It’s safe to say that news hasn’t always been positive when it comes to CD Projekt Red’s epic science fiction rompCyberpunk 2077, but the announcement last year that the first major DLC was on the way was an exciting one. First confirmed back in April 2022,Phantom Libertywill be the first and only DLC forCyberpunk 2077, which was both thrilling and disappointing for players who welcomed the new content but lamented the lack of future updates. However, the trailer forPhantom Libertyraised some interesting questions and introduced some compelling new details.
There isn’t a confirmed release date just yet forCyberpunk 2077’sPhantom LibertyDLC, and there are still a few gaps in player knowledge when it comes to the content of the expansion, but that hasn’t stopped fans from compiling a list of everything they’d want to see from mechanical improvements to narrative additions. It’s no secret thatCyberpunk 2077has slowly been rebuilding its reputation after its less-than-ideal release, so the pressure is on forPhantom Libertyto deliver a solid, glitch-free experience. The developer will be well aware of this, so the DLC could be something truly spectacular.
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What Fans Want To See In Phantom Liberty
DespiteCyberpunk 2077gradually improving over the past few years and adding plenty of fixes since its launch in 2020, some players are still looking ahead to see what else could be added to the vibrant world of Night City. The developer has teased a few details, but CD Projekt Red has been vague enough that players are able to theorize about what they’d actually like to see in the DLC. Fans know that there will be returning characters, but there will also be new faces too.Keanu Reeves' rebellious rocker Johnny Silverhandhas been confirmed, but players might like to see other fan-favorite characters make a return like Judy Alvarez or Panam Palmer.
Many playerswantPhantom Libertyto address some ofCyberpunk 2077’s issueswith its vehicles. Wider customization, better mechanics, and a smoother experience would really improve the upcoming vehicle combat in the expansion. Another popular suggestion was for the developer to follow in Rockstar Games' footsteps and make Night City feel more alive with random NPC events and better AI. Particularly now that Night City is adding a new area, the sprawling region needs to feel as energetic and realistic as possible.
What Cyberpunk 2077’s DLC Will Entail
Fans have already had a taste ofPhantom Libertythanks to a few trailers and updates last year. It will be a chance for players to explore a wholenew section ofCyberpunk 2077’s Night City, and the reveal of Idris Elba’s Solomon Reed, an FIA agent who works for the NUSA, was an exciting addition that gamers weren’t necessarily expecting. While details ofPhantom Liberty’s story are still largely under wraps, the developer has confirmed that the expansion will have a spy thriller vibe that should offer something new and different to the base game.
Given the fresh thriller focus, players will be expecting some stealth missions together with infiltration and other classic spy activities that should bring lots of fun features to the expansion. The developers have said thatPhantom Libertyis “a new style of plot, which we’re having fun with,” which seems to suggest that the DLC will be a unique take on what players are used to, yielding lots of exciting possibilities. This bodes well, but it’s yet to be seenifPhantom Libertywill be a solid additiontoCyberpunk 2077or just a missed opportunity.
Cyberpunk 2077is out now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. ThePhantom LibertyDLC is due to launch exclusively on current-gen consoles sometime in 2023.
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