One of Cyberpunk 2077’s most iconic moments, the underwater scuba dive with Judy Alvarez, is revealed to have been crafted using innovative techniques. In a recent interview with PC Gamer’s RPG developers, CD Projekt Red’s acting lead quest designer, Sarah Gruemmer, shed light on the challenges faced in bringing this scene to life.
Gruemmer explained that the team encountered difficulties due to the absence of diving animations for NPCs in the game. However, they were determined to include the underwater experience with Judy. To overcome this limitation, they leveraged the game’s scene system, devising a workaround that involved breaking the sequence into shorter sections and utilizing animations creatively.
The result was a quest where players could interact with Judy underwater, despite the technical hurdles. Gruemmer humorously mentioned that the cinematic team expressed some frustration with the unconventional approach.
This behind-the-scenes glimpse into the development process highlights the creative problem-solving and dedication of the team behind Cyberpunk 2077. As players continue to explore the game’s richly detailed world, they can appreciate the meticulous attention to detail that went into crafting memorable experiences like the dive with Judy Alvarez.
