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Cyberpunk 2077 Storms Past 40 Million Sales, a Stunning Comeback After Its Disastrous 2020 Launch

Cyberpunk 2077 has surpassed 40 million copies sold, marking a significant recovery following its 2020 launch.

By Archynetys Intelligence Desk · Published July 8, 2026 at 21:42 UTC · Updated July 9, 2026 at 09:32 UTC

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Source diversity sample: IGN Africa · PC Gamer · OpenCritic · GamesRadar+.

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📍 Aftermath

Cyberpunk 2077 sold more than 40 million copies, which CD Projekt described as a foundation for upcoming projects in that universe. The game also reached its highest Steam player peak in three years.

This surge was attributed to hype from Edgerunners and Wuthering Waves.

Epilogue added 58d ago, after coverage quieted.

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The story so far

Cyberpunk 2077 has reached a sales milestone of over 40 million copies. CD Projekt Red describes the achievement as a testament to the company's strengths and a foundation for future projects within the same universe.

Coverage from IGN Africa, PC Gamer, and GamesRadar+ focuses on the sales figures and the developer's response. OpenCritic and GamesRadar+ highlight a surge in the Steam player count, which has reached its highest level in three years.

CD Projekt Red attributes the recent increase in players to hype surrounding Edgerunners and Wuthering Waves. Future developments involve upcoming projects set in the Cyberpunk universe.

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'A Great Foundation for Our Upcoming Projects in This Universe' — CD Projekt Hails Cyberpunk 2077 as It Hits an Incredible 40 Million Copies Sold IGN Africa · 61d ago
Cyberpunk 2077 has now sold more than 40 million copies, 'a testament to what CD Projekt does best' PC Gamer · 61d ago
Cyberpunk's Player Count Just Hit A Three-Year High Thanks To Edgerunners Hype OpenCritic · 61d ago
"Tons of new chooms": Cyberpunk 2077 hits highest Steam player peak in 3 years and CD Projekt Red is thanking Edgerunners and Wuthering Waves GamesRadar+ · 61d ago

The obvious questions

How many copies of Cyberpunk 2077 have been sold?

The game has sold more than 40 million copies.

What contributed to the recent spike in player counts?

CD Projekt Red credited the influence of Edgerunners and Wuthering Waves.

How does the current player count compare to previous years?

The Steam player peak has hit a three-year high.