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PC GamerCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty review
Published 9/20/2023
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Series X|S / PC / PS5 / Mac - 9/26/2023
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
Phantom Liberty is a spy-thriller expansion for the open-world action RPG Cyberpunk 2077. The narrative centers on the aftermath of the President of the New United States of America's orbital shuttle being shot down over Dogtown, one of Night City’s most dangerous districts. Players control V, a mercenary tasked with navigating a complex web of espionage and political intrigue. The expansion introduces Dogtown, a heavily militarized, autonomous zone ruled by a strict and authoritarian leader. With support from NUSA sleeper agent Solomon Reed (voiced by Idris Elba) and returning character Johnny Silverhand (voiced by Keanu Reeves), players engage in a story involving shifting alliances and covert operations. Designed for next-generation hardware, Phantom Liberty features new gameplay mechanics, side activities, and a main storyline centered on themes of power, trust, and survival.
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- CD Projekt RED
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- CD Projekt RED
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The critic average is 89 across 67 scored reviews, with a 65-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Will Nelson
PCGamesNCyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty review – a fitting Night City send-off
Published 9/20/2023
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Read originalLeo Gillick
PC InvasionCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty – dark and gritty, but perhaps not as intended
Published 9/20/2023
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35
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Read originalPJ O'Reilly
Pure XboxCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Review (Xbox Series X|S)
Published 9/20/2023
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Read originalRobert Ramsey
Push SquareReview: Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty (PS5) - Excellent Expansion Is Cyberpunk's Blood and Wine
Published 9/20/2023
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Read originalAlex Donaldson
RPG SiteCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Review | RPG Site
Published 9/20/2023
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100
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Read originalAndrew King
TheGamerCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Review
Published 9/20/2023
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80
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Read originalTony Polanco
Tom's GuideCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty review — The redemption arc is complete | Tom's GuideTom's Guide
Published 9/20/2023
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Read originalIan Stokes
TrueAchievementsCyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty review: All thriller, some filler
Published 9/20/2023
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Read originalREVIEW: CYBERPUNK 2077: PHANTOM LIBERTY IS A TRANSFORMATIVE OVERHAUL
Published 9/20/2023
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