'Cyberpunk 2077,' Keanu Reeves as Johnny Silverhand makes surprise appearance! [TGS2019

The "Cyberpunk 2077" game for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC is about six months away from its release on April 16, 2020. Keanu Reeves, who plays Johnny Silverhand, sublime visited the "Cyberpunk 2077" booth on Wednesday, September 11, 2019, the day before the Tokyo Game Show.

Developed by CD PROJEKT RED, "Cyberpunk 2077" for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC is set for release on April 16, 2020, and is set in the megacity of Night City, where the protagonist "V" (Vee) is in pursuit of a mysterious implant. The game is an open-world RPG in which players control the main character "V" (Vee), who is in pursuit of a mysterious implant in the huge city of Night City, with a wealth of customization elements ranging from appearance to physical enhancements through cyberware, and countless options for players to weave their own unique story. The Japanese version of the game, which will be released simultaneously worldwide, is fully compatible with Japanese audio and subtitles.

The game is being exhibited at the Tokyo Game Show 2019 (" TGS2019 "), which is being held at Makuhari Messe for four days from Thursday, September 12 to Sunday, September 15, 2019.


At the booth of "Cyberpunk 2077," which will be released simultaneously worldwide on April 16, 2020, a demo of the game in Japanese dubbed by the developers will be shown in a special theater, and a photo spot of a life-size model of "YAIBA KUSANAGI," the motorcycle ridden by the main character in the game, will be displayed. A full-size model of the bike "YAIBA KUSANAGI," which the main character rides, will be on display. In addition, models dressed in the costumes of the characters will be on hand for commemorative photo opportunities.


On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, the day before TGS 2019, Keanu Reeves, who plays Johnny Silverhand, a character with an important role in "Cyberpunk 2077," made a sublime visit to the event. Here is the official report and an interview with Keanu Reeves.

Official Report.


Keanu Reeves took a commemorative photo with a life-size model of "YAIBA KUSANAGI," the motorcycle in the film!

On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, the day before the Tokyo Game Show, Keanu Reeves, who plays Johnny Silverhand, a character with an important role in "Cyberpunk 2077," made a sublime visit to our booth.

Keanu Reeves repeatedly said "Cool" when he saw the finished "YAIBA KUSANAGI" bike set up at the booth. He seemed very excited by the workmanship and enjoyed taking pictures.
At the Tokyo Game Show, visitors who saw the game demo play at each session were given the opportunity to test ride the "YAIBA KUSANAGI" by drawing lots. We are very much looking forward to the message Keanu left for visitors at the booth, as well as his autograph.


Keanu Reeves, smiling at the quality of the character he plays.

Keanu Reeves, who plays Johnny Silverhand, the second most important character in "Cyberpunk 2077" after "V," provided the game with a full-body model using motion capture in addition to recording his appearance and voice. Keanu also provided a full-body model for the game using motion capture, in addition to his appearance and voice recording.

CD PROJEKT co-founder and co-CEO Martin Iwinski said at the ElectronicEntertainment Expo (a.k.a. E3), held from Tuesday, June 11 to Thursday, June 13, "The reason we used him in the film was to create a meaningful character that fits the worldview. The reason for this is to create a meaningful character that fits the worldview. He was the first actor who came to mind when I thought of cyberpunk. He revealed.
Keanu, who saw himself as Johnny Silverhand in the special theater, smiled and nodded his head, and conversed with the staff involved in the game with a smile.


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When asked about the quality of the game in the "Cyberpunk 2077" interview, Keanu said, "I think it looks great. The characters are great, and it's interesting to see how the game branches off depending on the choices you make in the story. She also said that the game is very attractive.

When asked how he felt about seeing Johnny Silverhand in action in the game, he said, "Of course the character looks great, but the backbone of the character is also well expressed," and "Johnny is more of a pirate and a rocker compared to myself, but he is a sympathetic character (as he is also an artist). Johnny is more of a pirate and rocker than I am, but I enjoyed playing him because I felt sympathy for him. I enjoyed playing the role because I felt sympathy for him.

I can't wait to ride the bike," he said, referring to the bike used by the main character in the game, YAIBA KUSANAGI. I can't wait to ride that bike!

Finally, to the Japanese fans, he said, "I myself can't wait for the game to be released. I'm very excited and honored to be a part of this project. I think it's going to be a very special game, so please look forward to it.


[Game Information

Cyberpunk 2077
Platforms: PlayStationR4, Xbox One, PC
Release date: Scheduled for April 16, 2020
Price: 7,980 yen + tax / package version and download version
Genre: Open world RPG
Players: 1 player
CERO: To be reviewed
Developer: CD PROJEKT RED
Distributor: Spike Chunsoft Corporation (PS4 package version)
CD PROJEKT RED (PS4 download version, Xbox One download version, PC download version)

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[Event Information
■Tokyo Game Show 2019
Date: Thursday, September 12 to Sunday, September 15, 2019 10:00-17:00
The show will be open to the public only on the 14th and 15th.
Venue: Makuhari Messe Exhibition Halls 1-11 / Event Hall / International Conference Hall (2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)
Organizer: Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association (CESA)
Co-organized by Nikkei Business Publications, Inc.
Supported by: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

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