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The Ballad of Buck Ravers
Cyberpunk 2077

The Ballad of Buck Ravers

Follow our step-by-step guide to complete 'The Ballad of Buck Ravers' side job in Cyberpunk 2077, including where to find Johnny, the performer, and the Samurai Concert Recording.

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Follow our step-by-step guide to complete 'The Ballad of Buck Ravers' side job in Cyberpunk 2077, including where to find Johnny, the performer, and the Samurai Concert Recording.

Alright, so you've finished up 'Playing For Time,' and now you're ready to dive into a side job called 'The Ballad of Buck Ravers.' It's a pretty chill one, mostly about following Johnny's lead and digging into some old music. Let's get this done.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    First things first, you need to head to a “?” marker on your map. It's located southeast of the Cherry Blossom Market Fast Travel point. When you get there, you'll see a street performer that Johnny Silverhand is really interested in.
  2. 2
    Go over to the performer and chat with Johnny about the music. After that, you'll need to head to what Johnny *thinks* is the Rainbow Cadenzo Club. Turns out, it's actually just a noodle restaurant. Head inside and talk to the staff there about some old tapes. They'll point you in the direction of someone who's selling them.
  3. 3
    Once you've got the lead, exit the restaurant. You're looking for a guy named Karim, who'll be working at a music stall on the left. You and Johnny will need to work together to convince Karim to sell you the Samurai Concert Recording. Don't worry, it's not too difficult.
  4. 4
    After you've successfully bought the recording, have a final chat with Johnny. Once that conversation is done, the job will wrap up.
Tips
  • Keep an eye on your map for that “?” marker; it's your main indicator for where to start.
  • Don't be afraid to explore the area around the Cherry Blossom Market – that's where the action kicks off.
  • When talking to Karim, just go along with Johnny's suggestions; it makes the persuasion part smoother.

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