With Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS, the successful Netflix series in the universe of Cyberpunk: 2077 is getting its own manga. The full first volume is set to be released in 2025. However, you can already read the first chapter in various languages – including a German version.
What is Cyberpunk: Edgerunners MADNESS about? The manga aims to bring you closer to the backstory of the Netflix series, featuring Rebecca and Pilar as the protagonists. In Night City, the siblings are determined to make their dreams come true.
During their journey, they encounter a mysterious man named “Saffron”, who seems to become increasingly intertwined in their lives. The manga allows you to experience how the two became Edgerunners and the obstacles they face while trying to make a name for themselves.
Here you can see the trailer for the Netflix series:
A Prequel to the Characters Pilar and Rebecca
Where can you read the chapter? On x.com, the manga was not only surprisingly announced, but the first chapter was also released. If you want to dive in directly, you can secure the first chapter for free in German via Amazon.
If you prefer to read the Japanese original, you will find it on comic-walker.com. Additionally, the chapter is also available in Polish, Italian, Spanish, and soon also in French and English.
The first chapter consists of about 42 pages, where you mainly follow the protagonist Rebecca. The story was written by Comic Book & Animation Narrative Director Bartosz Sztybor (via x.com), while Asano (via x.com) provided the illustrations.
How is the chapter being received by the community? In a thread on Reddit , enthusiasm is spreading over the announcement. Many have read the chapter directly and are already looking forward to reading more of it in the coming year.
Fans are also discussing which well-known characters besides Rebecca and Pilar might make an appearance. Many suspect that, for example, Sasha or Kiwi could be involved in the story.
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