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First in-game footage from Cyberpunk 2077's E3 2018 demo surfaces (off-screen)

DSOGaming writes: "As we’ve already reported, CD Projekt RED showcased Cyberpunk 2077 behind closed doors. And today, the first gameplay footage from that demonstration has surfaced. However, do note that a) this is a small glimpse/tease and b) this is off-screen footage."

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IamTylerDurden12567d ago (Edited 2567d ago )

That was basically nothing. The city looked beautiful, but c'mon.

Cyberpunk was one of the most disappointing things at E3 imo. We expected gameplay after 6 years, but instead got a cinematic trailer. I honestly wasn't impressed with tone either. There were cool elements like the robot mercenaries in the cab and perhaps even the protagonist and the car at the end, but overall, i wasn't blown away. Especially considering it was Microsoft's show closer.

TheOptimist2567d ago

I don't even get why people think it has been in the works for 6 years. They just released a trailer in 2012 while the actual active development started in 2016 after Blood & Wine released. Smh.... Apply some logic.

neutralgamer19922566d ago (Edited 2566d ago )

No not true

After release of Witcher 3 majority of the team moved on while a smaller team was working on dlc

This game has been in active development for a a while now. I really think this is a fall 2019 title

Aeery2566d ago

This video showed ... nothing.

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1nsomniac2565d ago (Edited 2565d ago )

Because CDPR have publically stated it has been in development behind the scenes for 6 years. That’s why.

starchild2565d ago

Yes, it has been worked on in some fashion by some small number of devs at CDPR for about 6 years, but serious, studio-wide development didn't start until after the Blood and Wine expansion.

And yes, this video was fairly low quality and offered nothing but a glimpse. But for those that are super hyped and eagerly anticipating the game a glimpse is better than nothing. I love the visual aesthetic and I'm extremely glad they are using a dynamic day/night cycle. It makes a huge difference to the believability and aesthetic beauty and variety of a game.

3-4-52565d ago

@Theoptimist. The entire team doesn't work on an expansion...maybe 20-30 people. the core teams moves to next game.

Anybody who knows anything about the gaming industry and games development knows this.

But you are kind of right in that it hasn't been full team developed for 6 years....probably 4-5.

Felix_Argyle_Catbro2565d ago

"development started in 2016"

No, no and no.

TheDriz2565d ago

@neutralgamer1992

Your info is not correct.

TocaCannaBowl2565d ago

thats so stupid of them tho ..why release a trailer in 2012 and start the actual develepmont of the game in 2016 ?

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InKnight7s2565d ago

So you assume the game builders from mostly the scratch they worked again on DLCs? that would put pricing as full game each because working even in games it cost and require salaries!! smaller team that twist and add things for DLCs.

fiveby92565d ago

I don't think the timeline @TheOptimist present is quite accurate. Word from behind the scenes gameplay demo seems to be positive. Not sure why they didn't show the public. Maybe just like teasing longer. As the saying goes, "always leave them wanting more".

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The 10th Rider2566d ago (Edited 2566d ago )

I do think the tone of the new trailer was pretty jarring. I know the original trailer was just showing off the concept, but it seemed so much grittier and more mature. I'm sure the game will be fine, but it did kill a bit of my hype.

neutralgamer19922566d ago

Those who saw the demo said the overall feel was a lot darker than what the trailer showed

The 10th Rider2566d ago

That's good to hear. The original trailer had more of a Blade Runner/Deus Ex vibe. This one felt more like Watch Dogs 2

BadElf2565d ago

Yeah, I was worried after the e3 trailer. Then CD Project said they purposely showed the city in the day time, and that way, so it "didn't feel/look like every single other" Dystopia type thing. They then confirmed, a lot of the dark, mature feel will be there...especially at night.

Last_Boss2565d ago

It was partly due to the time of day and that one singular shot.

sprinterboy2565d ago

The game from what I'm hearing sounds like a gta clone set in the future with a deux ex kinda story with traditional style fps weapon mechanics similar to destiny weapon feel. Ticks the boxes for me since it's first person, 3rd person it would have just felt like a gta game imo set on the future.

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Takwin2566d ago

I have seen many sites, experienced ones, say that it was the best game demo they have EVER seen, including Digital Foundry, Game Informer, and more.

https://www.eurogamer.net/a...

https://www.pcworld.com/art...

https://metro.co.uk/2018/06...

medman2565d ago (Edited 2565d ago )

@takwin
Kudos to you for including those links...I had seen the Eurogamer one (among many others), but the other two were new to me and much appreciated.

starchild2565d ago

I also watched the Playstation Access video about their experience with the demonstration and they said it "blew our minds". They basically raved about the game. https://youtu.be/PB2PlZUlZi...

John Linneman from Digital Foundry also had extremely high praise for what he saw. On twitter he wrote:

"Cyberpunk 2077 is legit. I can’t even imagine this being current gen. Like holy shit. It’s like Deus Ex + Crysis + Witcher at a scale and level of detail that I’ve never seen. It’s the kind of game I’ve dreamt of for ages. That was one hell of an hour."
https://mobile.twitter.com/...

purpleblau2565d ago

Ok, if it's the best game demo they showed. Why didn't they show the public? What's the point of hiding such a beautiful demo?

Movefasta19932565d ago

Somebody with Knack for a profile pic shouldn't be criticizing anything imo.

phoenixwing2565d ago (Edited 2565d ago )

i don't think it was basically nothing if the city is that densely packed and made then it is quite something. Gives me even more reason to expect great things.

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Antifan2565d ago

Because all of CDPR'S work are subjected to change, just like the original TW3 demo. CDPR is right not to show gameplay. So it's not used against them by outraged fanboys (the downgrade crowd) if or when the gameplay style does change.
The game is coming regardless, you will not only see it but play it regardless. So why don't we wait

killswitch802565d ago

nah if you knew anything about Cyberpunk you would know for a sure that this game is coming out in 2020. Its called Cyberpunk 2020 not this game but what its based on.

DOMination-2565d ago

@FunAndGun: it IS based off a table-top RPG called Cyberpunk 2020

joab7772565d ago

I disagree because I know why they did it now. Even so called journalists were upset with the FPS aspect. Imagine a million idiots retweeting after a gameplay demo.

Do your thing CDPR. Bioshock and Half life are to of my favorite IPs. I also loved Deus Ex. This will probably be better than all of them. Bring it on!!

conanlifts2565d ago

Let them take their time and get it right. Hopefully 2019 but if not 2020 or even 2021. If it turns out perfect it is worth the wait. Witcher 3 was not only one of the best games of all time but also the best value. Even the standard edition at launch came loaded with extras like a music cd etc. The game was huge and each DLC/ expansion was bigger than most games on their own. I say make a new IP as great or better than that and if time is needed so be it.

Plenty to play in the meanwhile.

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Ceaser98573612565d ago

cyberpunk fall 2019?? Keep dreaming.. Its a 2020 title could push to 2021 .. Will release on Both current and Next gen..

sinspirit2565d ago (Edited 2565d ago )

They have been very undecided on how exactly the gameplay will function, let alone what perspective to choose. They didn't show it to the public yet but showed it to many press behind doors and from what has been said it looks absolutely groundbreaking and genre-defining so we will likely get a public presentation of it after professional critiques have been super positive. They are patient. This is art to them. We have plenty of other games until this comes out. Yes, it sucks that a game that is super interesting is still not in our hands. But, they are here to make history, not just money.

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Gazondaily2567d ago

Even that tease looks epic.

Cyberpunk man; how will current gen vanilla consoles handle this?

techsquisite2567d ago

Just want that as a live/dynamic wallpaper. And more than likely a couple console price cuts will happen before its released to make the pro/X more enticing.

3 games I've patiently waited the longest for -
The Last Guardian
Cyberpunk
Final Fantasy VII Remake

One has come. One is coming soon. And one is probably a myth at this point.

Lamboomington2566d ago

As long as the next gen and PC version are not downgraded, everyone will be happy. Hopefully the PC version maxed out will look as good as the demo.

AgeInTheCage2565d ago

Hope the pc master race actually purchases this, us console players have been keeping gaming alive while 92% of the master race have been torrenting games for the past 20 years.

I expect the console versions to outsell the pc versions by quite a bit.

starchild2565d ago

Way to troll. PC gaming generates more revenue than any console platform. And most games sell very well on PC. It's a healthy platform. Why do think nearly every developer not owned by Sony or Nintendo is putting their games on PC?

The Witcher 3 sold better on the PC than on either the PS4 or XB1.

MWH2565d ago

@AgeInTheCage you know what else in the cage? Bullsh1t.

tontontam02565d ago

"The Witcher 3 sold better on the PC than on either the PS4 or XB1."

WTF pc elitist
the witcher 3 sold more on "ps4 and xbox combined" than pc
can't you just be happy that the devs made so much money that they now have the budget to create an even better game

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OffRoadKing2565d ago

Poorly but by the time it releases it will probably be on next gen consoles, well PS5 anyway.

slate912566d ago

You saw more in the trailer than in that video :(

Blu3_Berry2566d ago

I mean it looks pretty but we pretty much guessed that. Gonna remain skeptic until we see actual gameplay to decide if the first person view is right or not.

It's not that I don't have faith in CPR, but here's my issue with the first person view. They said it is an RPG first, shooter second. My problem with that is I find first person RPGs very slow and boring. A few examples of an RPG first with shooting elements are games like Prey(reboot), Dues Ex, Half-Life, Elderscrolls(when in first person view) & in some cases Dishonored. I found those games pretty boring and too slow paced for my liking (Dishonored was enjoyable but I'm done with that series now).

I also don't feel as immersed in the world when it's first person in an RPG as well. I prefer seeing my character and all the surroundings to feel like I am alive and in this world.

Now, if it was an Action-Shooter with some RPG elements similar to games like Bioshock, Borderlands, Dead Space, Dying Light, and Far Cry (the latter two aren't really RPGs but whatever) then I would be completely cool with that.

That is my main problem with Cyberpunk being First Person. I generally don't enjoy RPGs in first person unless it is an action shooter with RPG elements. I find it rather slow paced and repetitive.

I don't doubt that these guys can make a great game. It's just I do not like RPG games being in first person unless it is on the action side. That's my opinion at least.

Bobafret2566d ago

Do you run around in real life being followed by a camera drone? I don't understand how pulling away from your character is more immersive.

Blu3_Berry2566d ago

Why are you comparing a videogame to real life? I already deal with enough BS in real life. I play videogames to get away from real life crap to have fun and be immersed in unique worlds.

madforaday2565d ago

Because if a developer wants to tell a story about a character, the player wants to actually see the character to see how he/she reacts to the world. You will see emotions throughout the game without needed a cutscene.

A first person view is more aligned with YOU are the character (Far Cry 5 for an example) so in reality you don't see yourself from behind you lol. I loved Far Cry but I didn't give a crap about the characater I was because I never saw that person.

A game like Last Of Us or Horizon, I am "watching" a part of their happen so I am immersed in that.

Bobafret2565d ago

@madforaday
I imagine I am that character and in that world, it's not hard. But different strokes and all that.

cyx2565d ago

No we don't because were just basic humans so we're seeing things from a limited scope aka 1st person. Thats why 3rd person is a good thing imo .its like having god eyes lol you see evrything around you not just a limited perspective. I get enough 1st person in everyday life. I wish they would have given us the CHOICE to play in 1st or 3rd. Gta v proved you can have an amazing open world game with both camera modes available

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Rippcity2566d ago

I was skeptical about the first person view as well but I feel like that was just because I expected it to be third person like the Witcher. After reading the comments of people who played the demo, it seems like they have something that plays faster than Dues Ex and slower than Borderlands. Which to me is fine. I would be perfectly happy with something similar to the way Borderlands plays. I also imagine that since it is all about customization, the play style will differ from person to person based on how you build your character. I have complete faith in CD to make something awesome, regardless of the perspective.

starchild2565d ago

Deus Ex--the first one--is one of my favorite games of all time (the others are pretty awesome too). Third person would have totally changed that game for the worse. It didn't feel "slow" or "boring". Quite the opposite actually. It was one of the most exciting, immersive and engaging gaming experiences of my life.

xenz2565d ago (Edited 2565d ago )

You should watch a few previews. Everyone is mind-blown, and a few has said that the gameplay is very fast-paced.

Sm30002565d ago

I'm way more a fan of 3rd person, but I simply trust their judgement, I'm not getting worked up over it

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bluefox7552566d ago

Does look pretty epic. Imagine a world that densely populated, full of quests and interactions like the Bloody Baron in Witcher 3.

GUTZnPAPERCUTZ2566d ago

The Bloody Baron... man, that was one intense quest and one of my top 5 from any game!

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Cyberpunk 2077's 2.3 Update Opens a Pandora's Box the Game Can't Close

Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a new update after developers previously stated it no longer would, bringing the possibility of more still to come.

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hollabox7d ago

I'm hoping the update fixes their poor FSR 3 implementation, and add FSR 4. FSR 2 looks better than FSR 3 in CP2077 by a wide margin. On my 7900XT I just use XESS if I want to add RT at custom 3K resolutions. Already beat the main game, but half way through Phantom Liberty expansion. I would like to get back to it later on this month.

anast7d ago

I have more hours in this game than any other. I would happily put more into it.

MastaMold7d ago

I second this and a PS5 PRO patch too please.

RhinoGamer887d ago

I finished it and had a blast, wish there was a new game + option.

Demon-kun2d ago

I wanna be able to dual wield it would add a decent bit I feel hell if they wanted they could even let us dual wield like knives and swords as well or something just sounds like fun to me

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Cyberpunk 2077 on Switch 2: a cutting-edge game translates well to Nintendo's console hybrid

Few games among the Nintendo Switch 2 launch line-up can match Cyberpunk 2077 in putting the system through its paces. It's a staple of our PC benchmarking suite for good reason: the open world design is a solid stressor for any CPU, while its effects-heavy battles challenge GPU resources as well. This Switch 2 release has clearly been a big undertaking for developer CD Projekt Red too, who produced the port in-house with unique optimisations for Switch 2's ARM-based architecture. It's also remarkably the Ultimate Edition of the game, with both the core adventure and the more taxing Phantom Liberty expansion bundled in - an extra portion that proved too demanding to justify a last-gen console release, and was instead restricted to PS5 and Series X/S, and yet here it is running on Switch 2.

To cut to the chase, Switch 2 offers a truly viable way to enjoy Cyberpunk, either in a portable format or docked under a TV. However, CDPR has shot for the stars in its ambition to include Phantom Liberty as well, and it's here that Switch 2 hits some technical limits - with frame-rates struggling as we explore its newer Dog Town region. Still, that aside, there's a lot to admire in the game's engineering for Nintendo's new console overall, and how competitive it is in comparison with other consoles.

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repsahj9d ago

I am happy for CDPR. Their hard work paid off because the Switch 2 version are always in the top 5 Switch 2 launch game sales.

jznrpg8d ago

Not much launched with it besides ports so it should be expected I guess.

OMNlPOTENT8d ago

I mean.. what did the PS5 launch with? One exclusive in Demon's Souls?

repsahj7d ago

@Omnipotent
Not just PS5, Series X has zero launch games. XD

DivineHand1258d ago (Edited 8d ago )

This may be one of the weakest launch lineups Nintendo has ever had, with Mario Kart being the only first party game, but Cyberpunk 2077 will definitely give you tremendous value for your money.

One tip I can give people who have never played the game is to first read books from the cyberpunk subgenre. This will allow you to appreciate the story much better. If you find yourself asking which life path is the best to take at the start of the game, in this case it is Corpo, Streetkid, and Nomad. You likely don't know enough about the genre, and certain things will fly right over your head. While it is not mandatory, the game will be 10 times better if you read or listen to some books first.

Some books I have enjoyed in that genre are:
Cyber Dreams by Plum Parrot,
Stray Cat Strut by RavensDagger
Tower of Somnus by Cale Plamann
Mist Runner by Nicholas Searcy

If you can only read or listen to 1 book, then I recommend Cyber Dreams by Plum Parrot. It is the closest thing to Cyberpunk 2077.

anast8d ago

Or play the TTRPG which is was based on.

Profchaos8d ago

I'd say its stronger than the switch as Mario kart has a broader appeal than zelda.

It was also a better launch line-up than the gamecube and possibly wii u

DivineHand1258d ago

@Profchaos the WiiU likely had the worst of the bunch which is partly why the system failed.

The gamecube had smash bros melee that launched 2 months after the initial release and that is one of the best games to release on that console. I assume every gamecube owner would be happy with that game.

The switch had Breath of the Wild which is still considered one of the best games of all time. I remember playing through that game and unlocked every equipment, upgraded every equipment to the max, found all the dragons, defeated all the Lynels and completed all the shrines in that game before defeating Ganon at the end. It was a good time from start to finish and made up for the lack of other launch games.

I just think that if they had us waiting that long for the switch 2, they should have more than just 1 or 2 first party games ready within the launch window. If we had at least gotten a trailer for a new 3D mario I would be extremely happy. With the current switch 2 lineup, there is no draw to go out and get it immediately like a new console launch should make you feel. Right now the main appeal is to provide a quality of life update to play switch 1 games.

OMNlPOTENT7d ago

There is also a book directly related to the universe of Cyberpunk 2077, it's called "No Coincidence". I thought it was a pretty good read.

Kornholic7d ago

"One tip I can give people who have never played the game is to first read books from the cyberpunk subgenre."

If somebody gave me this advice before I started my first Cyberpunk 2077 playthrough, I wouldn't have even bought the game in the first place.

DivineHand1257d ago

True because I wouldn't have played it either. It's just that I read those books after playing the game and thinking back, a lot of the motivations of each character started making more sense.

I just wanted to through that tip out there to recommend someone try to understand the cyberpunk genre more before playing. They will get more out of the game.

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badz1498d ago

40 vs 60 fps is not something that I would even consider calling "competitive"

1nsomniac8d ago

Then you don’t know enough about the subject you’re trying to talk about..

badz1498d ago

hahaha...what? are you serious right now? the Switch 2 is not a PC where you can just change the graphical settings to get to 60fps...Unless CDPR released a patch to make it run at 60fps, that is.

As of right now, it's stuck at 40fps at best and that too with DLSS from quite a low base res already. so yeah...it's not competitive.

Profchaos8d ago

100% 40 isn't a arbitrary choice its a strategic choice because it opens up access to supporting technology on the console

Good-Smurf8d ago

DF are Nintendo's occasional bootlickers after that blatant Zelda games ad scandal.
Games like CP2077 are meant to be played on big console or powerful PC on a big screen.
Got to love how they're simp for full price purchase of 5-year-old game and still getting the worst version to play on.

1nsomniac8d ago

Wow you guys don’t let up for a second trying to blame DF for anything you can pick out the sky at any given moment. It’s embarrassing dude.

It’s always DF are bootlickers for Nintendo today, Microsoft yesterday, Sony last week. Make your mind up people… pick a side and stick to it. Sounds so stupid when you’re trying to make a point that some company is biased but that no one can make their mind up who the company is biased towards any given day of the week.

stoney1018d ago

Yep, the amount of hate they get is ridiculous. The funny thing is if you actually look at the comments on their early switch 2 videos people are slating them for not giving it enough praise and constantly comparing it to ps4.

ZycoFox8d ago

They had a "Sponsored by Nintendo" video not long ago, it literally says so at the start.

I trust them for showing frame rate analysis and they're decent for that, but their overall review for Nintendo is overrated, Mario Kart is the same game it has always been.

Really the only one that got close to topping DKR was MKDS.. So it's no wonder it's often ranked as the highest rated Mario Kart.

repsahj7d ago

It's obvious that you're not following DF. In the weeks leading up to the Switch 2's release, didn't you know that DF had so many articles downplaying the Switch 2 because they believed it was far from being more powerful than the PS4?

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anast8d ago

Phantom Liberty is a part of the game. If it can't run it. It can't run the game.

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Review: Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Is The The Best Launch Title For Switch 2 – Entertainium

Now’s the best time to travel to Night City as Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is the best pickup on the Switch 2 at the moment.

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