Cyberpunk 2077 free update manages to enhance the game’s graphics even more

The world is currently enraptured withGrand Theft Auto VIand rightly so. The first trailer looks truly phenomenal. That being said, believe it or not, there are other updates to take note of in the games industry this week.

One such delightful tidbit of news is thatCD Projekt REDhas droppedCyberpunk 2077’s Update 2.1bringing some exciting new additionsto the game. We were led to believe that Update 2.0, which dropped around the same time as thePhantom Libertyexpansion, wasCyberpunk 2077’s last major update but it seems as if CDPR devs just couldn’t stop themselves from adding a few extra features. The update is free and available to download now so do make sure that your copy of the game is up to date. If you’re sitting there thinking thatCyberpunk 2077couldn’t possibly get any more delicious to look at, this update may have proved you wrong.

Take a look atCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Libertyin action below.

Update 2.1 introduces several new graphical updates, making the game look better than it ever has before. For all players, you should notice overhauled lighting around Night City plus improved visuals of Kiroshi scanner highlights. It’s PC players who will see the biggest difference though. Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode has undergone several ‘quality’ improvements, plus ReSTIR GI has been introduced, improving path-traced lighting further.

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There are many other updates and improvements beyond the game’s visuals. A metro system has been added, providing you with an immersive way to travel around the city, plus there are new romance scenes for V at their apartment. You’re also now equipped with a portable radio, car races are replayable, and sightseeing binoculars have been added around the city.

Topics:Cyberpunk 2077,CD Projekt Red