Recently, CD Projekt RED, the Polish studio behind Cyberpunk 2077, announced the first and only story expansion for the game. The expansion is titled Phantom Liberty and will be available exclusively on PC and current‑generation consoles. In practice, that means Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 receive the new content, while Xbox One and PlayStation 4 are no longer in the lineup. (VG Times)
Before the game’s official release, a limited edition Xbox One X bundle shipped with a download code for the upcoming DLC. Although the add‑on could not be installed on that particular hardware due to the console generation gap, CD Projekt RED promised to compensate players with store credits through the Microsoft Store. The exact amount of compensation and its terms remained undisclosed at the time, with promises to share further details down the line. The bundle carried a $299 value and was limited to 45,000 units worldwide. The image shown with the bundle highlighted the distinctive branding of the limited run, making it a collectible for fans who tracked every tease and trailer closely. (VG Times)
The Phantom Liberty expansion is scheduled to launch in 2023 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Google Stadia, reflecting CD Projekt RED’s plan to support multiple platforms. However, Stadia has since undergone significant changes and is no longer a live service, which affects the availability of any new content there. Still, PC and the latest generation consoles remain the official targets for this release window, with ongoing discussions about post‑launch updates and content cadence. The broader Cyberpunk 2077 ecosystem has continued to evolve in parallel with other major titles in the genre, sustaining interest in a mature, city‑driven narrative experience. (VG Times)
While Phantom Liberty marks a notable milestone for the series, the developer’s broader approach to expansion has drawn attention from players and industry observers alike. The company has emphasized a commitment to enriching the core world with new stories, mechanics, and atmosphere, aiming to deepen the nocturnal, neon‑tinged metropolis that cyberpunk fans have followed since launch. This expansion will be part of a broader pattern where DLCs and paid expansions push the narrative forward while keeping the game fresh for veterans and newcomers alike. (VG Times)
In the lead‑up to this release, fans and collectors tracked the rollout through various promotional materials and in‑game events, noting how the team balanced storytelling with technical polish across platforms. The plan appeared to align with a broader industry trend: offering substantial, story‑driven content that expands the player’s investment in a living, breathing world. As with many expansions, Phantom Liberty is expected to bring new missions, environments, and character arcs that weave into the main campaign in meaningful ways, inviting players to revisit the city at night with fresh eyes. (VG Times)
At the time of announcement, anticipation surrounded both the scale of the expansion and the technical optimization required to deliver it across diverse hardware. The development team hinted at quality‑driven goals, such as more detailed environments, refined enemy design, and a broader set of narrative decisions that influence how players experience the story. The community, increasingly adept at parsing updates and trailers, looked for clues about how Phantom Liberty would redefine the experience and whether the expansion would introduce new systems or polish existing ones. (VG Times)