
I know Cyberpunk 2077 didn’t really fly out the gate with the best of reviews, but CD PROJEKT RED has been doing its best to try and fix all the issues the game has had since its launch. With the new Patch 1.5, they’ve dubbed this the Next-Generation Update which takes advantage of the additional power of the newest generation of console hardware, allowing for ray tracing features and 4K with dynamic scaling on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, faster loading times, and a variety of other visual and technical improvements. On PlayStation 5, the game will additionally utilize the DualSense controller’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback functionalities. Check out the update trailer here.
The new update also comes equipped with a host of changes and improvements across all versions of Cyberpunk 2077. These range from further performance and stability optimizations, to tweaks to gameplay and economy, the open world of the game, map usage, along with new interactions for relationships and an overhauled Fixer system. Furthermore, new pieces of free additional content have also been introduced, including rentable apartments, new gear, character customization options, and more. Details regarding the new content are available here. View list of changes for Patch 1.5
This update is a free upgrade for those current owners of the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions, as well as a standalone digital purchase.