CD Projekt Red loremaster Patrick Mills has confirmed that the second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is set in 2078, a year after the events of Cyberpunk 2077. This revelation has prompted renewed speculation among fans regarding the canonicity of certain endings in the game.
Mills clarified the timeline in a recent post, stating that "S2 takes place ... in 2078." He noted that "time doesn't stop in Cyberpunk," implying that the narrative continuity extends beyond the game's conclusion. Previous speculation suggested the anime might be set before the events of the game, but Mills' statement aims to correct this misunderstanding. Hints within the anime, such as Arasaka's diminished influence compared to its status during Cyberpunk 2077, also suggest a post-game timeline.
Fans are now dissecting the implications of Edgerunners Season 2's placement, with some believing it might indicate which of Cyberpunk 2077's endings are considered canon. This situation is compared to the relationship between the Fallout TV series and its video game counterparts, where the show's post-game setting does not necessitate a definitive canon resolution for the games.
The Cyberpunk universe continues to expand, with Cyberpunk 2 currently in development, though its specific setting and timeline remain unannounced. A live-action film is also in production, which CD Projekt has stated will not retell the story of Cyberpunk 2077.
In the interim, Cyberpunk 2077 is scheduled to receive a surprise update themed around Edgerunners 2 on October 22. This update will introduce cyberware customization and a new dual-wielding playstyle, echoing a similar update released alongside the first season of the anime. That earlier update included a questline featuring the iconic yellow jacket worn by the protagonist of Season 1. Further details about the Edgerunners 2 update are expected to be revealed during a special REDstreams episode on October 21, 2026.