Scores
- Graphic 6/10
- Sound 5/10
- Music 3/10
- Story 9/10
- Gameplay 5/10
- Overall score 6.3/10
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action RPG developed by CD Projekt Red. Set in the futuristic Night City, it follows the mercenary V through a story built around powerful corporations, difficult choices, and questions about identity and survival. While the game has improved significantly since its troubled launch, my experience was still mixed. The story is outstanding and easily the strongest part of the game. The graphics remain respectable despite showing their age in some areas. Sound design is solid but unremarkable, while the soundtrack failed to immerse me. Gameplay offers enjoyable moments, yet persistent bugs continue to hold the experience back.
Key takeaways
- The story is the game’s greatest strength.
- Moral choices give the narrative real impact.
- Graphics still look good despite some outdated effects.
- Sound effects are solid but not memorable.
- The soundtrack lacks variety and immersion.
- Bugs are still noticeable during gameplay.
- Gameplay is enjoyable but inconsistent.
Graphic
Cyberpunk 2077 still delivers a visually impressive world considering it was originally released in 2020. Night City remains one of the most detailed urban environments in the genre, with dense streets, towering buildings, and strong environmental design.
Even so, the visuals are not consistently modern. Some effects clearly show the game’s age and look outdated compared to newer productions. This is especially noticeable during certain lighting effects and visual details that no longer stand out.
Character models, animations, and the overall art direction are still good enough to create an attractive world. However, the technical presentation no longer feels cutting-edge. The result is a game that looks decent overall but cannot fully compete with the latest releases.
Sound
The sound design does its job well throughout the adventure. Weapons, vehicles, and environmental sounds fit the futuristic setting and help make Night City feel alive.
The problem is that nothing truly stands out. The sound effects are well produced but rarely leave a lasting impression. They are comparable to many other modern games rather than offering a unique audio identity.
Voice acting supports the story well, but the overall sound design never became one of the reasons I enjoyed the game.
Music
The soundtrack is the weakest part of the experience.
Driving through Night City should be one of the highlights of the game, yet the radio stations rarely feel distinct from one another. Most of them focus on similar electronic and techno music, which makes switching stations less meaningful.
I also missed the variety found in games like Grand Theft Auto. There are no entertaining radio shows or humorous advertisements that make the stations feel like real broadcasts. Because of that, I found it difficult to become fully immersed while driving through the city.
Story
The story is easily the best part of Cyberpunk 2077.
From the beginning, the narrative gives the player a clear purpose while placing powerful corporations, especially Arasaka, at the centre of the conflict. The game presents meaningful moral choices that make many situations feel important rather than simply good or bad.
What impressed me most is how the story raises questions about humanity, identity, and the value of life. Instead of relying only on action, it encourages the player to think about the consequences of technology and personal decisions.
Strong writing, memorable characters, and emotional moments keep the campaign engaging from beginning to end. Even after finishing the game, many of its themes stay with you.
Gameplay
Gameplay is enjoyable but never reaches the same level as the story.
The game combines first-person shooting, exploration, role-playing systems, character progression, and open-world activities into a package that offers plenty to do. Night City is large and encourages exploration, while quests often provide different approaches and dialogue choices.
However, technical issues continue to affect the experience. Cyberpunk 2077 became famous for its buggy launch, and although many problems have been fixed over the years, I still encountered noticeable glitches. During my playthrough, objects from the environment such as street signs occasionally became attached to my car. Moments like these break immersion and remind you that the game is still not completely polished.
The controls are responsive enough, and progression gives players the freedom to develop their character in different ways. Combat is entertaining, and exploring Night City can be rewarding thanks to the detailed world.
Unfortunately, the remaining bugs prevent the gameplay from reaching its full potential. The core mechanics are solid, but technical issues continue to interrupt the experience often enough to become frustrating.
Review
Cyberpunk 2077 earns an overall weighted score of 6.3 out of 10.
Its greatest strength is the outstanding story, which delivers memorable characters, meaningful choices, and thought-provoking themes. The graphics remain respectable despite showing their age, while the sound design is competent without being exceptional. The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to create the immersion I expected. Gameplay is enjoyable, but persistent bugs still damage the overall experience.
I recommend Cyberpunk 2077 primarily to players who value strong storytelling. If you can overlook occasional technical problems, the narrative alone makes the journey worth experiencing.