Cyberpunk Update 2.3 is revolutionary for Night City immersion and travel. The inclusion of new vehicles through interesting side-jobs provides players with fresh content, and tour-style exploring is made possible with AutoDrive and extra cinematic features. An updated Photo Mode encourages creativity, while improvements to VRR/FSR/XeSS modes promise crisper and more fluid images.
New Vehicles & Side‑Job Unlocks
Players can now unlock four new rides, each tied to bespoke side‑jobs or purchases:
- Yaiba ARV‑Q340 Semimaru – obtainable after completing “The Hunt” & “The Beast In Me.”
- Rayfield Caliburn “Mordred” – reward for a series of quests across multiple districts.
- Yaiba ASM‑R250 Muramasa – tied to another side‑job or available via AUTOFIXER.
- Chevillon Legatus 450 Aquila – purchasable through AUTOFIXER.
Introducing AutoDrive & Delamain Taxis
A headline feature in 2.3 is AutoDrive—the first hands‑free driving experience in Night City. Set a waypoint and hold the activation button (H on PC, Left Stick on consoles) to cruise autonomously. The vehicle stops for combat, heavy damage, or red lights, and AI police spawns have been tuned down for smoother transit.
You can also summon self-driving Delamain cabs after finishing the “Don’t Lose Your Mind” job, and enjoy rides via cinematic ride‑along cameras.
Enhanced Photo Mode & Cinematics
Update 2.3 gives Photo Mode a major upgrade with:
- 27 spawnable NPCs (including iconic Night City figures)
- Multiple wardrobe/outfit options for both NPCs and V
- Time/weather manipulation (rain, fog, acid rain, sandstorm, sunny)
- New stickers, frames, adjustable depth‑of‑field, and color-balancing tools
- Enhanced “Look‑At” camera controls for refined character posing.
AutoDrive’s cinematic camera merges seamless driving with photogenic sweeps of urban vistas.
Tech Upgrades & Visual Enhancements
On PC:
- AMD FSR 3.1 frame‑generation, Intel XeSS 2.0, AMD FSR 4 support (pending drivers), and HDR10+ Gaming.
On PS5/Xbox Series X|S:
- Official VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support to reduce screen tearing in performance mode.
Mac users now also have access with this update—Cyberpunk is officially available for Apple Silicon Macs with 16 GB+ unified memory.
Quality‑of‑Life & Miscellaneous Fixes
The patch also delivers a range of subtle enhancements:
- Expanded CrystalCoat™ vehicle skin tech for motorcycles and more cars.
- Option to ask Johnny Silverhand to leave the passenger seat temporarily.
- Numerous bug fixes across UI, journal logs, audio, localization, and gameplay
- Controller aim inversion detection & toggles for aiming‑down‑sights, plus gameplay tutorial replay option.
Why Update 2.3 Matters
Update 2.3 represents a game‑changer for Night City travel and immersion. The addition of vehicles via engaging side‑jobs hooks players with fresh content, while AutoDrive and cinematic features allow for tour‑style exploration. Photo Mode’s reinvigoration fosters creativity, and VRR/FSR/XeSS enhancements promise smoother, sharper visuals.
With platforms like Mac and Switch 2 on the horizon, CD Projekt Red continues to elevate Cyberpunk 2077—affirming that this remains a living, evolving RPG even five years post-launch.
Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.3: Release Date & Platforms Details
CD Projekt Red has dropped Update 2.3 for Cyberpunk 2077 on July 17, 2025, available now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Apple Silicon Mac. Nintendo Switch 2 support is coming shortly afterward.
TL;DR
| Feature | What’s New |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 17, 2025 – PC, PS5, Xbox Series X |
| Vehicles | 4 new rides via side‑jobs or purchase |
| Driving | AutoDrive + Delamain cabs + cinematic camera |
| Photo Mode | NPCs, outfits, weather/time control, filters |
| Tech Enhancements | FSR 3.1, XeSS 2.0, HDR10+, VRR on consoles |
| QoL | CrystalCoat™, Johnny toggle, UI fixes, etc. |
Update 2.3 is a compelling update for both new and returning V—expanding immersion, gameplay, and creativity. If you’re looking to rediscover Night City or dive back in, there’s never been a better time.
