So you just picked up Cyberpunk 2077 on the Nintendo Switch 2, huh? Welcome to Night City, choom. You’re probably neck-deep in gigs, loot, and Keanu Reeves yelling at you from your brainstem. But between all that neon noise, there are some side-quests you cannot afford to miss. These 17 quests are where the game truly comes alive—emotionally, narratively, and in pure cyberpunk chaos.
Major Companion Quest Chains (Impactful & Story-Driven)
1. Johnny Silverhand’s Questline
- Chippin’ In → Holdin’ On → Second Conflict → A Like Supreme
This arc is like unlocking a DLC within your brain. You dig into Johnny’s past, revisit his band Samurai, and get some absolutely baller cutscenes. Also unlocks a secret ending—if you pass Johnny’s vibe check.
2. Kerry Eurodyne’s Questline
- Rebel! Rebel! → I Don’t Wanna Hear It → Off the Leash → Boat Drinks
A mid-life rocker looking for meaning in a corpo world? Sign us up. Kerry’s quests hit you with introspection, music, and one of the goofiest yacht missions ever.
3. Judy Álvarez’s Questline
- Both Sides, Now → Ex-Factor → Talkin’ ‘Bout a Revolution → Pisces → Pyramid Song
Come for the brain dances, stay for the feels. Judy’s storyline is slow-burn cyber-sapphic gold, with “Pyramid Song” delivering one of the game’s most hauntingly beautiful moments.
4. Panam Palmer’s Questline
- Riders on the Storm → With a Little Help from My Friends → Queen of the Highway
Guns, nomads, and high-speed revenge. Panam’s route is action-packed with heavy relationship payoff. Oh, and did we mention it unlocks a key ending route?
🧠 Story-Heavy Side Jobs (Deep World & Emotional Beats)
5. Heroes
A touching farewell to Jackie that tugs on the heartstrings. You’ll get a dope pistol and a big ol’ cry. Mandatory for anyone with a soul.
6. Dream On
Step into a noir cyber-detective thriller with a political twist. It’s like if Deus Ex and Black Mirror had a creepy baby.
7. Pyramid Song (Again, because it’s just that good)
Even if you don’t romance Judy, this quest stands alone as a moment of serenity in a city that never sleeps—or shuts up.
8. Sinnerman
Religious guilt meets corpo manipulation in the darkest Uber ride of your life. Joshua’s saga goes from weird to straight-up biblical.
9. The Highwayman
An underrated gem about a mysterious motorcycle. Great atmosphere and subtle storytelling. Feel like a real gumshoe on this one.
10. The Beast in Me
Think Fast & Furious but make it existential. Claire’s street races come with a side of grief, vengeance, and nitro boosts.
11. Happy Together
Small quest, big feels. You’ll get emotionally invested in your neighbor’s well-being. Don’t sleep on this one.
🎭 Detective & Political Tangles
12. River Ward’s Questline
- I Fought the Law → The Hunt → Following the River
A cop with a conscience? Rare in Night City. River’s arc dives into family, corruption, and creepy AF braindances. Female Vs can romance him, too.
13. Peralez Conspiracy (Dream On continuation)
Once you finish “Dream On,” your tinfoil hat gets a permanent upgrade. This arc hints at massive implications for Night City’s future.
🔫 Weapon & Gear Hookups
14. The Gun
A no-effort quest that drops you the Iconic “Dying Night” pistol. Early game domination. Grab it and go full cyber-Clint Eastwood.
15. Burning Desire
Starts with a guy whose junk is literally on fire. Ends with an iconic katana. Classic Night City.
🌆 Slice-of-Life & World-Builders
16. Space Oddity
A quirky job with a trippy twist and a mysterious painting. Basically if Banksy lived in a cyberpunk dystopia.
17. A Day in the Life
A low-stakes, NPC-driven ride that adds depth to the world. These side gigs are the unsung heroes of immersion.
🎯 TL;DR Play Order & Tips
| Phase | What to Do |
|---|---|
| Early Acts | Aim for Burning Desire, The Gun, Happy Together |
| Act 2 | Dive into Judy, River, Delamain, Dream-On/Peralez |
| Late Act 2 / Act 3 | Play River’s chain, Sinnerman, The Beast in Me, Space Oddity |
| Endgame Prep | Complete Johnny, Panam, Kerry lines before Nocturne OP55N1 |
🔮 Why These 17 Quests Matter
- Companions: Judy, Panam, Kerry, Johnny = emotional depth and alternate endings
- Story: Dream On, Sinnerman, River, Peralez add conspiracy flavor
- Rewards: The Gun, Burning Desire, The Highwayman unlock gear and drive-focused fun
- Atmosphere: Burning Desire, Space Oddity, A Day in the Life build Night City’s soul
These aren’t just fetch quests. They’re emotional landmines, cinematic beats, and the best way to make your Switch 2 journey through Cyberpunk 2077 unforgettable.
