CD Projekt Red is a Polish video game developer and publisher, best known for developing the critically acclaimed role-playing game series The Witcher and the futuristic open-world game Cyberpunk 2077. The company's focus is on delivering narrative-driven, immersive experiences for players, with high-quality graphics and engaging gameplay.
Founded in 1994 in Poland by Marcin Iwiński and Michał Kiciński
Initially specialized in importing and distributing foreign video games in the Polish market
Developed their first game, The Witcher, which was released in 2007 to critical acclaim and commercial success
Followed up with two more Witcher games, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt being a massive commercial and critical success
Started development on Cyberpunk 2077, which was released in 2020 after several delays
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CD Projekt Red has primarily focused on The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077, though they did develop some smaller games earlier in their history, such as The Adventures of Willy Beamish and Anomaly: Warzone Earth.
CD Projekt Red's games are typically available on PC, Xbox, and Playstation. Some games are also available on Nintendo Switch and Google Stadia.
Yes, CD Projekt Red's games are typically available in multiple languages, including English, Polish, French, and German.
CD Projekt Red is known for their focus on storytelling and world-building, creating immersive and engaging experiences for players. They also prioritize quality and often release their games after thorough testing and several delays to ensure a polished final product.
Yes, CD Projekt Red faced controversy with the release of Cyberpunk 2077 in 2020, which was criticized for its numerous bugs and performance issues on certain platforms. The company has also been accused of promoting transphobic tropes in their marketing of the game.