Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.01, released on October 5, 2023, primarily focused on stabilizing the massive changes introduced in the Update 2.0 overhaul and the Phantom Liberty expansion. Key Features and Fixes in Patch 2.01
: Addressed a critical issue on PlayStation where save files could become corrupted due to size limits. UI & Audio
"Did you hear?" a ripperdoc muttered while recalibrating a set of Mantis Blades. "They fixed the elevator in Arasaka Tower
- Improved mini-map and navigation
- Enhanced NPC interactions and dialogue
- Increased police and NPC reactivity
- More varied and detailed environments
When CD Projekt Red dropped the Phantom Liberty expansion alongside the massive Patch 2.0, it fundamentally rewired the DNA of Cyberpunk 2077. However, for gamers using the Elamigos repack (a popular scene release for offline/pirated copies), keeping the game up-to-date requires a specific set of steps.
Update 2.00 introduced several gameplay changes and additions. The update revamped the game's skill tree system, making it more intuitive and player-friendly. Additionally, the update added a new "Perks" system, which allows players to customize their characters with unique abilities and enhancements. The game's UI and UX were also overhauled, providing a more streamlined and accessible interface.
Cyberware Capacity: Armor is no longer tied to your clothes but to your chrome. A new "Capacity" meter limits how much gear your body can handle, making your ripperdoc visits more strategic.
Example: The navmesh change added a “staleness” threshold so NPCs reuse previously computed routes for brief intervals, dramatically cutting pathfinding CPU spikes during hovercar chases.
