Cyberpunk 2077 Update Adds New Modes, But No Switch 2 Release Yet
▼ Summary
– Cyberpunk 2077’s 2.3 update launches on July 17, introducing three new cars and the first customizable motorcycle, unlockable via quests.
– A new AutoDrive feature allows vehicles to navigate independently, stopping at red lights and during attacks, with combat frequency reduced for smoother use.
– The Delamain AI taxi can be hired for AutoDrive, and a cinematic camera enables picturesque free-roam driving, compatible with Photo Mode.
– Photo Mode adds time-of-day and weather adjustments, 27 new NPCs, and character poses/outfits, with a fan contest announced to celebrate.
– Update 2.3 includes AMD FSR 3.1 support for PC, future FSR 4 compatibility, HDR10+ Gaming, and VRR for consoles, plus a Mac version launching July 17.
Cyberpunk 2077’s latest update brings exciting new features, including enhanced vehicle customization and autonomous driving, though fans hoping for a Switch 2 release will have to wait. The 2.3 patch, arriving on July 17, introduces three fresh cars and the game’s first customizable motorcycle, all unlockable through intuitive quests that won’t disrupt completionist runs.
One of the standout additions is AutoDrive, a feature allowing vehicles to navigate Night City independently once a destination is set. Inspired by in-game lore, this software update applies to all cars, though attacks will disable it temporarily. Vehicles now also adhere to traffic rules, stopping at red lights, a small but immersive touch. Combat frequency has been adjusted to ensure smoother rides, making exploration more seamless.
For those who prefer a hands-off approach, the Delamain AI taxi service can be hired for AutoDrive, complementing the new free-roam wandering mode. A cinematic camera, reminiscent of Grand Theft Auto, lets players soak in Night City’s neon-drenched vistas, with Photo Mode integration enabling stunning snapshots on the move.
Photo Mode itself gets a significant upgrade, with dynamic time-of-day and weather adjustments, plus 27 new NPCs and additional poses for main characters. To showcase these improvements, CD Projekt Red plans a fan contest, encouraging players to capture Night City’s essence creatively.
PC players gain AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 3.1 support, boosting performance, with FSR 4 slated for a future driver update. Console users aren’t left out, as Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support is en route. The update also marks the long-awaited launch of the Mac version, arriving simultaneously on July 17. While rumors swirl about a potential Switch 2 port, CD Projekt Red remains silent on the matter for now.
With these refinements, Cyberpunk 2077 continues its redemption arc, offering both quality-of-life improvements and deeper immersion for returning players and newcomers alike.
(Source: polygon)
