CD Projekt delivered a powerful third-quarter performance, with net profit jumping 148% year-on-year to 193.5 million zlotys (about $53 million). Analysts had expected around 159 million zlotys, so the result exceeded forecasts by a wide margin. Revenue also rose 53% to 349.1 million zlotys, marking one of the company’s strongest quarters since the Cyberpunk 2077 relaunch.

The publisher credited the gains to ongoing demand for Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion, Phantom Liberty. Even years after launch, both titles continue to attract new players and returning fans. CD Projekt’s long-term support for updates, patches, and improvements has helped sustain interest and stabilize sales. This momentum also shows that its strategy of rebuilding trust after the game’s troubled launch has paid off.

🔧 Investments and Future Game Plans

Strong sales have created room for aggressive investment in future titles. During Q3, CD Projekt allocated 118 million zlotys toward new game development. Much of this spending supports the next generation of its flagship franchises:

• The Witcher 4, with 447 developers in full production
• Cyberpunk 2, already in early development with 135 developers assigned

The scale of these teams reflects the studio’s ambition. It is targeting larger worlds, deeper storylines, and more advanced systems as it builds its next slate of RPGs. Moreover, the studio is also modernizing its development pipelines after transitioning to Unreal Engine 5, which could speed up workflows in the long run.

Even without a new major release this year, the publisher maintains strong cash reserves. This gives it flexibility to fund long-term projects without relying heavily on short-term revenue spikes. However, the company acknowledges that future quarterly earnings could fluctuate until its next major title launches. Still, the current financial strength provides a comfortable cushion during these development-heavy years.

🎯 What This Means for CD Projekt and the Game Industry

CD Projekt’s results highlight an important industry trend: high-quality games with long lifespans can continue generating meaningful revenue long after their debut. This reduces pressure to release new blockbusters every year and allows more time for careful development.

Furthermore, the company’s stable performance reinforces confidence in its future lineup. With two major titles underway, CD Projekt is positioning itself for a new cycle of releases that could define the next decade of RPG gaming.

For investors, these numbers show the studio’s ability to run a profitable business even during quiet release years. For players, the ongoing commitment to world-building and long-form storytelling suggests that both upcoming titles may deliver on the depth and scale fans expect.