Cyberpunk 2077 Just Got a 40GB New Update

JuiceHead

JuiceHead

17 min, 33 sec

This video provides a detailed review of the Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 2.1, detailing the new features, improvements, and changes made to the game.

Summary

  • The patch includes a significant update to the game, including new features and mechanics such as the romance upgrade, overhauled boss fights, and quality of life changes.
  • The update also added a new car chase mechanic tied to certain gigs, a new metro system, and a newly added portable radio.
  • There are balance changes made to various parts of the game, such as weapons, cyberware, perks, and quick hacks, as well as bug fixes.
  • The video also highlights an issue with the new car chase feature where attacks spawn whenever the player enters a vehicle, leading to frequent chases.
  • Lastly, the video comments on the patch's impact on the game, stating that the new additions are things players will use consistently in subsequent playthroughs.

Chapter 1

Introduction to the Update

0:00 - 1 min, 6 sec

The introduction discusses the general features of the update, including the new features and mechanics added to the game.

The introduction discusses the general features of the update, including the new features and mechanics added to the game.

  • The update is a response to the feedback received after Patch 2.0.
  • New features include the long-awaited romance upgrade and balance changes that have a far-reaching impact on the game.
  • Boss fights have been overhauled, with improvements made to existing boss fights and a new boss fight added.

Chapter 2

Detailed Review of Overhauled Boss Fights

1:06 - 1 min, 55 sec

This chapter provides a detailed review of the overhauled boss fights in the game.

This chapter provides a detailed review of the overhauled boss fights in the game.

  • Changes to the boss fights include making them tougher and more engaging.
  • New boss fights include Yasha Ivanov and Boris Ribov, which have been significantly improved.
  • Adam Smasher's boss fight received the largest overhaul, with increased HP and more counters.

Chapter 3

New Car Chase Mechanic

3:00 - 1 min, 12 sec

This section discusses the new car chase mechanic tied to certain gigs in the game.

This section discusses the new car chase mechanic tied to certain gigs in the game.

  • If you're overtly aggressive towards a certain gang or faction, the next time you get into your vehicle, several faction members will chase you down.
  • This feature is cool, but may be frustrating for some players due to constant attacks every time they get into their vehicle.

Chapter 4

New Metro System

4:13 - 1 min, 29 sec

This section elaborates on the new metro system added to the game.

This section elaborates on the new metro system added to the game.

  • After completing the prologue, the metro system will unlock.
  • You can now fast travel or use the metro at the metro stations, and while using the metro, you can view various routes accessible from the station.
  • Unfortunately, the metro system is not fully interactive, and it takes a considerable amount of time if you want to use this as a fast travel alternative.

Chapter 5

New Portable Radio

5:42 - 1 min, 40 sec

This chapter discusses the newly added portable radio in the game.

This chapter discusses the newly added portable radio in the game.

  • The new portable radio allows you to listen to the radio all over night city.
  • The radio UI was overhauled for both on-foot and in-car radios, including new volume controls.
  • However, the radio won't play all the time due to certain conditions like when other NPCs are talking or during combat.

Chapter 6

New Romance Interactions

7:22 - 1 min, 54 sec

This section delves into the new romance interaction options added with the update.

This section delves into the new romance interaction options added with the update.

  • You can now sit and have a drink and chat with the bartender at several bars in Night City.
  • There are also completely new romance interactions, such as your partner asking to stay at your place and having different interactions available at your apartment.
  • This addition enhances the feeling of having a relationship with your romance partner in the game.

Chapter 7

New Vehicles and Vehicle Races

9:16 - 1 min, 59 sec

This chapter focuses on the new vehicles and vehicle races added to the game.

This chapter focuses on the new vehicles and vehicle races added to the game.

  • A new car, the Porsche 911 Cabriolet, and five new motorcycles are now available for purchase.
  • A new feature allows you to use throwing weapons while riding motorcycles.
  • Repeatable vehicle races were added to the game, offering a fun way to earn eddies (in-game currency) and discounts on cars.

Chapter 8

Bug Fixes and Balances

11:15 - 1 min, 40 sec

This chapter details the bug fixes and balance changes made in the update.

This chapter details the bug fixes and balance changes made in the update.

  • Various bugs were addressed, including issues with crafted iconic weapons and the level 60 Netrunner skill.
  • Cyberware perks, weapons, and quick hacks were rebalanced, with notable changes to the Synaps burnout quick hack and the Berserk cyberware.
  • Balance changes also included modifications to how much ammo your character can carry.

Chapter 9

Other Changes and Improvements

12:55 - 2 min, 4 sec

This section highlights other changes and improvements made in the update.

This section highlights other changes and improvements made in the update.

  • New sightseeing binoculars were scattered around notable locations in the game.
  • Two new pieces of cyberware were added to the game, which can provide significant benefits to Netrunner builds.
  • The game received a full movement overhaul, improving sprinting, sliding, and dashing mechanics.

Chapter 10

Conclusion

14:59 - 2 min, 32 sec

The conclusion gives the video creator's overall thoughts on the update.

The conclusion gives the video creator's overall thoughts on the update.

  • The video creator believes that the update is incredible and a response to the feedback provided after Patch 2.0.
  • The new additions are seen as things players will use consistently in subsequent playthroughs.
  • However, some features like the Metro system were viewed as a little disappointing.

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