Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC Release Date Leaked: Sooner Than Expected?

The highly anticipated Phantom Liberty DLC for Cyberpunk 2077 may be released earlier than expected, according to a recent leak. Originally delayed due to the game's notorious launch bugs, the DLC was officially announced during The Game Awards 2022 with a thrilling trailer featuring Idris Elba as Solomon Reed, the enigmatic FIA agent.

Despite CD Projekt Red's announcement of a 2023 launch window for the expansion, details on its release have been scarce. However, the developer has revealed plans to offer a hands-on experience for media and content creators at the upcoming Summer Game Fest, allowing them to preview Phantom Liberty before its official release. The leaked information suggests that fans may not have to wait long to play the game, with rumors indicating a possible release as soon as next month.

There has been recent discussion about the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 expansion, Phantom Liberty. Polish gaming podcasters Rock and Borys spoke about it in their latest episode, with Borys suggesting a release window between June 8 (Summer Game Fest) and early July, based on an older report from CDPR. Furthermore, Borys claims that his sources within CDPR have informed him that the expansion is progressing well, and that it will come out about a month after the official release date announcement.

Players have been speculating about what Phantom Liberty will bring to the game. We already know that V and Johnny Silverhand will be exploring a new area of Night City known as Dogtown, which is overrun by crime and corruption. Reed even suggests that it should be burned to the ground at one point. Additionally, Night City Radio will have new music and stations for players to enjoy while traversing the dangerous streets of Dogtown. There have also been rumors circulating that Falco, a character from the popular Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime, could make an appearance.

It's important to approach rumors about gaming news with a healthy dose of skepticism, and the recent claims from Rock and Borys regarding Cyberpunk 2077 and the release window for Phantom Liberty are no exception. However, if these rumors turn out to be true, players can look forward to exploring the gritty streets of Night City even further during next month's Summer Game Fest livestream.

Currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, Cyberpunk 2077 has already captivated players with its immersive gameplay and stunning visuals. And while the exclusive Phantom Liberty DLC is still a ways off, scheduled to launch on current-gen consoles in 2023, anticipation for this highly-anticipated expansion is already building.

Source: Reddit