CD Projekt Red Reveals Overhaul and New Features for Cyberpunk 2077
In a new gameplay trailer, CD Projekt Red announced major updates and new features coming to the open-world action game Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion Phantom Liberty. Here are the key points:
1. Vehicle Combat: The update introduces vehicle-to-vehicle combat with mounted weapons and car-to-car combat. The NCPD will respond more realistically to player actions, setting up roadblocks and attempting to ram players off the road.
2. Redesigned Cyberware and Perks: V can now access abilities granted by the relic carrying the construct of Johnny Silverhand. This opens up new possibilities in gameplay.
3. Combat AI Overhaul: Combat in Cyberpunk 2077 has been enhanced with upgraded enemy AI, dynamic attacks, and gruesome melee combat moves. Players can deflect bullets with swords and throw enemies at each other.
4. Free Update: The redesigned skill trees, overhauled police system, and vehicle combat will be part of the free Update 2.0 for Cyberpunk 2077 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
5. Release Date: The update and expansion will be released on September 26, delivering the features players were initially promised.
Hot Take
CD Projekt Red’s upcoming update and expansion for Cyberpunk 2077 address many of the game’s initial shortcomings. With improvements to gameplay, combat, and the addition of new features, players can finally experience the game they were promised. The free update is a welcome gesture to players who have stuck with the game despite its troubled launch.