CD Projekt Red announced a “Red Stream” on October 30th featuring an interview with Cyberpunk creator Mike Pondsmith, who teased new lore developments, including the return and expanded backstory of the legendary character Morgan Blackhand and hints at a new location called the Plex. These revelations suggest upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 DLCs or expansions tied to the game’s 5-year anniversary, with fans eagerly anticipating further story details and character insights.
CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has announced another “Red Stream” scheduled for October 30th, featuring an interview with Mike Pondsmith, the creator of the Cyberpunk universe. While CDPR clarified that this stream won’t include major reveals, it promises to offer insights into the creation of Cyberpunk 2013 and 2020, reactions to Keanu Reeves’ casting, and potentially some answers to long-standing Cyberpunk 2077 mysteries. Fans are particularly intrigued because Pondsmith has hinted at working on new content related to the lore, which may tie into upcoming DLCs or expansions as the game’s 5-year anniversary approaches.
A major focus of speculation revolves around Morgan Blackhand, a legendary solo character created by Pondsmith who has been notably absent from Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansions so far. Blackhand’s story ends abruptly after the assault on Arasaka Tower, and fans have long awaited his return or further exploration of his fate. Pondsmith has confirmed that Morgan Blackhand has not been retconned out of the lore and is actively collaborating with CDPR’s lore master, Patrick Mills, to develop a detailed backstory covering the missing years leading up to 2077.
Recent comments from Pondsmith reveal that Morgan Blackhand is alive and has been involved in significant events outside Night City, suggesting an expansion of the Cyberpunk world beyond its familiar setting. Pondsmith likened Blackhand’s activities to a Batman-like figure who travels frequently and operates under the radar. This aligns with hints about a “second city” in the upcoming Cyberpunk sequel, believed to be the Plex—a sprawling East Coast metroplex introduced subtly in Phantom Liberty and further teased through in-game lore and updates.
The Plex is described as a dangerous, crime-ridden urban area requiring heavily armored and weaponized vehicles, which fits Morgan Blackhand’s persona as a one-man army. The collaboration between Pondsmith and CDPR on Blackhand’s storyline alongside the introduction of new locations indicates that future Cyberpunk projects, whether a sequel, DLC, or lore books, may delve deeply into this character and the broader world. Although no official announcements have been made, the timing and clues strongly suggest that Morgan Blackhand will play a significant role in Cyberpunk’s future.
Additionally, CDPR has been teasing fans with a mysterious birthday calendar featuring encrypted character birthdays, including that of Takamura, which was recently revealed. The purpose of these encrypted slots remains unclear, but they hint at upcoming story developments or character focuses leading up to the 5-year anniversary of Cyberpunk 2077 in December 2025. Overall, the community is eagerly awaiting the upcoming stream and future content, hoping for new lore, character revelations, and expansions to the Cyberpunk universe.