Cyberpunk 2077 quietly gets Cyberpunk Red Quickstart Guide in patch

CD Projekt Red Releases Cyberpunk RED: Easy Mode

In a surprise update just before the holidays, CD Projekt Red included a special gift for players of Cyberpunk 2077. R. Talsorian Games, the publisher of Cyberpunk, revealed to Polygon that a new addition called “Cyberpunk RED: Easy Mode” is now available in the Bonus Content folder for free.

Quick Start Guide for Tabletop Role-Playing

The recent update 2.2 for Cyberpunk 2077 introduced Easy Mode, which offers a condensed version of the tabletop role-playing game. This includes shortened rules and a beginner-friendly mission to help players transition from using controllers to dice pools. Gamers can choose to play as one of five pre-made characters: Rockerboy, Solo, Tech, Medtech, or Media. While providing a brief overview of Night City, players of the video game will find themselves immersed in the familiar prequel world of Cyberpunk RED.

Exploring the World of Cyberpunk

Cyberpunk RED, which originally debuted in 2020 alongside Cyberpunk 2077, is the latest edition of the iconic Cyberpunk 2020 RPG from 1989. The game delves into a dystopian sci-fi universe where mega-corporations reign supreme in a world dominated by capitalist technology. Set in 2045, Cyberpunk RED bridges the gap between the events of Cyberpunk 2020 and Cyberpunk 2077.

Availability and Platforms

According to Polygon, the Cyberpunk RED: Easy Mode is currently accessible for PC users. To locate the PDF file on PC, navigate to “C:Program Files (x86)SteamsteamappsmusicCyberpunk 2077 Bonus Content.” While the availability on Xbox or PlayStation platforms is unclear, R. Talsorian Games indicated that efforts were made to include all platforms.