Iconic weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 are special items found in unique locations throughout Night City, obtained through specific quests, vendor purchases, or by defeating particular characters. These weapons possess unique perks and attributes not found on standard weaponry, making them highly sought after for their distinct advantages in combat.
Iconic Weapons Overview
Iconic weapons are distinguished by their unique attributes and often come with special effects that enhance gameplay. Unlike many standard weapons, they typically lack mod slots in their base form, though new iconic weapons introduced in the Phantom Liberty expansion, marked with an “x-MOD2” suffix, feature two guaranteed mod slots and improved handling. These weapons can be upgraded in the crafting menu using components and resources, allowing players to improve their stats and potentially add two random effects. It’s crucial to obtain most iconic weapons under specific conditions, as missing the opportunity often means they become permanently inaccessible in that playthrough.
The rarity and type of iconic weapons vary significantly. Some are power pistols like Kongou, offering reduced recoil and increased fire rate, while others are katanas such as Satori, which sacrifices base damage for a substantial 500% increase in Crit Damage. The specific attributes of each iconic weapon are what set them apart, providing diverse tactical options for players.
Main Job Iconic Weapons
Many iconic weapons are acquired directly during the progression of the main story quests. These are often tied to significant plot points or key character encounters, making them difficult to miss if you are thorough in your exploration and interactions during missions.
Here is a list of iconic weapons obtainable during Main Jobs:
| Name | Rarity | Type | Job | Attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kongou | Rare | Power Pistol | The Heist | Ricochet technology without cyberware, reduced recoil, increased fire rate, small magazine. |
| Lizzie | Rare | Tech Pistol | Automatic Love | Fires extra round per shot, increased rounds per shot when fully charged, +5% damage-related status effect chance. |
| Chaos | Rare | Tech Pistol | The Pickup | Crit chance, damage type, and status-effect application randomized after each reload. |
| Satori | Rare | Katana | The Heist | Reduces base damage, +500% Crit Damage. |
| Cocktail Stick | Rare | Katana | Automatic Love | ”Looks like a toy, cuts like a laser.” |
| Cottonmouth | Rare | One-Handed Club | The Space In Between | Electrical and Chemical damage, small chance to apply Poison and/or Shock. |
| Widow Maker | Rare | Tech Precision Rifle | Ghost Town | Fires two projectiles per shot, Chemical damage, increased Poison chance, charged shots deal more damage. |
| Jinchu-Maru | Epic | Katana | Play It Safe | 100% Crit Chance while Kerenzikov is active, last combo strike deals double damage, doubles damage against enemies with twice your current Health. |
| Prototype: Shingen Mark V | Legendary | Smart SMG | Gimme Danger | Fires explosive rounds, automated targeting for up to 3 targets, hitting a target reduces damage received from them by 20% for 10 seconds. |
| Prejudice | Legendary | Power Assault Rifle | For Whom The Bell Tolls | Fires piercing projectiles. |
These weapons are generally acquired by looting specific enemies, finding them in critical mission areas, or being given them as part of the quest’s resolution. For instance, Kongou is found during “The Heist,” and Satori is also obtained during the same mission. The Widow Maker is Nash’s rifle, acquired after defeating him in “Ghost Town.”
Side Job and Loot Iconic Weapons
Beyond the main storyline, many iconic weapons are available through side jobs, as loot drops from specific high-value targets, or simply found scattered in various locations across Night City. These often require players to engage in optional content or explore thoroughly.
Iconic weapons from Side Jobs include:
- Dying Night: A Power Pistol.
- Sir John Phallustiff: A One-Handed Club.
- Skippy: A Smart Pistol.
- Overwatch: A Power Sniper Rifle.
- Malorian Arms 3516: A Power Pistol.
- Gold-Plated Baseball Bat: A Two-Handed Club.
- Archangel: A Power Revolver.
- Tinker Bell: A One-Handed Club.
- Divided We Stand: A Smart Assault Rifle.
- Crash: A Power Revolver.
- Tsumetogi: A Katana.
- Scalpel: A Katana.
- Fenrir: A Power SMG.
- Stinger: A Knife.
- Apparition: A Tech Pistol.
- La Chingona Dorada: Power Pistols.
- O’Five: A Power Sniper Rifle.
Some iconic weapons are not tied to specific quests but are instead loot drops from particular enemies. An example is the Buzzsaw, a Power SMG, which is obtained this way. Other iconic weapons, such as Plan B (a Power Pistol) and Mox (a Power Shotgun), can be found in the open world, sometimes left behind from past missions or interactions. For instance, Plan B is a Power Pistol with unique attributes, and Mox is a Power Shotgun.
Phantom Liberty Iconic Weapons
The Phantom Liberty expansion introduces a new array of iconic weapons, obtainable through main missions within Dogtown, purchases from vendors, side jobs, airdrops, increased criminal activity locations, and gigs. These weapons often feature the “x-MOD2” suffix, indicating guaranteed mod slots and enhanced handling.
Here are some iconic weapons from the Phantom Liberty expansion:
| Name | Rarity | Type | Acquisition | Attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Order | Rare | Tech Shotgun | Herold Lowe (Vendor) | Charging above 66% vaporizes enemies, leaving an EMP trail. |
| Carmen | Epic | Power Assault Rifle | Herold Lowe (Vendor) | Shots to limbs have increased Crit Chance, improved handling while running/jumping/sliding, increased damage and Bleeding. |
| Hawk | Rare | Power Assault Rifle | Lucretia My Reflection | Headshots temporarily weaken and mark enemies (slower, no abilities, less damage, prone to losing balance). |
| Ol’ Reliable | Epic | Power Revolver | Shot By Both Sides | Swapping to weapon greatly increases headshot damage and effective range, greater headshot Crit Chance the farther the target. |
| Dezerter | Rare | Power |
This list is not exhaustive but highlights some of the unique offerings within the Phantom Liberty content. Many of these weapons, like Order and Carmen, can be purchased from specific vendors such as Herold Lowe. Others, like Hawk, are acquired during main missions within the expansion, such as “Lucretia My Reflection.” The acquisition methods for Phantom Liberty iconic weapons are more varied, encouraging exploration of Dogtown’s new activities.
FAQ
Can iconic weapons be upgraded? Yes, iconic weapons can be upgraded through the Crafting Menu under the “Upgrades” section, provided you have the necessary components and resources.
Do all iconic weapons have mod slots? Not all base game iconic weapons have mod slots. However, new iconic weapons introduced with the Phantom Liberty expansion, particularly those with the “x-MOD2” suffix, are guaranteed to have two mod slots.
What happens if I miss an iconic weapon during a mission? Most iconic weapons are only obtainable once under specific conditions. If you miss them during the given opportunity, you generally won’t be able to acquire them in that playthrough without starting a new game.
Are Phantom Liberty iconic weapons different from base game ones? Yes, Phantom Liberty iconic weapons often come with the “x-MOD2” suffix, indicating they have two guaranteed mod slots and enhanced handling, making them more versatile than their base game counterparts.
Where can I find the Kongou? The Kongou is a Rare Power Pistol found during the Main Job “The Heist.”