🚨 The “Final” Final Update?
Just when we thought CD Projekt Red had parked the Quadra for good, they pulled a fast one. Cyberpunk 2077’s Update 2.2 has landed, and it’s packed with unexpected goodies. Despite earlier claims that the game had reached its final form, the devs had one more trick up their cybernetic sleeves.
Back in December 2023, CD Projekt Red declared that Update 2.1 would be the game’s last major patch. It was a mic drop moment. Phantom Liberty had wrapped up V’s journey with a flaming katana flourish, and players had mostly accepted that the game had hit cruising altitude.
But surprise! Update 2.2 comes zooming in like a Delamain cab on synth-steroids. Not only is it filled with fan-service flourishes, but it also proves that CDPR just can’t let go of Night City—and honestly, neither can we.
🎨 Customization Galore
Update 2.2 brings a fresh coat of paint—literally. Vehicle customization just got a serious glow-up. Now you can apply CrystalCoat paint jobs to even more rides in your garage. Not enough? Enter TwinTone technology, which lets you scan any car you see in Night City using your Kiroshi optics and instantly save its paint scheme. It’s like a high-tech version of Pinterest, but for cyberpunk car envy.
Want that gang-banger’s color scheme for your Caliburn? Just scan and swipe. It’ll cost you a few eddies, but hey, style isn’t cheap in Night City.
Character customization has also received a boost. More hairstyle and appearance options mean your V can look as fresh or freaky as you want. And let’s not skip the big news: Johnny Silverhand can now ride shotgun in your car. Yep, he might throw some shade while you drive, but it makes the road trip vibes feel way more immersive.
📸 Photo Mode Upgrades
Content creators and cyber-shutterbugs, rejoice. The photo mode overhaul is one of the most underrated gems of this update.
You can now tweak lighting with more precision, change your pose mid-frame, and even capture new interactions with Johnny. Want a moody noir shot with neon rain dripping down your mirror shades while Keanu ghost-poses behind you? Go nuts.
🎟️ A Tabletop Throwback
Here’s a curveball: Update 2.2 includes a free PDF of the Cyberpunk RED: Easy Mode TTRPG guide. That’s right, CDPR is throwing a digital dice bag your way.
This abridged tabletop rulebook is perfect for newbies looking to dip their toes into Cyberpunk’s original pen-and-paper roots. It also acts as a narrative bridge between Cyberpunk 2020 and 2077. It’s like finding a hidden lore scroll in your inventory—only this one lets you become a GM in real life.
🎲 Balatro Crossover Quest
In what might be the most unexpected crossover since Geralt showed up in Monster Hunter, Cyberpunk 2077 now features a Balatro-themed side quest.
After Update 2.2, you’ll start receiving cryptic texts from “Jim B” guiding you to find Balatro graffiti around Night City. Hunt them down and you’re rewarded with:
- A Balatro-inspired t-shirt
- A Balatro-themed apartment decoration
It’s a short but sweet scavenger hunt that mashes up high-tech dystopia with deck-building dopamine.
❌ What’s Still Missing
As generous as this surprise patch is, it’s not without a few notable omissions. There is still no PlayStation 5 Pro support and no New Game Plus mode, two of the most requested features from the community.
That means your level-50 katana god build still can’t carve through Arasaka grunts all over again with fresh loot. A missed opportunity? Definitely. But CDPR seems more focused on leaving Night City in a good place than constantly rebooting it.
🎤 Final Thoughts
Cyberpunk 2077’s journey has been wilder than a Brain Dance gone haywire. From its rocky, glitch-riddled launch to the redemption arc that was Phantom Liberty, and now this surprise fan service update, the game has finally found its groove.
Update 2.2 isn’t just another patch—it’s a farewell mixtape. It’s CDPR saying, “Thanks for sticking with us, chooms. Here’s one last ride through the neon fog.”
Whether you’re logging back in for the new customization or just to hear Johnny sass you in your Quadra, there’s never been a better reason to revisit Night City.
So tell us: Is this the swan song Cyberpunk 2077 deserved? Or are you still holding out for that elusive NG+ dream? Drop your take in the comments below and let’s ride!
