Get ready to return to Night City. Netflix just confirmed what fans have been hoping for — Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is coming back for a second season. Announced at Anime Expo 2025, the new season will introduce a fresh cast of characters and a completely different storyline.
This time, expect things to get even darker, bloodier, and more emotional than before.
A New Beginning — But the Pain Stays
The first season gave us David’s story — a fast rise and a tragic fall. Season 2, however, starts from scratch. New story. New characters. Same brutal city.
Netflix dropped a teaser trailer that blends clips from Season 1 with concept art and a haunting reminder:
“David’s Dead.”
That’s not just a statement — it’s a message. We’re moving on from the old crew, and diving into something just as gritty, if not more.
Who’s Behind It?
Kai Ikarashi will direct the new season. If that name sounds familiar, he directed Episode 6 of Season 1 — the unforgettable “Girl on Fire.” Many fans consider that episode the most intense of the whole season.
Also returning is Bartosz Sztybor, the showrunner and writer, who admitted during a panel at Anime Expo:
“For Season 1, I just wanted to make the whole world sad. And when people are sad, I’m a bit happy.”
If that’s anything to go by, Season 2 isn’t going to let up. In fact, Sztybor says it’ll be “sadder, darker, more bloody, and more raw.”
What’s the Story This Time?
Details are still under wraps, but the creators shared a one-line summary that sets the tone:
“A raw chronicle of redemption and revenge in a city that thrives on violence.”
It seems we’re heading into another emotional, high-stakes ride — one that looks at what people are willing to do to be remembered in a world obsessed with spectacle.
What We Know So Far
Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s coming:
- New 10-episode season
- Completely standalone story
- New characters, no David or Lucy
- Directed by Kai Ikarashi
- Same setting: the chaotic world of Night City
- No release date yet
- Streaming exclusively on Netflix
And yes — it’s expected to hit harder than Season 1.
Why Season 1 Worked So Well
Before we jump into what’s next, let’s remember why Edgerunners made such a splash the first time around:
- It wasn’t just “anime based on a video game.” It was its own emotional story.
- It had stunning animation thanks to Studio Trigger.
- It pulled fans deeper into the Cyberpunk 2077 universe — so much so that the game saw a huge player spike after it aired.
- People connected with the characters. They laughed, cried, and binged it all in one go.
Netflix and CD Projekt Red clearly know they’ve got something special. And with this new season, they’re not holding back.
No Release Date Yet — But the Hype Has Started
While we don’t have an official release date, the trailer and new poster suggest things are already moving. Based on Netflix’s past release patterns, a late 2025 debut is likely.
In the meantime, keep an eye out for more teasers, and maybe even a full trailer in the coming months.
Final Thoughts
Season 2 of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners isn’t just a continuation — it’s a bold new chapter. Expect the same emotional punches, but with new faces and even more intensity.
If you thought Season 1 broke your heart… this one might crush it.