CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwiński steps down from joint-CEO role Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwiński steps down from joint-CEO role To start "brand-new personal chapter" at studio. News by Matt Wales Reporter Published on 4 Oct 2022 11 comments CD Projekt co-founder Marcin Iwiński has announced he'll be stepping down from his joint-CEO role - a position he's held at the company for nearly 30 years - before the end of 2022. "I am beginning a brand-new personal chapter at CD Projekt," Iwiński wrote in a statement shared following the company's latest investor meeting, "as I will submit my candidacy for the role of Chairman of the Supervisory Board, leaving behind my joint-CEO role. By the end of 2022, I'll hand over my duties to my colleagues from the board." "For me this is a huge moment," Iwiński continued. "I've been at CD Projekt for almost 30 years and I have seen it go from a handful of passion-driven rebels to an internationally recognised developer of story-driven role-playing games loved by millions globally. Back when Michał Kiciński and I founded the company, I don't think either of us would have been able to imagine this incredible journey, not even in our wildest dreams." Watch on YouTube CD Projekt recently shared a first tease of Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC. Iwiński says he intends to remain a major shareholder in CD Projekt after vacating his joint-CEO position, and will "remain active and engaged" in supporting the board in his new non-executive role. "I will also remain connected to the core of what makes us special, "he added, "which is making the best storytelling games in the world and doing right by gamers". While CD Projekt has faced controversy in recent years - particularly in light of its well-publicised reckoning with crunch culture and the much-maligned launch of Cyberpunk 2077 in December 2020 - Iwiński leaves his role as the studio begins to enjoy more positive press. Cyberpunk 2077 is currently in the throes of a major revival following the launch of Netflix's acclaimed anime spin-off Edgerunners and an accompanying patch - and news that plenty more Witcher is on the horizon, alongside a Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, has been warmly received by fans. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 8 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store