Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2: The Newest Netflix Series, Ranked #2, Is a Science Fiction Masterpiece That Fans Have Been Waiting for for 4 Years
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Anime is extremely popular worldwide and has been part of pop culture since the 1990s. Currently, 50% of Gen Z and Millennials watch anime weekly, making it a strong cultural trend. Its popularity is driven by easy access to content, the influence of communities, and anime’s status as affordable entertainment.
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Of course, following up on the original *Cyberpunk: Edgerunners* is no easy feat. The first season won Best Anime of the Year at the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards and earned a rare 100% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes.
That’s a tall order to live up to, especially given the impact the story had on fans. But Studio Trigger and CD Projekt Red are back with a fresh take on the world of Cyberpunk 2077, and early reactions suggest that Night City still has plenty to offer. Four years later, the wait is finally over, and this new season isn’t wasting any time finding its audience.
According to the streaming tracker FlixPatrol, *Cyberpunk: Edgerunners* is currently ranked #2 as the most-watched TV series on Netflix worldwide, surpassing shows like *The Diplomat* Season 4 and *The Trap*.
It’s currently trailing only *Below*, and that makes sense. The first season spent four years building a loyal fanbase, so there’s always been a sense of anticipation surrounding the return to Night City.
The bigger question is whether the sequel can retain that audience once the initial excitement dies down. Netflix’s official weekly viewership numbers will provide a clearer picture of just how well the new season is performing.
