The Anime That Broke the Internet Is Getting a Sequel
Remember when Cyberpunk: Edgerunners dropped in 2022 and single-handedly brought millions of players back into Night City? The anime was so devastatingly good that fans were left emotionally destroyed — and now, CD Projekt RED is doing it all over again. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is officially happening, and the first major reveal is coming at Anime Expo 2026 this July.
But here’s the thing — it’s NOT a continuation of David Martinez’s story. It’s a completely new standalone adventure set in the same brutal world of Night City. And if the original was any indication, we should all be very, very afraid.
When and Where Is the Big Reveal?
CD Projekt RED just announced a dedicated panel for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 at Anime Expo 2026. Here are the details:
- Date: July 3, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM PT
- Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
- Host: Content creator Danny Motta
The panel will feature showrunner Bartosz Sztybor and executive producer Saya Elder from CD Projekt RED, alongside director Kai Ikarashi from the legendary Studio TRIGGER. These are the people who made the first season a masterpiece, and they’re ready to show us what’s next.
“A Brand New Story” — What We Know So Far
CD Projekt RED has been clear about one thing: Edgerunners 2 is a standalone series. This isn’t David Martinez part 2. Instead, it’s an entirely new story set in Night City, featuring new characters, new chrome, and new reasons to cry.
Here’s what else we know:
- It continues the acclaimed collaboration between CD Projekt RED and Studio TRIGGER
- An exclusive preview of the new story will be shown at the panel
- The series will explore a different corner of the Cyberpunk universe
- Fans at the event will get “early insights” into the direction of the sequel
Why This Might Be Even More Hype Than the Original
1. The First Season’s Legacy Is Massive
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners didn’t just succeed — it became a cultural phenomenon. It won Anime of the Year at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, revitalized Cyberpunk 2077’s player base, and introduced anime to an entirely new audience. The expectations for a sequel are astronomical.
2. Studio TRIGGER at Full Power
Studio TRIGGER is one of the most creatively daring studios in anime. From Kill la Kill to Promare, they’ve consistently delivered visually insane, emotionally intense experiences. With Edgerunners being their biggest global hit, expect them to push even harder for the sequel.
3. Night City Has So Much Untapped Story
The Cyberpunk universe is massive. The first season focused on the street-level struggle of David Martinez, but Night City is full of untold stories — corpo wars, nomad expeditions,MAXTEC operations, and everything in between. A standalone approach means they can explore any of it.
4. The Anime Expo Panel Is the Main Event
Anime Expo is the biggest anime convention in North America, drawing over 350,000 attendees annually. CD Projekt RED choosing this stage for the major reveal tells us they’re going ALL in on the hype. Expect new footage, character designs, and maybe even a release window.
The Cyberpunk 2077 Connection
Here’s an interesting angle: with Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty having just won awards and the game’s player base stronger than ever, the timing for an Edgerunners sequel couldn’t be better. The original anime drove millions of new players to the game. A second season could create an even bigger wave.
Could we see story elements from Edgerunners 2 bleeding into future Cyberpunk 2077 updates? It’s not unprecedented — the first season already had connections to the game’s lore.
Other Big Anime Expo 2026 Announcements
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 isn’t the only bombshell coming to Anime Expo. This year’s lineup is absolutely insane:
- Frieren Season 3 — Official details coming July 4
- Dandadan Studio’s Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia — First two episodes premiere July 3
- A-1 Pictures Panel — Early screening of “GROW UP SHOW -Sunflower Circus-” plus updates on Solo Leveling, Mashle, and Sword Art Online
- Demon Slayer Infinity Castle and Mushoku Tensei S3 panels from Crunchyroll
If you’re into anime, July 2026 is going to be absolutely unmissable.
What Are You Hoping to See?
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 has the potential to be one of the biggest anime releases of 2027. A new story in Night City, Studio TRIGGER’s signature visual madness, and CD Projekt RED’s deep lore knowledge — it’s a recipe for something extraordinary.
But we want to hear from you: What do you want to see in Edgerunners 2? New characters? A different district of Night City? More corpo drama? Drop your theories in the comments below!
