Cyberpunk 2077 is an developed by and published by . The story takes place in Night City, an set in the universe. Players assume the perspective of a customisable mercenary known as V, who can acquire skills in and machinery with options for melee and ranged combat. The story follows V's struggle as he deals with a mysterious cybernetic implant that threatens to overwrite his body with the personality and memories of a deceased celebrity only perceived by V; the two must work together if there is any hope to separate the two and save V's life.
The game was developed using the by a team of around 500 people, exceeding the number that worked on the studio's previous game (2015). CD Projekt launched a new division in , Poland, and partnered with Digital Scapes, , QLOC, and Jali Research to aid the production. Cyberpunk creator was a consultant, and actor has a starring role. The original score was led by , featuring the contributions of several licensed artists.Cyberpunk 2077 is an played in a perspective as V, a mercenary whose voice, face, hairstyles, body type and , background, and clothing are customisable. Stat categories—Body, Intelligence, Reflexes, Technical, and Cool—are influenced by the character classes that players assume, which are NetRunner (), Techie (machinery), and Solo (combat). V must consult a "ripperdoc" to upgrade and purchase implants; offer military-grade abilities. The rarity of any given equipment is shown by a coloured tier system. V can take cover, aim, run, jump, double jump, and slide. Melee strikes can be dealt with close-combat weapons. There are three types of ranged weapons, all of which can be customised and modified—Power (standard), Tech (which penetrate walls and enemies), and Smart (with homing bullets). Ranged weapons are equipped to ricochet bullets in a target's direction and slow them down in . Four types of damage can be inflicted and resisted—Physical, Thermal, , and Chemical. Weapon use increases accuracy and reloading speed, which are manifested in character animations. Gunsmiths repair and upgrade weapons. The game can be completed without killing anyone, with non-lethal options for weapons and cyberware.
