Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty – Now fully optimized

CD Projekt RED’s boldest gamble has finally paid off. With Phantom Liberty, the once-criticized Cyberpunk 2077 re-emerges stronger, sleeker, and deeper. Combining AAA storytelling, redesigned systems, and a thrilling espionage campaign, this is no mere DLC—it’s a full-blown reimagining. Here’s how Cyberpunk 2077 has been reborn in 7 major ways. cyberpunk

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What is Cyberpunk?

Phantom Liberty is a spy-thriller expansion set in Dogtown, a walled-off war zone ruled by a rogue militia. The plot thrusts V into a tangled web of espionage as they attempt to save the President of the New United States.

Setting: Dogtown, located in Pacifica, is militarized, chaotic, and full of secrets.

Tone: Think Blade Runner meets The Bourne Identity.

New Characters:

Solomon Reed (Idris Elba) – NUSA sleeper agent

President Myers – Target of an aerial attack

Songbird – Mysterious netrunner with her own agenda

This expansion doesn’t just expand the world—it reshapes it

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The Rebirth of Cyberpunk 2077

Version 2.0 is a game-changer. It overhauls nearly every system:

System	Before 2.0	After 2.0
Perks & Skills	Linear, bloated	Streamlined, impactful
Police AI	Basic & broken	Smart, responsive
Cyberware	Limited use	Integral to builds
UI	Clunky	Sleek & intuitive

Stability has skyrocketed, and even on consoles, the game runs like a dream.

Meet Dogtown – A Lawless Frontier

Dogtown is gritty, dense, and unpredictable. Dogtown exudes degradation and anxiety, in contrast to the glamour that Night City exudes.

Factions: Barghest militia, Fixers, Smugglers

Points of Interest: Combat arenas, smuggler tunnels, black market vendors

Style: Brutalist architecture, collapsed towers, neon-lit checkpoints

When exploring Dogtown, it is like walking a tightrope between the possibility of success and the possibility of failure.

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Espionage and Intrigue in the Main Story

Phantom Liberty swaps street warfare for spycraft. From high-level conspiracies to covert operations, the narrative tests your ethics as much as your reflexes.

Choices matter – missions split based on loyalties.

Double-crosses and betrayals await around every corner.

Songbird vs. Reed – Whose side will you take?

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Idris Elba’s portrayal of Solomon Reed was a pivotal role in his career.

Solomon Reed is a battle-hardened spook who is divided between duty and truth, and Idris Elba brings himself to life as the character.

Voice acting: Deep, nuanced, emotionally grounded

Character arc: Rich with backstory and emotional conflict

Player impact: Your relationship with Reed alters the narrative

He’s more than a companion—he’s the soul of the expansion.

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Enhanced Combat and Tactics in Phantom Liberty

Combat in Phantom Liberty is brutal and kinetic. New mechanics sharpen the edge:

New weapons:

Order – Smart SMG

Rasetsu – Railgun sniper

Combat drugs (relic perks): Slow time, teleport behind enemies

Takedowns and stealth feel more rewarding than ever

Enemies flank, use cover, and push aggressively—so staying mobile is key.

Perk Tree Overhaul and Character Builds

The new perk tree is split into archetypes:

Netrunner – Master of surveillance and hacking

Solo – Tanky melee and charge builds

Shinobi – Speed, evasion, katana-based chaos

Engineer – Smart weapon mastery

Relic Tree – Only available through Phantom Liberty (The enhancements that Songbird has)

Best builds? Try Monowire Netrunner or Katana Shinobi for maximum fun.

Vehicles, Combat, and Chases Reimagined

Drive-bys are finally here!

Vehicle Combat: Mount LMGs, shoot pistols, blow up drones mid-chase.

Pursuits: Police and enemies chase with smarter AI.

UI HUD in vehicles shows ammo, armor, heat.

Motorcycle katanas? Yep. Cyberpunk just became Mad Max.

Gigs, Side Jobs, and Netrunner Delights

Dogtown is filled with new gigs, often morally ambiguous and multi-path:

Black-market sabotage

Extraction jobs

Encrypted data hunts

The Netrunner life shines here—hacks are faster, more cinematic, and deeply integrated into every encounter.

Fixers and Factions – Reputation Matters

Reputation with Fixers unlocks:

• Exclusive missions
• Gear caches
• Special dialogue options

Power struggles in Dogtown influence mission availability and narrative outcomes.

Decisions That Echo – Multiple Endings Explained

There are whole new endings that are introduced in Phantom Liberty, some of which alter the conclusion of the main game.

Songbird Ending – Risk it all to save a friend

Reed Ending – Protect the bigger picture

Secret Ending – Only accessible via precise choices

Choices can literally change the fate of V forever.

Visual Upgrades and Next-Gen Optimization

Ray Tracing: Real-time shadows, global illumination

DLSS 3.5 Support (NVIDIA): AI frame generation

Console Upgrades: Locked 60 FPS on next-gen

UI Redesign: Cleaner, with better quest tracking

Night City is more visually appealing, has a more vibrant atmosphere, and is performing at its highest levels.

Accessibility, Difficulty, and Playstyle Options

Customizable UI

Expanded controller support

Difficulty presets & modifiers for better personalization

QOL upgrades: Auto-skip time, loot filters, journal tweaks

Cyberpunk now respects your time and your pace.

Cyberpunk 2077’s Redemption Arc

From scandal to success, the devs pulled off the unthinkable:

2020: Buggy, chaotic launch

2021-2022: Fixes, Netflix tie-ins

2023+: Complete rework, praised expansion

Now, Cyberpunk sits alongside The Witcher 3 as a CDPR redemption story.