The anime sensation Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, inspired by CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077, is officially returning for a second season. The announcement came during the show's panel at Anime Expo 2025, sending waves of excitement through the anime and gaming communities. Originally premiering in 2022 as a Netflix exclusive, the first season followed David Martinez's journey through Night City's dangerous underworld.

Anime Expo 2025 proved to be a treasure trove of announcements for anime enthusiasts. The Cyberpunk: Edgerunners panel, hosted by popular YouTuber The Anime Man (Joey Bizinger), featured key creatives including writer Bartosz Sztybor and the voice actors behind fan-favorite characters Lucy and David. The panel took an exciting turn when season one director Hiroyuki Imaishi joined to reveal the sequel news.

Season 2 will see a directorial change with Kai Ikarashi taking the helm, known for directing the critically acclaimed sixth episode of the first season. A new teaser poster revealed at the event hints at a significantly darker tone compared to its predecessor. While no specific release date was announced, Netflix confirmed the new season would arrive in the near future.

Writer Bartosz Sztybor described the upcoming season as 'more raw and grounded' compared to the first installment's romanticized portrayal of Night City's mercenary life. The tonal shift was so intense that the panel couldn't publicly screen the trailer due to its graphic content, requiring a private viewing instead.