Night City Never Sleeps: Cyberpunk Universe Expands with Edgerunners MADNESS
Cyberpunk 2077 has stood the test of time and controversy to become one of the boldest, most visually striking RPGs in recent memory. From relentless updates to the game-changing Phantom Liberty DLC, Night City’s neon chaos now pulses beyond the game through comics, anime, and ongoing transmedia storytelling. The latest sensation? Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS Volume 1 — an official prequel comic that kicks the iconic setting up another notch.
The Story Continues Between Game and Anime
When Netflix unleashed Cyberpunk: Edgerunners — a collaboration with CD Projekt RED — it was a sensation for both seasoned game fans and newcomers. Its gritty, emotional portrayal of survival in the underbelly of Night City introduced beloved new faces, most notably Rebecca and Pilar. Now, Edgerunners MADNESS draws us even deeper into their origins, chronicling their wild journey to claim a place among the city’s most notorious mercenaries — and what sacrifices that fantasy demands.
The Making of MADNESS: Creative Roots
Bartosz Sztybor, Franchise Creative Director at CD Projekt RED, crafts a story that is both pulse-pounding and deeply personal. With dazzling art by Asano (who commands both interior illustrations and a cover worth framing), Volume 1 of MADNESS delivers the same relentless energy that defined the anime, but with intimate storytelling unique to comics. Readers get a front-row seat to how Rebecca and Pilar’s sibling rivalry, ambition, and desperation spiral into mayhem — all while a mysterious stranger’s arrival hints at even darker twists.
Rebecca & Pilar: Fan-Favorite Origins Fully Revealed
Rebecca has become one of Cyberpunk’s most instantly recognizable characters, thanks to her explosive role in Edgerunners. MADNESS pulls back the curtain, exploring her bond with her brother and their shared dream of legendary edgerunner status. The familiar shadow of Night City corruption, violence, and excess looms over every page, bringing added layers to their motivations. Whether you’re a lore obsessive or just hungry for more of the city’s unapologetic style, this prequel is essential reading — think blend of dramatic storytelling, artful ultraviolence, and dystopian social commentary.
A Must-Have for Cyberpunk Fans and Comic Collectors
Released by Dark Horse Comics in a thoroughly English edition, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS Volume 1 is designed to fit perfectly into any collection. With a second season of the anime in the works and the game’s universe continuing to expand, there’s never been a better time to dive into the unforgettable drama of Night City’s next generation of antiheroes. Rebecca and Pilar’s misadventures — hitting hard on both the action and emotional fronts — promise a long saga that will keep even the most demanding fans invested.
Where to Get Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS
If you want to follow Rebecca and Pilar from the very start, you can grab your copy of the official comic directly from Dark Horse Comics or check your favorite digital and physical retailers. With exclusive insights from the makers of the game and anime, MADNESS is more than just supplemental lore — it’s become a new pillar of the Cyberpunk universe.
