Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty: All Lifepaths Explained

This guide will cover the difference between Nomad, Street Kid and Corpo.

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The Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty expansion introduces lifepaths that significantly impact your character’s initial storyline and background. Each lifepath offers a distinct origin story, setting the stage for your character, V, and their relationships, interactions, and initial challenges in the bustling metropolis of Night City. Let’s explore the available lifepaths and their influence on gameplay:

 

NOMAD

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Emerging from the vast deserts and remote fringes surrounding Night City, Nomads deeply value their familial and clan bonds. This narrative choice offers players a layered transition into the city's bustling core, accentuating the stark differences between the wild desert landscapes and the frenzied metropolis. It's a journey from solitude to urban cacophony, setting the tone for a unique exploration experience.


 

STREET KID

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Raised amidst the pulsating neon lights and gritty streets of Night City, Street Kids boast a deep-rooted familiarity with the metropolis's inner workings, its intense gang confrontations, and the clandestine aspects of its underbelly. Choosing the Street Kid lifepath in Cyberpunk 2077 grants V unparalleled urban survival instincts, a network of invaluable street-level contacts, and a honed expertise to deftly navigate the multifaceted layers of Night City's vibrant culture and hierarchy. This background sets the stage for an immersive dive into the city's raw and unfiltered side.


 

CORPO

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In the sprawling dystopia of Night City, V starts their journey as a savvy counter-intelligence agent for the formidable Arasaka corporation. Embarking on the Corpo lifepath provides players a deep dive into the cutthroat realm of corporate politics. Equipped with a mastery in manipulation and a wealth of knowledge about internal corporate power plays, V stands at the crossroads of high-stakes deals and rivalries, making this choice a thrilling entry-point for those eager to explore the darker corridors of Cyberpunk 2077's business world.


 

Which Lifepath Should I Choose in Phantom Liberty?

The lifepath you select not only shapes V’s initial hours in the game but also influences dialogues, character interactions, and mission opportunities throughout the story. Each lifepath provides a unique flavor, ensuring players have a distinct and tailored experience based on their chosen background. Whether you embrace the nomadic lifestyle, navigate the streets with street-smarts, or immerse yourself in the cutthroat corporate world, “Cyberpunk 2077 2.0” delivers a captivating narrative that resonates with your character’s origins.

 

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