CD Projekt Removes Cyberpunk 2077 VR Mod Over Paid Release Dispute
A VR mod for the popular game Cyberpunk 2077 has been taken down due to a legal dispute with CD Projekt. The studio behind Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3 issued a DMCA notice against modder Luke Ross, who had placed his mod behind a paywall on Patreon.
CD Projekt’s Legal Action
The core issue was not the mod itself, but the fact that Ross was charging for its access. According to CD Projekt’s official ‘Fan Guidelines,’ any content created from their games cannot be sold for commercial purposes. The guidelines allow for “reasonable donations” but prohibit paywalls.
Community Response
Luke Ross expressed his frustration over this situation on Patreon, feeling that CD Projekt’s actions reflect a business-centric approach that undervalues the contributions of modders. He voiced his disappointment, stating:
- “Every little action that a company takes is in the name of money.”
- “They give absolutely zero f*s about how playing their game in VR made people happy.”
- Ross noted that he generates around $20,000 monthly from paid mods.
Future of VR Modding
Despite the setback with Cyberpunk 2077, Ross remains committed to creating VR content. He revealed plans for a new VR mode for Baldur’s Gate 3, indicating that he will continue his modding endeavors.
Developing Context in Cyberpunk 2077
In other related news, CD Projekt has been active in shaping the future of Cyberpunk 2077. Notably, Igor Sarzynski, the creative director for Cyberpunk 2, recently explained the absence of male character ‘V’ from the game’s promotional material following the 2.0 update.
This ongoing evolution reflects the complex relationship between developers and the modding community. As CD Projekt reinforces its intellectual property rights, the challenges faced by independent creators like Ross emphasize the ongoing debate around the commercialization of fan-made content in the gaming industry.
