Cyberpunk 20772.3 is shaping up to be a quieter update. With thePhantom Libertyexpansion and 2.0 overhaul behind it, the game is in the twilight years of its post-launch support. Patch 2.3, originally scheduled for June 26 before a short delay, appears to be focused on fine-tuning what’s already there. Rumors suggest players can expect small improvements, bug fixes, and perhaps a few new gigs or weapons, but not a major narrative addition.
This lower-key rollout likely means one iconic presence will remain absent from anything new: Johnny Silverhand. WhileCyberpunk 20772.2 added some immersive details, like new passenger seat scenes featuring Johnny during car rides, it also reinforced how little else might be left to say with him. As the game edges toward its final version, players may need to accept that Silverhand’s part is largely complete.
Johnny Silverhand’s Role In Cyberpunk 2077 Ends
Johnny Silverhand’s arc inCyberpunk 2077was always meant to be jagged, disjointed, and ultimately finite. His ghost-like existence in V’s head gave the game its most emotionally unstable and narratively electric moments, from his begrudging companionship to his pointed philosophical rants. But his impact lies in his unpredictability and restraint, and adding more now risks dulling his edge.
Patch 2.2 ofCyberpunkalready pushed the limitsof what could be done without dragging Johnny too far out of his place. The added in-car banter felt like a gift, a bonus for completionists and fans of Keanu Reeves' performance. But those additions were likely built from pre-recorded dialogue. It’s unlikely that Reeves returned to record new content for such a minor update, especially as CD Projekt Red shifts focus toProject Orion.
Keanu Reeves' original recording sessions forCyberpunk 2077reportedly involved hundreds of hours of voice work, covering both branching story paths and dynamic ambient scenes. This exhaustive recording process helped make Johnny Silverhand one of the most present-feeling NPCs in gaming, despite being dead.
Cyberpunk 2077 2.3 Likely Emphasizes Systems
Without new Johnny content,Cyberpunk 20772.3 will likely pivot back toward the game’s systems. CD Projekt Red has hinted at upcoming improvements, but not expansions. New gigs, vehicles, or small quality-of-life fixes seem more probable than any narrative chapter. The NCart system, often overlooked in discussions, is one area that could use attention. While the fast travel network is functional, it never reached its implied potential for emergent events or worldbuilding. A full NCart overhaul may be unlikely now, but it’s something some fans continue to speculate about for the sequel.
AnotherCyberpunk 2077community wishlist feature is New Game Plus. Players who maxed out builds or romanced characters like Panam or Judy have asked for ways to replay with consequences intact. As of now, it seems unlikely asCD Projekt Red has already spoken on whyCyberpunkdoesn’t have New Game Plus.
One formerVirtuos writer revealed they worked on side quests related toCyberpunk 2077, sparking theories about potential unannounced content. However, Virtuos also assists with long-term projects, so those quests could be tied toProject Orionrather than this final patch.
Johnny’s Legacy in Cyberpunk 2077 Remains Intact
The absence ofJohnny Silverhandin Patch 2.3 isn’t a failure. It’s a sign of the game knowing when to end a story. Johnny is central to what madeCyberpunk 2077unique. His ideology, bitterness, and moments of warmth made him more than just a memory in V’s mind. Whether players chose to let him take over the body, say goodbye, or end things on their own terms, those endings arguably all gave Johnny a full stop.
By not forcing him into additional updates, CD Projekt Red preserves the weight of his story. It’s a move that would respect the emotional conclusion ofCyberpunk 2077, especially for those who sided with him or gave him one final glimpse at the world he once fought to change.
