Cyberpunk 2077 Best Endings Guide

Navigate Night City's complex choices with this comprehensive guide to unlocking all endings in Cyberpunk 2077, including secret paths and their unique rewards.

By Cyberpunk 2077 Guide Team · Updated July 4, 2026 · guide
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Overview of Endings

Cyberpunk 2077 offers a variety of conclusions to V’s story, with five main endings available in the base game: four standard paths and one secret ending. The Phantom Liberty expansion introduces an additional secret ending, bringing the total to six distinct possibilities, with some variations within them. These endings are significantly different from one another, determined by V’s major choices and completed side jobs throughout the game.

The path V takes to reach an ending culminates at a “Point of No Return” mission called “Nocturne Op55N1.” This mission involves meeting Hanako Arasaka at Embers. Players receive a warning before starting this mission, indicating that progress beyond this point is irreversible. It is highly recommended to save the game before initiating “Nocturne Op55N1.” After completing the game, a special save file is created at this point, allowing players to reload and explore other ending paths, along with receiving bonus inventory items.

Life Paths chosen at the start of the game (Corpo, Nomad, or Streetkid) do not directly influence the overall ending V receives, though they may alter early game experiences.

Unlocking Each Ending

Each ending path in Cyberpunk 2077 branches from the rooftop of Misty’s Esoterica after the “Nocturne Op55N1” mission. The available options are often dependent on specific side jobs completed prior to this point.

Here’s how to access the main endings:

  • Hanako’s Path (Trust Arasaka): This is the most straightforward ending to unlock, requiring no specific side content. Simply follow the “Nocturne Op55N1” main job to meet Hanako at Embers and choose to trust her during the conversation. This path involves V aiding Hanako in her corporate struggle, potentially leading to V’s consciousness being digitized by Arasaka.
  • Ask for Rogue’s Help: To unlock this option, players must complete Johnny Silverhand’s side jobs, specifically “Tapeworm,” “Chippin’ In,” and “Blistering Love.” Once these are done, V can choose to ask Rogue for assistance in raiding Arasaka Tower.
  • Ask Panam for Help: This ending requires the completion of Panam Palmer’s entire questline, including side jobs like “Riders on the Storm,” “With a Little Help from My Friends,” and “Queen of the Highway.” After these are finished, V can call upon the Aldecaldos for support.
  • Path of Least Resistance (Suicide Ending): This tragic ending can be chosen by V on the rooftop of Misty’s Esoterica. When given the choice, V can decide to give up and end things, leading to a conversation with Johnny where he objects but ultimately understands V’s decision. This results in V taking their own life.
  • Secret Ending - Don’t Fear the Reaper: This challenging secret ending is unlocked by making specific dialogue choices with Johnny Silverhand during the “Chippin’ In” side job. During the conversation at Johnny’s grave, choose “The guy who saved my life,” then “Nah, you fucked that up too,” “What do you want from me?”, “OK. But as second chances go, this is your last,” “You’re a real dick, you know that?”, “And you chose wrong,” “A second chance at what?”, “Fine. Just don’t ever think that’s enough,” and “You were right, Johnny. You were right about everything.” Later, on the rooftop with Misty, wait approximately 5 minutes without selecting an option. Johnny will then propose a high-risk solo assault on Arasaka Tower.
  • Phantom Liberty Secret Ending - The Tower: This ending is exclusive to the Phantom Liberty expansion. Specific details for unlocking this ending are part of the expansion’s narrative.

Epilogues and Rewards

Each ending leads to a unique epilogue, reflecting the consequences of V’s final choices. Some endings also provide specific in-game rewards.

The main epilogue possibilities are:

  • Where Is My Mind: This epilogue is typically associated with Hanako’s path.
    • Rewards: Johnny’s Tank Top, Johnny’s Aviators.
  • All Along The Watchtower: Often linked to paths involving Rogue or the Aldecaldos.
    • Rewards: Aldecaldos Rally Bolero Jacket.
  • New Dawn Fades: Another epilogue that can occur depending on V’s final decisions.
    • Rewards: Aldecaldos Rally Bolero Jacket, Liberty PRIDE.
  • Path of Glory: This epilogue is generally seen after certain successful paths.
  • Path of Least Resistance: This epilogue follows V’s decision to commit suicide.

The Phantom Liberty expansion introduces “The Tower” epilogue, specific to its secret ending.

Key Choices and Consequences

Beyond the major path selection, certain choices have minor but impactful consequences on the epilogue.

  • Calling Your Romantic Partner: After Misty leaves V to make a decision on the rooftop, Johnny suggests calling someone to say goodbye. If V has a romantic partner, calling them allows for a final conversation. This choice can lead to the romantic partner appearing in the epilogue, depending on the chosen ending. Choosing not to call, or not having a partner, means V will be alone in the epilogue.
  • Arasaka’s Offer (Hanako’s Path): If V chooses Hanako’s path, a crucial decision arises later regarding signing a contract with Arasaka.
    • Sign Contract: V signs away their rights to Arasaka for digitization. This typically leads to V becoming a “lab rat” in a space station, with their consciousness eventually digitized into a digital purgatory. This is often considered one of the worst outcomes.
    • Refuse to Sign: V refuses the contract and is sent back to Earth, often with severe brain damage and limited time left.

The impact of these choices highlights the game’s emphasis on player agency and the varied fates that await V in Night City.

FAQ

How many endings are there in Cyberpunk 2077? There are five endings in the base game (four standard and one secret), and an additional secret ending introduced with the Phantom Liberty expansion, making a total of six distinct endings.

Does my Life Path affect the ending? No, your chosen Life Path (Corpo, Nomad, or Streetkid) does not change the overall ending V receives, though it can influence early game experiences.

What is the “Point of No Return” mission? The “Point of No Return” is the mission “Nocturne Op55N1,” where V meets Hanako Arasaka at Embers. You will receive a warning before starting it.

Can I play other endings after beating the game? Yes, after completing the game, a special save file is created at the “Point of No Return,” allowing you to reload and explore different ending paths.

What is the “best” ending in Cyberpunk 2077? The “best” ending is subjective and depends on player preference. Some consider “The Star” epilogue (often associated with Panam’s path) to be the most satisfying due to its romantic send-off, while others might prefer endings that focus on Johnny’s story.