CD Projekt RED reward moment-maker
One of the very best moments of yesterday’s E3 opening was the sudden surprise appearance ofJohn Wickactor Keanu Reeves,who took to the stage during Microsoft’s press conference to talk about CD Projekt Red’s awesome-lookingCyberpunk 2077.
Upon stating that walking through the day-glo-dangerous streets of the upcoming RPG was “breathtaking”, a random audience member called out to Reeves “You’rebreathtaking!”, which led to a cute moment of awkwardness from the Hollywood star, followed by his declaration that we wereallbreathtaking.
No doubt happy with the press received from this genuinely funny moment, CD Projekt Red announced thatthey will be sending out a free copyof theCyberpunk 2077 Collector’s Editionto the audience member in question, Los Angeles-based YouTuberPeter Sark.That’s not a bad bonus for simply stating the truth.
Incidents such as this one, which are genuine, unscripted and heartwarming, arethemoments of E3. Despite how hard presentations in the past have aggressively worked to contrive “A Viral Meme”, the real moments – as with everything in life – are the ones that come out of the blue, bringing a touch of genuine emotion, humour and humanity to the stage.
Now, let’s not all try to top this guy today. Audience callouts can go too far. Ask Bethesda.
