The Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty expansion features four distinct endings, all determined by critical dialogue choices made during two main jobs: “Firestarter” and “Killing Moon” (or “Somewhat Damaged,” depending on your initial choice). To unlock all endings, players must decide whether to help Songbird escape or assist Reed in capturing her during “Firestarter,” which then branches into subsequent missions where final choices are made.
Overview of Phantom Liberty Endings
Phantom Liberty offers four significant endings, each with unique consequences for V, Songbird, Reed, and Alex. These endings are named after Tarot cards: King of Wands, King of Swords, King of Cups, and King of Pentacles. The specific path taken to reach each ending is primarily dictated by a major decision during the “Firestarter” main job, which then leads to a second crucial choice in either “Killing Moon” or “Somewhat Damaged.” Understanding these branching points is key to experiencing all possible narrative conclusions.
| Ending Name | Primary Path | Key Decision |
|---|---|---|
| King of Wands | Help Songbird during “Firestarter” | Kill Reed in “Killing Moon” |
| King of Swords | Help Songbird during “Firestarter” | Hand Songbird over to Reed in “Killing Moon” |
| King of Cups | Help Reed during “Firestarter” | Kill Songbird in “Somewhat Damaged” |
| King of Pentacles | Help Reed during “Firestarter” | Refuse to kill Songbird in “Somewhat Damaged” |
These endings not only conclude the Phantom Liberty storyline but also have implications for V’s overall situation regarding the Relic and can even unlock a new ending for the base game.
The Firestarter Decision
The first pivotal decision point in Phantom Liberty’s main story occurs during the “Firestarter” mission. This choice dictates which subsequent main jobs you will undertake and ultimately funnels you into one of two ending branches.
During “Firestarter,” while infiltrating Hansen’s meeting with the netrunner twins, you’ll be presented with the option to either:
- Escape with Songbird: This path involves helping Songbird and leads directly to the “Killing Moon” main job. Choosing this option means Alex will kill Kurt Hansen, and Songbird will assist in your escape from the stadium. This locks you out of Solomon Reed’s questline for this playthrough.
- Help Reed capture Songbird: Opting for this choice results in Songbird going cyberpsycho after realizing your betrayal. Kurt Hansen kills Alex during the chaos, and you will need to defeat Hansen in a boss fight to escape the stadium. This path unlocks the “Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos” main job, which eventually leads to “Somewhat Damaged.”
The choice made here is irreversible for that playthrough and fundamentally alters the progression of the remaining Phantom Liberty storyline.
Killing Moon and Somewhat Damaged Paths
Depending on your decision in “Firestarter,” you will proceed down one of two distinct mission chains, each culminating in a final choice that determines your ending.
The Killing Moon Path (If you helped Songbird in “Firestarter”)
If you chose to help Songbird escape during “Firestarter,” you will eventually reach “The Killing Moon” main job. Near the end of this quest, at the Tycho terminal station, Songbird reveals that the neural matrix can only be used once and that she lied about curing both of you. A crucial dialogue moment will then occur, presenting two main options:
- Pick up Songbird: Choosing “Time to go, So Mi.” or “Wake the hell up.” will lead to a confrontation with Reed on the walkway. During this confrontation, you have the final choice to either kill Reed or hand Songbird over.
- Kill Reed: Selecting “Reed, dammit!” or “Draw weapon | Sorry, man.” initiates a slow-motion sequence where you must kill Reed. Successfully doing so leads to the King of Wands ending. If you draw your weapon but fail to kill him, Reed will kill you, requiring a reload. Remember to pick up his iconic tech pistol, Pariah, near his body.
- Hand Songbird over to Reed: Choosing “Holster weapon | All yours, but you’ll help me live on.” or “Holster weapon | Take her. Don’t want nothin’ in return.” will result in Reed taking Songbird. This leads to the King of Swords ending. The option “Call Reed | Reed’ll take care of you.” also immediately hands her over, unlocking “Through Pain to Heaven.”
The Somewhat Damaged Path (If you helped Reed in “Firestarter”)
If you chose to help Reed capture Songbird during “Firestarter,” your path will lead to the “Somewhat Damaged” main job. Within this mission, you will face another critical decision regarding Songbird’s fate:
- Kill Songbird: This choice leads to the King of Cups ending.
- Refuse to kill Songbird: This decision results in the King of Pentacles ending.
These choices are the final determinant for the Phantom Liberty expansion’s narrative conclusion on this specific path.
King of Wands Ending Details
The King of Wands ending is achieved by helping Songbird escape during “Firestarter” and then choosing to kill Reed during the confrontation in “The Killing Moon.” Many consider this ending to be the most aligned with V’s and Johnny’s philosophies, offering Songbird a chance at a new life free from NUSA manipulation.
Upon killing Reed, Songbird is able to fly to Luna. After watching the launch with Johnny, V will spawn by the marina overlooking the spaceport. Songbird survives and resides on the Moon, but V and Johnny are left without a cure for the Relic. Proof of Songbird’s successful operation is later received in the main job “From Her to Eternity,” where V finds a hermetic container with a metal pin from the lunar city of Tycho. Songbird also leaves V her iconic personal cyberdeck, the Quantum Tuner. Additionally, V will share a final drink with Alex at The Moth during the mission “Unfinished Sympathy.” After completing this mission, a postcard from Alex can be found in V’s apartment, confirming her retirement in Monte Carlo, Monaco, having left the FIA.
Phantom Liberty Ending Rewards
Each ending path in Phantom Liberty offers unique rewards, primarily iconic weapons and cyberware, reflecting the choices made and their consequences. These rewards can be a significant factor for players aiming to collect all iconic items.
| Ending Path | Iconic Rewards |
|---|---|
| King of Wands | Pariah (Reed’s iconic tech pistol), Quantum Tuner (Songbird’s iconic cyberdeck) |
| King of Swords | (Information not provided in sources) |
| King of Cups | (Information not provided in sources) |
| King of Pentacles | (Information not provided in sources) |
The specific rewards for the King of Swords, King of Cups, and King of Pentacles endings were not detailed in the provided sources as of June 22, 2026. However, the King of Wands ending explicitly grants two unique iconic items, making it a notable choice for collectors.
FAQ
How many endings does Phantom Liberty have? The Phantom Liberty expansion has four distinct endings.
What are the main jobs that determine the endings? The endings are primarily determined by choices made in the main jobs “Firestarter” and subsequently “Killing Moon” or “Somewhat Damaged.”
Does Phantom Liberty add a new ending to the main game? Yes, two of the Phantom Liberty endings can unlock a new ending for the base Cyberpunk 2077 game, referred to as the “Tower” ending.
What is the point of no return for Phantom Liberty’s endings? The first major decision and point of no return occurs during the “Firestarter” main quest.