Despite the story being quite linear, choices matter in Cyberpunk 2077 for people who want to savor the RPG aspect of this game.
Cyberpunk 2077 is an action-packed game that leans slightly on the RPG side. In fact, the RPG aspect of the game is so faint that one can overlook it if not observed carefully. The game offers several choices, from life paths to dialogues, but these choices seem to be insignificant.
What are Life Path choices in Cyberpunk 2077?
Life path choices are presented at the start of the game to the player. There are three options to pick from; Street Kid, Nomad, and Corpo. The game starts with a backstory to familiarize the player with the character they're playing as. Except for different opening missions, these characters aren’t that different. Most of the things in the game vary depending on the choice you make. There are distinct lifepath dialogue options offered to the player, but they are mostly to add vibrance to the storyline.
Nomad Lifepath
Having left your Nomad clan, the game starts with you trying to fix your car after it broke down in the Badlands. On your way out, you come across a client who wants to smuggle something into Night City. The attempt to cross the border doesn't go smoothly, but you end up inside the Night City.
Corpo Lifepath
Corpo is the fancy life path, and the game starts from Arasaka Tower, which becomes quite an important location in the game later. Life goes from bad to worse for you after the meeting with a friend at a nightclub. Six months later, you leave Arasaka Corp and become a mercenary to dominate Night City from your apartment in megabuilding H10.
Street Kid Lifepath
Being a Street kid in the Night City means you're known to be a reliable merc. Being born and brought up in Watson, you tried to make a living elsewhere but failed. Local fixers know you and are pleased to have you back.
Can different choices affect the ending of the game?
Since we are not talking about life path choices, the answer will be yes. Choices play a massive role in major story missions or side quests. They influence not only the ending but also the fate of the characters. Even your love interest can affect several aspects of the game. Choices matter greatly from rewards to even the opening or closing of quests.
FAQs
Q. Do your lifepath choices actually matter?
A. Whether you chose Nomad, Street Kid, or Corpo, it doesn't matter. Your life path doesn't influence the major storyline or the game's ending.
Q. Should you upgrade the Jumping Cyberware?
A. This is something you should definitely have. The game never advises the player to do this. It can make your gameplay easier, and the best part is that this upgrade doesn't cost much. This cyberware will transform every encounter.
