Discover all the best iconic cyberware locations in Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion. Get the edge you need in Dogtown with our guide.
Alright, so you're diving into Phantom Liberty and want to know about the really special cyberware, the 'iconic' stuff? Think of cyberware like your permanent upgrades – things you get installed by a Ripperdoc that seriously change how you play. We're talking about stuff that boosts your stats, gives you new abilities like Sandevistan or Mantis Blades, and even makes up a big chunk of your armor. What you choose here is almost as important as your character's core stats and perks.
Now, 'iconic' gear in Cyberpunk used to be a whole different ballgame, especially with how rarities worked. But with the 2.0 update, all gear can be upgraded to Legendary. Iconic items, though? They're still special because they can go even further, up to Tier 5++, which regular gear can't touch. While some iconic clothing or quickhacks are just fancy-looking, iconic cyberware can have unique stats or effects that you won't find anywhere else, or they might be souped-up versions of regular cyberware with better numbers. Just remember, 'iconic' doesn't automatically mean 'best' – sometimes a non-iconic piece or even a different type of cyberware might actually be a better fit for your build. Don't get caught up in just grabbing everything shiny!
So, where do you actually find this primo cyberware? Unlike iconic weapons that pop up everywhere, iconic cyberware is a bit pickier. Your best bet is to check out the Ripperdocs, especially the ones chilling in Dogtown – that's the new area exclusive to Phantom Liberty. While other Ripperdocs might have a rare iconic piece, the Dogtown docs have the most extensive, albeit pricey, selection. You can also snag some from airdrops, but those are totally random. Keep an eye out, because a lot of the really good stuff only shows up as higher-tier versions, meaning you'll probably need to be in the high 30s or 40s level-wise before they start appearing in shops or drops. For example, at the default starting level for Phantom Liberty (Lv15), you'll only see a handful of Tier 2 iconic cyberware like the Chrome Compressor, Immovable Force, and Leeroy Ligament System. You gotta grind a bit to see the full legendary collection!
Iconic Cyberware List
Here’s a rundown of the iconic cyberware you can get your hands on in Phantom Liberty. Most of these are Tier 5 stats, but remember your level can affect what spawns, so keep checking back with those Ripperdocs!
| Cyberware | Slot | Cyberware Capacity | Armor | Effect |
| Adreno-Trigger | Nervous System | 20 | – | +30% movement speed for 50 sec. When entering combat. |
| Axolotl | Frontal Cortex | 55 | – | -10.5% Cooldown instantly for all cyberware after neutralizing an enemy. |
| Behavioral Imprint-Synced Faceplate | 0 | – | Outside of combat, you can easily escape the Law (up to Bounty level 4). | |
| Chitin | Integumentary System | 42 | 200 | +10% Health Regen Rate per [Body] Attribute Point. |
| Chrome Compressor | Operating System | 0 | – | +38 Cyberware Capacity |
| COX-2 Cybersomatic Optimizer | Frontal Cortex | 50 | – | Allows your quickhacks to deal Crit Hits. 100% Crit Chance with quickhacks. -8 Max RAM. |
| Deep-Field Visual Interface | Nervous System | 40 | – | Crit Chance increases the farther you are from the enemy (max. +95% at 90m). |
| Electromag Recycler | Circulatory System | 40 | – | +4% Health and Stamina when you hit an enemy with a fully charged Tech Weapon shot. |
| Immovable Force | Hands | 35 | – | -30% recoil, -25% bullet spread. Automatically activate effects for ranged weapons that otherwise only occur when behind cover. |
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