CD Projekt Red has announced a surprise update for Cyberpunk 2077 scheduled for October 22, 2026, introducing new gameplay features including dual-wielding weapons and expanded cyberware customisation. This update aligns with the release of the second season of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners on Netflix.
The forthcoming patch, titled the “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Update (2.5),” will bring fresh playstyles to the game. The addition of dual-wielding stands out as a notable gameplay change, enabling players to wield two weapons simultaneously—a feature previously absent despite its presence in the game’s narrative characters.
Details on New Gameplay Features
Beyond dual-wielding, the update will introduce enhanced cyberware customisation, though specific details remain limited until CD Projekt Red’s official REDStream presentation. This broadcast is set for October 21, 2026, at 5 PM CEST across Twitch, YouTube, and Steam channels. The developer intends to provide a detailed look at the new mechanics during this event.
The current version of Cyberpunk 2077 allowed for certain melee augmentations like the Mantis Blades cyberware but did not support simultaneous use of two firearms. The new update will finally permit players to engage in combat using two weapons at once, broadening combat options in Night City’s open world.
Platform and Availability
This update will be available on all existing Cyberpunk 2077 platforms, covering Xbox, PlayStation, and PC players alike. There have been no indications of platform exclusivity or staggered release schedules. Owners of the game can expect the update to be accessible on the stated date, complementing access to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 on Netflix.
The update follows previous large-scale content rollouts, such as the Phantom Liberty DLC, and continues CD Projekt Red’s efforts to support Cyberpunk 2077 post-launch. Details on additional content or changes outside of the new playstyles and dual-wielding are expected to be unveiled during the REDStream presentation.
Players interested in the new features can tune in to the REDStream livestream tomorrow for full coverage of the update’s contents.
