Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Surpasses 5 Million Sales as CD Projekt Eyes the Future

CD Projekt Red has achieved another milestone with its long-anticipated expansion, Phantom Liberty, for Cyberpunk 2077. In a press release shared earlier today, the company confirmed that the DLC has surpassed 5 million units sold since its launch in late September, an impressive feat that further cements Cyberpunk 2077’s comeback story as one of the most remarkable in modern gaming.

Phantom Liberty introduces a high-stakes spy thriller narrative, with Idris Elba joining the cast as Solomon Reed, a sleeper agent entangled in a deadly conspiracy in the new Dogtown district. The expansion was widely praised for its refined gameplay mechanics, immersive storytelling, and visual enhancements ushered in alongside the free 2.0 update — a sweeping overhaul that addressed many of the core issues that plagued the game’s original 2020 release.

CD Projekt Red shared that more than 5 million players have experienced Phantom Liberty by the end of 2023. “We’re incredibly grateful to our community for believing in Night City’s potential,” said Gabe Amatangelo, Game Director at CD Projekt Red. “This journey has been about learning and rebuilding, and Phantom Liberty is the culmination of those efforts.”

The continued success of Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion is more than just a redemption story — it’s a strategic pivot toward the future. In 2023, CDPR confirmed that development on the Cyberpunk sequel, codenamed “Orion,” is underway at the studio’s North American branch. Phantom Liberty’s strong performance provides not only validation for the franchise’s revival but also critical momentum as the team shifts its focus.

Moreover, this milestone strengthens player confidence in CDPR’s renewed development philosophy, which emphasizes extended pre-production phases, cross-platform optimization, and player feedback loops. While Orion is still years away, the studio’s commitment to learning from Cyberpunk 2077’s rocky launch seems to be paying dividends.

As the credits roll on Phantom Liberty, Night City’s future looks brighter than ever — and with millions of V’s answering the call, CD Projekt Red’s vision for a cyberpunk legacy appears to be back on track.