CD Projekt Red To Release Free Update 2.1 For Cyberpunk 2077 Alongside Ultimate Edition

A few weeks back, CD Projekt RED announced the definitive edition of its most popular title, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition. The game will be available from 05 December 2023, both digitally and physically, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. While fans were already plenty excited about the announcement of Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition launch, CD Projekt Red teased the release of free update 2.1 for Cyberpunk 2077 and Phantom Liberty. The free update 2.1 will be released alongside the Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition.

CD Projekt Red has teased "new and hotly anticipated gameplay elements." CD Projekt Red will go live on their Twitch Channel for the REDstreams with Amelia Kołat and Alicja Kozera (Senior Community Managers), Paweł Sasko (Quest Director) and Monika Janowska (Producer), who will share more information about the update.

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Cyberpunk 2077 And Phantom Liberty To Receive Free Update 2.1 On 05 December 2023

Releasing on 05 December 2023, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will be available digitally and physically on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. The Ultimate Edition will comprise the full story of V, a cyber-enhanced mercenary, combined with the base game Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion, Phantom Liberty. The game will include all the updates, including free update 2.0. 

With the Update 2.0, CD Projekt Red overhauled the gameplay mechanics, including a revamped police system, the ability to engage in combat while driving vehicles, enhanced combat AI and new skills and perks. The update also significantly changes cyberware, weapons, and vehicles, introducing new features and refining existing ones. 

Regarding the upcoming 2.1 update, CD Projekt Red hasn't shared any details. According to their blog post on Update 2.1, Cyberpunk 2077 and its Phantom Liberty expansion will receive "new and hotly anticipated gameplay elements", suggesting adding new features and creating a better player experience. 

CD Projekt Red could add new in-game content, like a story expansion with new quests, locations, and characters, to provide players with fresh challenges. Since Cyberpunk 2077 is incorporating AI in the game, Update 2.1 might improve the AI aspect of the game to create a more immersive experience. CD Projekt Red suggested including "hotly anticipated gameplay elements," which could be the addition/refinement of the gameplay and combat mechanics. Players might see new cyberware implants, weapons, and mods in the game. 

CD Projekt Red will reveal more information regarding Update 2.1 on 01 December 2023 at 4 PM CET on their Twitch Channel. The REDstream will include Cyberpunk's community managers, quest director and producer.