The development process was defined by a shift from horizontal exploration to a dense, vertical urban environment.
: Developers have noted that the project didn't undergo a single "reboot" but rather a constant evolution of creative direction as they defined what "modern cyberpunk" meant beyond classic tropes like neon rain. Designing the "Future" cyberpunk 1077
While the first cinematic trailer debuted in early 2013, full-scale development did not begin until after the release of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Blood and Wine in 2016. The development process was defined by a shift