Fans of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners are in for a thrilling return to Night City — Studio Trigger and CD Projekt Red have officially confirmed that Season 2 is now in production, with a completely new story and cast set to arrive on Netflix by 2026. Following the massive critical and fan acclaim of the first season, which won “Anime of the Year” at multiple award shows, the announcement marks one of the most anticipated anime returns in recent memory.
While Season 1 followed the tragic rise and fall of David Martinez and his crew, the new season will expand the Cyberpunk 2077 universe with a fresh narrative exploring the darker corners of Night City. Insiders close to the production say the sequel will not be a direct continuation but rather a spiritual successor — one that explores corporate corruption, cyberpsychosis, and the fragile line between humanity and machine.
Studio Trigger Returns to Night City
Studio Trigger, the animation powerhouse behind Kill la Kill and Promare, will once again helm the project, promising the same electrifying visuals and explosive action that made the first season unforgettable. CD Projekt Red has teased that the collaboration will push visual storytelling even further, merging game lore with new cinematic storytelling.
In an official statement, the development team hinted that the new story will take place in a “different district of Night City,” suggesting viewers will see entirely new gangs, factions, and cybernetic cultures. Fans have speculated that the second season might explore the aftermath of the Edgerunners’ rebellion and delve deeper into the legacy of the cybernetic underground.
The God Valley Arc Has Taken Over the Fandom
Interestingly, while Cyberpunk: Edgerunners fans celebrate its revival, the anime community as a whole continues to be captivated by another massive storyline — One Piece’s God Valley Arc. Eiichiro Oda’s masterful retelling of the legendary battle between Gol D. Roger, Monkey D. Garp, and Rocks D. Xebec has become one of the most talked-about arcs in anime history, dominating discussions across fan forums and social media.
Like Edgerunners, the God Valley flashback thrives on moral ambiguity, power struggles, and a tragic sense of destiny — themes that continue to resonate deeply with modern anime audiences. Both series remind fans why the medium excels at exploring complex worlds where humanity’s greatest strength and weakness often blur together.
Fans Don’t Want to Leave the Chaos Behind
Much like One Piece readers who aren’t ready to leave the God Valley flashback, Edgerunners fans are already voicing their excitement — and apprehension — about how Season 2 will handle such a monumental legacy. On social media, discussions are filled with comments like, “If they capture even half the emotion of David’s story, it’ll be another masterpiece,” and “I just want to see Night City break my heart again.”
The combination of anticipation and fear shows how deeply the first season affected viewers, many of whom still describe it as one of the most emotional anime experiences of the decade.
A Testament to Storytelling That Transcends Mediums
From One Piece’s God Valley saga to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’s return, 2025–2026 is shaping up to be a golden era for anime storytelling. Both Eiichiro Oda and Studio Trigger have proven that anime can balance high-octane spectacle with devastating emotional depth — reminding fans that great stories don’t just entertain, they stay with you.
As Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 moves through production, one thing is clear: Night City isn’t done breaking hearts. And if the first season was a neon-drenched tragedy, this new chapter promises to be a rebirth — one that could redefine what it means to live, love, and lose in a cybernetic world.