Cyberpunk 2077 has actually had an extended, unusual journey from being completely busted at launch to moderately playable at this time. Debates rage on as as to whether it could actually ever ship on all of the pre-launch hype CD Projekt Crimson generated, however quickly the sport will get one other likelihood to impress with the one-two punch of a sweeping model 2.0 replace and the September 26 launch of its solely paid enlargement, Phantom Liberty. However which upcoming options are free, and which would require you to shell out for the DLC? We are able to lastly shed some gentle on that.
That’s as a result of at this time the sport’s official Twitter tweeted a graphic that lays out, in no unsure phrases, which modifications can be accessible as a part of the sport’s 2.0 replace, and which would require shopping for the Phantom Liberty enlargement. As of this writing, the two.0 replace doesn’t have a launch date, however it is going to launch earlier than the $30 Phantom Liberty does on September 26. Usually, the patch seems to be to be largely systemic and quality-of-life modifications, whereas the enlargement is bringing new content material on high of these sweeping fixes and tweaks.
So, which new options will you get totally free, and that are solely within the paid DLC? Learn on.
Options within the free Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 replace
All PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Collection X/S Cyberpunk 2077 gamers will take pleasure in the next new options totally free, each time the two.0 replace hits. (Sadly the PS4 and Xbox One obtained their final main patch with final 12 months’s model 1.6 “Edgerunners” replace.)
Redesigned talent bushes and perks
After we performed Phantom Liberty throughout Summer time Recreation Fest, CD Projekt Crimson hung out extolling the various coming quality-of-life modifications, like a cleaner, extra readable UI. However extra systemic gameplay modifications, together with redesigned talent bushes and an entire overhaul of the cyberware system, seem to be they’ll change the sport up in additional vital methods.
The redesigned talent bushes, primarily based on my time with them in that demo, really feel like they’ll assist to craft a extra outlined playstyle in your V. The character I performed within the demo was melee-based, with highly effective hand-to-hand finishers and the power to deflect bullets. That’s solely one of many deliberate new talent bushes, and it’s in contrast to something within the base recreation proper now. For sure, you’ll need to respec when the two.0 replace launches.
Only one caveat to notice: The brand new “Relic” talent tree, about which extra beneath, will solely be included within the paid enlargement.
Revamped cyberware and new capability system
Now solely is your primary character construct evolving, but additionally the way you increase it. The revamped Cyberware system lets you principally put your tech augments into overdrive to make them extra highly effective, however that can include drawbacks should you’re not cautious. Whereas it received’t fairly attain the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime’s portrayal of cyberpsychosis, you’ll be able to count on some extra threat and reward in the way you increase V after patch 2.0.
Automobile fight and automotive chases
In Cyberpunk 2077 you spend a whole lot of time driving round Night time Metropolis, however the base recreation doesn’t allow you to do a lot else with all of the automobiles and bikes you acquire. The two.0 replace is including fight sequences—V can fireplace a sidearm out the window, or function a turret constructed into the automotive—in addition to extra automotive chases within the open world. The sport already had a number of chases, however solely in pre-scripted sequences. This new system appears to make them a naturally occurring occasion throughout the world.
Fight AI enhancements
Cyberpunk 2077 was just about a simple capturing gallery more often than not, however the 2.0 replace goals to make its fight extra dynamic by overhauling enemy AI and ways. It will embody issues like making enemies higher at taking cowl and giving them new melee assaults that make them extra deadly up shut.
New police system
The two.0 replace claims it is going to make the punishment in your crimes extra extreme than a easy firefight and a doable automotive chase, with the risk scaling relying on the severity of your crimes. This consists of giving cops heavier artiliery to take care of you relying on how dangerous you’ve been. For those who hold racking up violations and attain the utmost “Warmth” stage (suppose GTA), you’ll need to face a MaxTac miniboss encounter. For those who’ve seen Edgerunners, who already know why that’s very dangerous information.
UI and UX enhancements
Cyberpunk 2077’s authentic UI is a bit exhausting to learn. It’s stylized to appear to be a HUD a cybernetic-enhanced mercenary might need, however that’s not precisely straightforward on our real-life human eyes. The two.0 replace is revamping it to be a bit extra smooth, clear, and never as disruptive.
Loot, objects, and crafting modifications
The two.0 replace can also be bringing new loot and tools, in addition to modifications to the crafting system which helps you to make new weapons, garments, and different objects so that you can carry round Night time Metropolis.
New radio stations (together with Neighborhood Radio Station Growl FM)
When you’re participating in all that automotive fight, Cyberpunk 2077 can also be getting new radio stations to take heed to, which may also embody one made up of songs from the neighborhood chosen as a part of a contest earlier this 12 months.
Options solely within the paid Phantom Liberty DLC
All that 2.0 replace stuff sounds fairly good, however that received’t get you all the brand new content material and options. You’ll need to shell out 30 bucks if you wish to take pleasure in the next new additions to Night time Metropolis.
Dogtown – a harmful new district
The majority of Phantom Liberty takes place in Dogtown, a brand new space close to Night time Metropolis’s Pacifica district. You received’t be capable of entry the brand new area with out shopping for the enlargement, and also you additionally received’t be capable of attain it till you attain the Pacifica part of the principle recreation. So you’ll want to get that out of the way in which earlier than September 26.
Model-new storyline and characters
All these systemic modifications are high-quality and effectively, however the large draw of Phantom Liberty is the spy thriller storyline that includes Luther and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 actor Idris Elba as new character Solomon Reed. Naturally, this can solely be accessible should you purchase the enlargement.
New quests, gigs, boss fights, and extra
Alongside the principle quest, Dogtown can be residence to different quests, fights, and different antics for V to stand up to in Phantom Liberty.
Autos missions and airdrops – ‘infinite dynamic occasions’
With the two.0 patch’s overhaul to automobiles, naturally Phantom Liberty can be trying to spotlight these modifications. It will embody new missions, together with airdrops, which are supposed to be endlessly replayable, in accordance with the devs we spoke to at Summer time Recreation Fest. We’ll see about that.
All-new Relic talent tree and talents
A part of the story in Phantom Liberty facilities round a personality named Songbird, who claims that she will be able to save V from the Relic of their head that’s slowly killing them. A part of this consists of unlocking the Relic’s potential, thus opening up a brand new talent tree that’s solely upgradable utilizing Relic Factors present in Dogtown.
100+ new objects – weapons, cyberware, automobiles, and style
For those who weren’t already overwhelmed by all of the loot and such you’ll be able to acquire within the base recreation, Phantom Liberty is providing you with extra loot to place in your pack. This consists of new style, so I can be serving lewks all through Dogtown whereas doing spy shit.
Automobile missile launchers
No automotive chase or car fight overhaul is full with out mounting an explosive onto the entrance of your automotive.
Degree cap elevated to 60
Cyberpunk 2077’s stage cap proper now could be 50, so on high of respeccing your V with the brand new talent bushes, you’ll be capable of acquire one other 10 ranges whilst you combat your means via Phantom Liberty’s new story and quests.
It looks as if CD Projekt Crimson goes all out for Phantom Liberty, which is smart contemplating that it’s the sport’s solely deliberate enlargement for Cyberpunk 2077. The studio is engaged on a sequel as effectively, however that recreation is probably going a really, very great distance away.
