The Mind-Bending Twist That Shatters the World of Cyberpunk 2077: Unveiling Phantom Liberty

Warning: This article contains minor spoilers for Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty. Cyberpunk 2077, known for its initial glitches and problematic release, has undergone significant improvements with the latest 2.0 update. This update brings the game closer to its original vision from three years ago, just in time for the release of the Phantom Liberty DLC expansion.

Phantom Liberty adds standalone side content to the main story of Cyberpunk 2077. It presents a thrilling spy narrative with undercover missions, a wealth of side quests, and introduces a new district filled with vibrant characters to engage with. While it follows the conventions of action RPGs, players will be pleasantly surprised by the entrance of Solomon Reed, portrayed by Idris Elba.

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty's Solomon Reed Knows How to Make an Entrance

In Cyberpunk 2077's DLC, the intensity ramps up from the start, with a high-stakes meeting with Songbird and a face-to-face encounter with President Rosalind Myers of the New United States. Players actively save her from a wreckage. The action continues with a climactic battle against the formidable Chimera boss, providing a clear glimpse into the expansion's storyline.

However, once the initial mission of rescuing Myers is accomplished, the game enters a familiar phase that regular Cyberpunk 2077 players might anticipate. This could deceive some fans into thinking they fully grasp what Phantom Liberty has in store. Their main objective becomes ensuring President Myers' safety as an FIA agent and rescuing Songbird. President Myers enlists the assistance of Solomon Reed, whose introduction indicates that the DLC won't be as straightforward as it may seem to fans.

Players' first indication that something is amiss is the disapproval and negative energy expressed by Relic engram Johnny Silverhand. Suddenly, during V and Johnny's conversation, Reed grabs V from behind and proceeds to interrogate them. Each question Reed poses hangs in the balance as fans have the power to decide, all while V is held at gunpoint. Once V successfully passes Reed's initiation, they agree to work as Myers' new agent.

The sudden and disruptive nature of Reed approaching V from behind, despite the agreed meeting location, serves as a notable sign to players that Phantom Liberty is not as straightforward as they may have initially believed. Even after helping President Myers reach a safe and secure destination, the expansion's true focus is on Songbird and the aftermath of her hacking into the Chimera bot. By defying expectations with Reed's unconventional introduction, the stage is set for what unfolds in the expansion.

Reed should break the initial illusion of security that players often fall into upon starting the game, as the story behind Phantom Liberty in Cyberpunk 2077 is much more complex than it appears. The DLC unveils a tale of betrayal, honor, and a troubled history that surpasses players' expectations. In addition to the new perks, cyberware stats, and other significant gameplay improvements, CDPR has gone all out to ensure that both Night City and Dogtown shine, regardless of the corruption that lurks beneath the surface.

You can now access Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.