In the sprawling world of Cyberpunk 2077, making the right choice when it comes to weaponry can be a daunting task. The game offers an array of options, ranging from sniper rifles and shotguns to handguns and melee weapons such as katanas and knives. It's an embarrassment of riches, and in this gaming guide, we'll help you navigate this extensive armory and identify the cream of the crop for your in-game exploits.
Unique Weapons - The Cream of the Crop
Cyberpunk 2077 boasts a collection of weapons known as iconic weapons. These remarkable armaments are truly one-of-a-kind and can substantially elevate your gameplay. We won't merely enumerate them; we'll also divulge their specific locations. However, it's important to note that cyberware like Mantis Blades and Gorilla Arms won't be featured here, as they fall into a different category.
Understanding Cyberpunk 2077 Guns
To make informed choices for your character build, it's essential to comprehend the three primary types of guns in Cyberpunk 2077: Power, Tech, and Smart. Let's delve into what sets these categories apart and how they can complement your gaming experience.
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Power Weapons: These constitute your standard firearms but come with a unique twist. Bullets have the capability to ricochet off surfaces, offering you strategic advantages. If you happen to possess the Ballistics Coprocessor cyberware, you can even control the trajectories of these ricochets.
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Tech Weapons: While similar to conventional firearms, these guns have the added feature of charged shots, delivering considerably more impactful bullets. These charged rounds can penetrate walls, making it possible to hit enemies in cover.
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Smart Weapons: Designed for characters with a focus on cyberware, Smart weapons are game-changers. They fire homing bullets that automatically lock onto targets, provided you have the Smart Link cyberware mod installed on your hands.
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Top Cyberpunk 2077 Weapons
Now, let's dive into the crème de la crème of Cyberpunk 2077 weapons. We'll provide not only a brief overview of each weapon's type and class but also where you can acquire these prized possessions.
Dying Night
Obtainable from Robert Wilson's gun shop, located in Megabuilding H10, which coincidentally is the same place where V's apartment is situated at the beginning of the game.
- Type: Power
- Class: Pistol
- Notable Features: Dying Night is a handgun renowned for its +125% headshot damage and +25% armor penetration attributes. While its raw damage may not be exceptionally high, its accuracy and reliability make it an excellent choice, especially in the early stages of the game.
Divided We Stand
Discovered during the Phantom Liberty expansion, specifically during the mission "Firestarter," where V and Alex embark on a mission to rescue Songbird.
- Type: Smart
- Class: One-handed Club
- Notable Features: This one-handed club is impressive due to its 50% armor penetration. However, what truly sets it apart is its +20% chance to inflict bleeding, stunning, and shocking effects with each strike. Moreover, if you target an enemy who is already incapacitated, your attack speed increases, and your strong attacks deal even more damage.
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Overwatch
Awarded upon completion of the "Riders on the Storm" side mission, with Panam gifting it to you as a reward. This is part of the base game.
- Type: Power
- Class: Sniper Rifle
- Notable Features: Despite its slow rate of fire as a bolt-action sniper rifle, Overwatch shines with a remarkable +300% headshot damage bonus. It's capable of taking down standard enemies with a single shot and boss-level foes with just two or three shots. Furthermore, it boasts +50% armor penetration and comes equipped with a silencer, allowing you to eliminate distant enemies silently.
Malorian Arms 3516
Acquired during the "Chippin' In" quest from Greyson. You must upgrade to this after rocking Dying Night for a bit, as it deals much more headshot damage (+150% over the Dying Night).
- Type: Power
- Class: Pistol
- Notable Features: The Malorian Arms 3516 is a simple yet highly reliable weapon. It shares the +25% armor penetration attribute with Dying Night but excels with a +150% headshot damage bonus, delivering significant impact.
Murphy's Law
Found in the Phantom Liberty expansion during the mission "Firestarter," where V and Alex attempt to rescue Songbird.
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- Type: Melee
- Class: One-handed Club
- Notable Features: Murphy's Law stands out with an impressive 50% armor penetration for a blunt weapon. What makes it truly remarkable is its +20% chance to cause bleeding, stunning, and shocking effects with each strike. Additionally, if you strike an enemy who is already knocked down, your attack speed increases, and your strong attacks deal even more damage.
Lizzie, Tech Pistol
Acquired during the Phantom Liberty expansion, provided by Alex around the midway point of the main story.
- Type: Tech
- Class: Pistol
- Notable Features: Lizzie, Tech Pistol comes equipped with a silencer and offers +150% headshot damage, +10% crit damage, and a +5% crit chance. Its true potential shines when combined with Optical Camo, granting perfect accuracy, increased damage, and guaranteed headshot crits when the camo is active.
O'Five
Acquired during the "Beat on the Brat: Arroyo" side quest in the main game by defeating Buck.
- Type: Power
- Class: Sniper Rifle
- Notable Features: While the O'Five sniper rifle is heavy and limits your mobility, it compensates with +50% armor penetration, crit damage, and a 40% chance to burn your target with explosive bullets. The more enemies you have burning simultaneously, the faster your reload speed and the higher your crit chance.
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Hawk
Found in your Dogtown hideout in the Phantom Liberty expansion.
- Type: Power
- Class: Assault Rifle
- Notable Features: The Hawk stands out with its +175% headshot damage and +25% armor penetration. Headshots temporarily weaken and mark enemies, making it a formidable choice. Furthermore, it offers customization options with an empty scope and muzzle slot, providing versatility missing in many iconic weapons.
Order Shotgun
Found at the stall of the Black Market Vendor within Dogtown's EBM Petrochem Stadium.
- Type: Tech
- Class: Double-Barrel Shotgun
- Notable Features: The Order shotgun combines cutting-edge technology with raw firepower. With +50% headshot damage and +100% armor penetration, it's a force to be reckoned with. Its unique feature lies in its charging mechanism, requiring 3 seconds to prepare for a devastating shot. Upon reaching a charge level exceeding 66%, the weapon releases its full potential, decimating all foes in its path while leaving behind a trail of electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) that disrupt enemy electronics.
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Errata Thermal Katana
Acquireable from the Black Market Vendor or within the Electric Company premises. This weapon commands a price of 110,638 credits. However, there's also a chance to acquire the Errata Thermal Katana without parting with your hard-earned credits.
- Type: Power
- Class: Katana
- Description: The Errata Thermal Katana is an iconic variant of the Thermal Katana, known for its ability to inflict the burning status effect upon its targets. It boasts a +25% armor penetration attribute, increasing its effectiveness against armored foes. Additionally, it carries a +30% chance to ignite adversaries upon striking them. This iconic weapon enables a unique combat maneuver, allowing you to gracefully leap towards your enemies with precision. When engaging burning targets, the Errata Thermal Katana guarantees critical damage, making it a formidable choice for close combat enthusiasts looking to scorch their adversaries.
With these exceptional weapons at your disposal, you're well-equipped for your Cyberpunk 2077 adventures. Happy gaming!
