Summary
While not much has been revealed about it, the sequel toCyberpunk 2077has been confirmed. The firstCyberpunk 2077game features many different endings, and its complex, sprawling plot leaves some characters either dead or otherwise not viable for an appearance in the eventual follow-up. That said, some characters could work well in the next game.
WhateverCyberpunk 2077’s sequel ends up looking like, it probably won’t be a direct continuation of V’s story. While V has turned out to be something of an iconic character, their story is personal and self-contained, lacking the broad-stretching importance of other gaming heroes like Geralt of Rivia, whose involvement in various external conflicts and threats made him suitable for helming an entire series.Cyberpunk 2077’s world works without V, and it may be wiser for CD Projekt Red to focus on a different set of characters entirely. Whether the studio takes this route or decides to somehow reincorporate V into the game, certain characters could make a follow-up appearance.
Judy Alvarez
Judy Leaves Night City in Cyberpunk 2077
As one of the most beloved characters inCyberpunk 2077, Judy Alvarez would be a welcome addition to the game’s sequel. On top of her status as a fan-favorite character, she is also one of the most plausible characters to show up in a future game.
Judy decides to leave Night City inCyberpunk 2077’s final act, whether the player romances her or not; If V forms a relationship with her, she will leave with them, and if V doesn’t, then she will leave on her own. In both scenarios, Judy is shown to be looking for a fresh start in life, as she feels like there’s nothing left for her in the city. If the nextCyberpunk 2077game takes place in a non-Night City location, then Judy could reasonably appear, as her place of residence is undefined at the end of the first game.
Johnny Silverhand
Johnny Silverhand’s Appearance Has the Most Potential
The fate of Johnny Silverhandat the end ofCyberpunk 2077is dependent on several different factors and is closely connected to the ending a character chooses. This opens the door to a number of unique storytelling opportunities.
For example, one popularCyberpunk 2077ending involves Johnny fully taking over V’s body, which allows him to lead a normal life and serves as a sort of bittersweet redemption arc. If the sequel makes this ending canon, then perhaps the player-character could run into Johnny, who is controlling V’s body, at some point in the game. Another example: one ending sees Johnny venture beyond the Blackwall with Alt. If this is deemed the canon ending, then players could encounter Johnny in cyberspace.
If the next game is a prequel, then perhaps players can run into the character before he was put on the Soulkiller engram. It’s not clear just how ambitious CD Projekt Red will get withtheCyberpunk 2077sequel, but it’s possible that the developer could add the option to import aCyberpunk 2077save file, leading to several different potential encounters with Johnny.
Ultimately, what characters make a comeback in theCyberpunk 2077sequel will depend on its premise, which has not been defined. The next game could be closely tied to the major players of its predecessor, in which case many characters would likely return. On the other hand, it could take place in a completely different era or part of the world, making character reprisals unlikely. There are countlessopportunities for theCyberpunk 2077sequelto realize, so fans will just have to wait and see.
Cyberpunk 2077
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Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt Red.Set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour and body modification, you play as V, a mercenary outlaw going after a one-of-a-kind implant that is the key to immortality.Upgraded with next-gen in mind and featuring free additional content, customize your character and playstyle as you take on jobs, build a reputation, and unlock upgrades.The relationships you forge and the choices you make will shape the story and the world around you. Legends are made here. What will yours be?
