A report says CD Projekt Red was working on a smaller Cyberpunk 2077 spin-off based on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, with WayForward attached to develop it as a 2.5D brawler. The project was reportedly in the works between 2025 and 2026, suggesting CD Projekt Red had explored a more compact game while fans continue waiting for the next main Cyberpunk title.
The pairing drew attention because WayForward is known for retro-styled action games, platformers and beat 'em ups, making the studio a natural fit for a side-scrolling brawler set in the Cyberpunk universe. Framing the game around Edgerunners also would have linked it directly to one of the franchise's most recognizable spin-offs.
However, the future of the reported project appears uncertain. According to the description of the report, layoffs at WayForward have cast doubt over whether the game is still moving forward, has been paused, or may never be released in its planned form.
For now, the reported Cyberpunk: Edgerunners brawler remains an unconfirmed chapter in CD Projekt Red's broader Cyberpunk plans. With Cyberpunk 2077 still performing strongly, interest in any new spin-off is likely to stay high, but there is no clear indication yet on whether this smaller game will resurface.
