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Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 Release Date Set for October 20 on Netflix
The Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 release date is official. CD PROJEKT RED, Studio Trigger, and Netflix confirmed on August 20 that the anime sequel premieres October 20, 2026, alongside a new voiced trailer that dropped the same day.
The announcement narrows down a release window the two companies first teased back in June, when they confirmed only a general “Fall 2026” target. Fans now have an exact date to circle, just two months out.
Quick facts:
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 streams exclusively on Netflix starting October 20, 2026.
- The series is a standalone, 10-episode story with an entirely new cast, unconnected to David Martinez’s arc from the first season.
- Kai Ikarashi directs, marking his series directorial debut after working as a storyboard artist and animation director on the original.
- The opening theme is The Cure’s 1978 track “10:15 Saturday Night,” with Petite Meller’s “Watson” closing each episode.
What We Know About Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is produced by CD PROJEKT RED and Studio Trigger, the same pairing behind the original 2022 series that scored a 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating and helped drive a major sales rebound for the Cyberpunk 2077 video game. This time around, the story stands entirely on its own. Night City remains the setting, but the show follows a brand-new group of characters rather than continuing David’s story.
Series writer and showrunner Bartosz Sztybor is back, alongside returning scriptwriter Masahiko Otsuka and lead character designer Ichigo Kanno. Kai Ikarashi steps into the director’s chair for the first time after contributing to the original series in an animation role. The new trailer features “You Can’t Run From Me,” a track written for the show and performed by Rico Nasty, and gives the first extended look at the new cast navigating Night City’s underworld.
The first episode already had a premiere screening at Anime Expo on July 3, giving early attendees a preview months ahead of the wider Netflix release.
What This Means for Cyberpunk Fans
Locking in an exact date matters because Edgerunners’ first season did more than earn critical praise. It sparked a genuine resurgence for Cyberpunk 2077 itself, pulling in new players and pushing sales up well after the game’s rocky 2020 launch. A confirmed October date gives CD PROJEKT RED a clear marketing runway to try to repeat that effect, whether through in-game tie-ins, updates, or promotional content timed to the premiere.
The standalone structure is also a notable choice. Rather than picking up where David’s story left off, Edgerunners 2 resets with a new cast, which lowers the barrier for newcomers who never watched season one while still keeping the tone and setting fans already know.
What’s Next for Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2
With the release date locked in, expect a steady stream of character reveals, cast announcements, and additional trailers over the next two months as Netflix and CD PROJEKT RED build toward the October 20 premiere. Watch the official Cyberpunk 2077 channels for any Cyberpunk 2077 game content tied to the launch window.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 FAQ
When does Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 release?
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 premieres on Netflix on October 20, 2026.
Is Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2 a continuation of season one?
No. It’s a standalone, 10-episode story set in Night City with an entirely new cast of characters, unconnected to David Martinez’s story from the original series.
Who is directing Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2?
Kai Ikarashi directs the series, his first time in the director’s chair after working as a storyboard artist and animation director on the original Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
Do I need to watch Cyberpunk 2077 or the first Edgerunners season first?
No prior knowledge is required. The standalone story and new cast are designed to work as an entry point for newcomers as well as returning fans.
Who is behind Cyberpunk Edgerunners 2?
CD PROJEKT RED and Studio Trigger are producing the series again, with Bartosz Sztybor as writer and showrunner, Masahiko Otsuka as scriptwriter, and Ichigo Kanno as lead character designer.
