CD Projekt, the studio behind Cyberpunk 2077, has sparked widespread fan speculation with a cryptic in-universe message dated September 4, 2025. The announcement, attributed to fictional New United States of America (N.U.S.A.) President Rosalind Myers, calls upon “brave netrunners” to assist in defending the nation against a mounting cybersecurity threat. This tease, posted on the game’s official social channels, has left the community puzzled over its meaning and implications for the franchise’s future.
The message stands out because in the Cyberpunk timeline, Rosalind Myers does not become president until 2065 — four decades beyond the date shown on the call for help. This discrepancy has ignited debate about the franchise’s canon. Fans question whether this could hint at some form of in-game time travel, a retcon, or simply a narrative device for promotion.
Speculation has also surged about the purpose of the tease. Some fans suspect it may be an early sign-up or recruitment for new Cyberpunk content, such as the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2, or a signal of an alternate reality game (ARG) campaign. The involvement of Paweł Sasko, associate game director of Cyberpunk 2, who shared the message, appears to reinforce the connection to future Cyberpunk projects.
Despite enthusiasm among players for new expansions, the studio’s senior community manager has emphatically denied any plans for DLC or game patches linked to this message. This cautious stance encourages tempering expectations while acknowledging CD Projekt’s history of adding extended content post-launch.
The out-of-universe context is also notable as Cyberpunk 2077 approaches its fifth anniversary in December 2025. CD Projekt, which has seen a surge of creative output since the game’s rocky launch in 2020, is currently focused on The Witcher 4 and a Cyberpunk sequel. However, the ongoing support handled by Virtuos indicates continued investment in the original title’s community.
In a game industry grappling with rising labor organization efforts and increased scrutiny over development timelines, this unusually cryptic message from CD Projekt may signal innovative community engagement approaches — if not an unconventional promotional campaign. For now, players and observers alike await clearer revelations about what lies ahead for Cyberpunk’s dystopian universe.
As no official explanation has been provided, anticipation builds for September 4, when the studio’s cryptic invitation to “take our recruitment test” might finally yield answers.
