Cyberpunk 2077 launched in December 2020 in such a rough state that it was pulled from the PlayStation Store. Years of patches and the Phantom Liberty expansion later, it’s a very different game, and that turnaround is one of the strangest stories in gaming.

You play V in Night City, taking jobs, hacking, shooting and talking your way through a neon-soaked story. It’s easy to start, and you can build V in lots of different ways. The base game plus Phantom Liberty is around 100 hours, according to one guide.

What works is the story and the city. Night City feels dense and alive, the characters are strong, and builds change how you approach fights. It’s also a game where the main quest and side stories feel worth your time.

How it runs: It’s a demanding game on PC, but years of patches have improved it a lot, and players have shared mid-spec friendly mod collections. Check your hardware against current requirements before buying.

Downsides: some open-world systems, like driving and police, were never its strongest parts. It’s also long, and early impressions can still be shaped by the bad launch reputation.

But honestly, that’s not really the point.

The point is that the game people wanted in 2020 mostly exists now. CD Projekt Red is also working on a sequel, but you don’t need to wait for it.

Verdict: Yes, it’s worth playing if you like story-driven RPGs. Make sure your PC can handle it, and consider Phantom Liberty for the full package.