The new CD Projekt Red logo just sparked the weirdest backlash graphic design has ever seen
CD Projekt Red is recruiting 50 additional developers for its secret Project Hadar by the end of the year to begin gameplay prototyping. While the gaming industry faces a RAM crisis that has inflated console prices, joint CEO Michal Nowakowski stated he is not worried about potential hardware delays. Separately, the company provided hardware from its Arasaka archives to an indie developer who was a victim of one of at least four thefts reported at Gamescom.
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- ✓ CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michal Nowakowski is not worried about next-gen console delays despite soaring RAM prices.
- ✓ At least four thefts occurred during Gamescom.
What changed
The report shifts from brand backlash to recruitment for Project Hadar and the CEO's response to the global RAM crisis.
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CD Projekt Red expands Project Hadar as CEO dismisses RAM crisis
CD Projekt Red is recruiting 50 additional developers for its secret Project Hadar by the end of the year to begin gameplay prototyping. While the gaming industry faces a RAM crisis that has inflated console prices, joint CEO Michal Nowakowski stated he is not worried about potential hardware delays. Separately, the company provided hardware from its Arasaka archives to an indie developer who was a victim of one of at least four thefts reported at Gamescom.
Why it matters
The company is scaling its workforce for new internal projects while navigating a volatile hardware market. These developments follow a period of brand scrutiny regarding the studio's refreshed logo.
What is confirmed
- CD Projekt Red joint CEO Michal Nowakowski is not worried about next-gen console delays despite soaring RAM prices.
- At least four thefts occurred during Gamescom.
Still unconfirmed
- CD Projekt Red opened its Arasaka hardware archives to assist an indie developer whose gear was stolen at Gamescom.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of Project Hadar gameplay milestones
- Official updates on next-gen console release dates
- Further reports on Gamescom theft investigations
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (4)
- www.yahoo.com — CD Projekt Red opens its 'Arasaka hardware archives' to help an indie dev whose gear was stolen during 1 of at least 4 Gamescom thefts
- www.ign.com — CD Projekt Red Boss 'Isn't Worried' About Delays for Next-Gen Consoles as RAM Prices Soar
- tech.yahoo.com — 'They're going to weather the storm': CD Projekt Red boss shows faith in consoles amid RAM crisis
- tech.yahoo.com — CD Projekt Red wants to hire 50 more devs for its secret Project Hadar "by the end of this year" as it starts gameplay prototyping
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CD Projekt Red sparks backlash with new logo redesign
CD Projekt Red's new logo has sparked a significant backlash in the graphic design community. The company's refreshed brand and logo were unveiled recently, ahead of the release of The Witcher 3 DLC. The new logo has been met with surprise and criticism from fans and designers alike.
Why it matters
The backlash against CD Projekt Red's new logo is notable for its intensity and unexpectedness. CD Projekt Red is a well-known game development company, famous for its work on The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077 series. The company's brand and logo are closely associated with its gaming franchises.
What is confirmed
- CD Projekt Red has refreshed its brand and logo.
- The new logo was unveiled ahead of The Witcher 3 DLC release.
What to watch next
- Reactions from CD Projekt Red's management or community
- Further design changes
- Impact on the company's gaming franchises
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (4)
- Creative Bloq — The new CD Projekt Red logo just sparked the weirdest backlash graphic design has ever seen
- CD PROJEKT RED Press Center — CD PROJEKT RED Refreshes Its Brand and Logo
- beebom.com — CD Projekt RED Unveils Brand New Logo Ahead of Witcher 3 DLC Release
- freeyork — CD Projekt Red’s Bold Logo Redesign Sparks Surprising Cultural Debates
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