episodes. I've been tinkering with the maths, and that’s a fair few eddies, isn’t it? Especially since, as Eurogamer notes, the current listing seems to be Region A, meaning our mates across the pond in the UK might have to do a bit of digital wizardry or shell out for an import. A bit of a bugger, that.
But what do you get for your hard-earned cash, you ask? Well, it’s not just the glorious ten episodes spread across three discs. Oh no. This is where the collector’s heart starts doing a little jig. You’re also getting a storyboard booklet from director Hiroyuki Imaishi – which, let’s be fair, is pretty bloody neat if you’re into the behind-the-scenes magic. Plus, there’s a “special” booklet (vague, but intriguing!), three animation cel sheets (a proper throwback for anime aficionados), and a two-year anniversary poster. It’s a bit like opening a loot box and actually getting something *good* for a change, isn’t it? Tangible goodies that speak to the care and craft that went into the show.
For those of you who somehow missed this absolute gem, the official blurb sets the scene perfectly: “In a world of neon and the cybernetically enhanced, can David climb up from a lowly bourgie to become an edgerunning legend?” And fair dinkum, he did. Former Eurogamer editor-in-chief Wesley Yin-Poole even called it “fantastic” back in 2022, and honestly, that’s an understatement. *Edgerunners* didn’t just tell a cracking story; it saved *Cyberpunk 2077*’s bacon, practically single-handedly. After the game’s… shall we say, *enthusiastic* launch, the anime swooped in like a high-speed joyride through Night City and reminded everyone why we fell in love with this universe in the first place. It was a masterclass in how tie-in media can not only enhance a game but actually, genuinely, revive its reputation. It connected the dots, added depth, and made the sprawling, dangerous world of Night City feel utterly alive and tragically beautiful.
So, is it worth the price of entry? That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? Or, well, the $123.98 question. For the dedicated fan, the collector who cherishes physical media, or anyone who wants to revisit David and Lucy’s heart-wrenching tale without the tyranny of streaming subscriptions, it’s certainly tempting. It feels like a statement, a testament to the show’s quality and its lasting impact on the gaming and anime landscape.
And speaking of lasting impact, there’s more good news for those of us who appreciate the grim, neon-soaked chaos: a second season of *Edgerunners* is apparently in the works at Netflix. Ten more episodes, featuring a standalone story within the *Cyberpunk 2077* universe. Now that’s proper exciting. My mind is already buzzing with possibilities – new edgerunners, new gangs, new ways to get utterly screwed over by the corporations. The writer and producer of the first season even said earlier this year that he doesn't want to write a 'jolly' story for the series because "when people are sad," it makes him "a bit happy." See? This is why I love these mad wizards behind the scenes! That's the kind of deliciously dark energy you need for Night City. It promises more of that signature *Edgerunners* blend of hope, despair, and exquisitely animated mayhem.
So, whether you’re coughing up the eddies for the physical release or just patiently waiting for the next season to drop, it’s clear the *Edgerunners* legacy is far from over. And honestly, for a show that managed to pull off such a spectacular save for a troubled game, I reckon that’s fair play. Just try not to get *too* sad, eh?
Tags: Cyberpunk 2077, Anime, Edgerunners, Gaming Culture, Blu-ray
Original article: Eurogamer