Edgerunners Showrunner Clarifies V Cameo, Canon Endings, and Future Seasons
At Lucca Comics, writer‑producer Bartosz Sztybor explained the ambiguous V image, the non‑canonical game endings, and the conditions for a possible Edgerunners Season 3.
V’s Image in the Data Archive
Fans noticed a wall of images in a data‑archive scene of Edgerunners Season 2 that appeared to show a female version of V, the player character from Cyberpunk 2077. When asked by IGN whether this was intentional, showrunner Bartosz Sztybor replied that the image is “left for interpretation” and emphasized that the surrounding dialogue is “very important.” He did not confirm the figure as V.
Canonical Endings and Post‑Game Worldbuilding
Sztybor explained that CD Projekt Red (CDPR) has not selected a single ending of Cyberpunk 2077 as canon. He noted that “there were a lot of conversations again with the lore team to see what we can do to somehow satisfy all the endings,” and that the only firm canon detail for the post‑game setting is that “Arasaka is weakened.” This provides narrative flexibility while avoiding a definitive ending.
He added that the team aims to create “standalone stories that are self‑sufficient,” allowing readers or viewers to enjoy a comic, game, or show without needing to consume the entire franchise. Easter‑egg‑style references are included “for the audience … to feel that this world is alive,” but they are not meant as fan‑service necessities.
Approach to Franchise Storytelling
According to Sztybor, the franchise strategy mirrors CDPR’s work on The Witcher: develop independent narratives that can be enjoyed on their own while sprinkling subtle connections. He cited examples such as the fixer Arthur Cormac appearing in both Edgerunners and the comic You Have My Word, noting that only a small number of fans have linked these appearances.
The showrunner stressed that any inclusion of characters from other media, like Sal Bigelow from the comic Cyberpunk: Big City Dreams, occurs only “if there’s a reason,” reinforcing the focus on coherent worldbuilding over fan‑pleasing cameos.
Future of Edgerunners: Season 3 Prospects
When asked about a potential third season, Sztybor said the idea has been on his mind since Season 1, but execution depends on the perfect story and perfect people to deliver. He recounted that Studio Trigger initially declined a sequel after Season 1 due to fatigue, but later agreed to discuss Season 2 after seeing a pitch. The same collaborative process would apply to Season 3.
He emphasized that any continuation would avoid a “classic sequel” format, aiming instead for a fresh narrative that fits within the broader Cyberpunk universe. As long as a director with a vision comparable to Ikarashi is involved, the ideas remain on the table.
Sztybor’s comments highlight a deliberate balance between fan speculation and narrative freedom, suggesting that future Cyberpunk stories will continue to expand without locking the franchise into a single game ending.
