CD Projekt Red is releasing update 2.5 for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, coinciding with the premiere of the second season of the Netflix anime series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. While the specifics of the patch were not fully detailed, a presentation is scheduled for October 21st to elaborate on its contents. Key additions mentioned include new cyberware customization options and a "new dual-wielding playstyle."
An accompanying promotional image featuring the game's protagonist, V, alongside Weak Kingsley from Edgerunners II, shows V dual-wielding firearms. This imagery has led to speculation about potential new photo mode poses or gameplay mechanics related to dual-wielding, though it could also simply be custom artwork for the announcement. The full scope of these features will be revealed during the upcoming REDStreams presentation.
The release of update 2.5 marks another significant content drop for Cyberpunk 2077, which has seen a considerable image rehabilitation since its initial launch in 2020, partly influenced by the success of the first season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners in 2022.
CD Projekt Red continues to support Cyberpunk 2077 with ongoing updates, even as the studio shifts focus to other major projects. The development team is reportedly working on The Witcher IV, slated for a 2028 release, and a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, though that title is still likely many years away. In the interim, players can look forward to new DLC for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.