Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 is out now on PC, Mac, PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S, with Nintendo Switch 2 and the Mac App Store following in the days after October 22. The headline feature is cross-platform mod support powered by mod.io, but the update also delivers a long-overdue FOV slider for console players, dual-wielding pistols via a new perk, two new side quests, and a batch of Edgerunners 2-themed cosmetics. Here's the short answer: if you play on console, this is the biggest quality-of-life patch Cyberpunk 2077 has ever received.
mod.io browser in Update 2.5
What's actually in Update 2.5?
The update covers a lot of ground. Some of it is tied directly to the Edgerunners 2 anime on Netflix, some of it is pure gameplay, and the mod support piece sits in its own category entirely.
New quests and Edgerunners 2 content
Two new side quests arrive with the update. Clampdown is set before the events of Edgerunners 2 and requires you to complete The Heist mission plus two gigs for Wakako before it unlocks. The second quest, Welcome to Paradise, is narrated by Richard Night and functions as a guided tour of Night City. Neither quest is gated behind owning Phantom Liberty, so returning players on the base game can access both.
On the cosmetic side, a 5-piece gear set based on the new King character unlocks through the Clampdown quest. Five additional clothing sets are also available, and new hairstyles for both V variants have been added. Twelve new Minor Arcana Tarot Cards are hidden across Night City, with a unique reward for collecting all of them. A new radio station, HKGN 102.0 FM, plays tracks from the Edgerunners series. Quadra vehicle skins are available through Twitch drops, and Glamdocs let you customize your arm cyberware appearance.
The Double Trouble perk: dual-wielding is finally here
The Double Trouble perk lands in the Cool skill tree and lets you equip two pistols or revolvers simultaneously. Dual-wielding has been one of the most requested features since launch, and it arrives as a perk rather than a base mechanic, meaning you need to invest in the Cool tree to access it. The perk's exact stat requirements are not detailed in the patch notes beyond its placement in the Cool tree.
FOV slider for console players
The FOV setting is arguably the most impactful addition for console players who have been playing since launch. The default field of view in Cyberpunk 2077 on console sits low enough to cause motion sickness for some players, particularly during vehicle sections in first-person view. CD Projekt Red has stated the limitation existed at launch due to the technical constraints of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One hardware. With those last-gen versions no longer supported, the slider is now available on PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S.
For a full breakdown of every change in this patch, the Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 patch notes cover all the details including DLSS 4.5 support and the new grouped save sorting system.
FOV slider now on consoles
How does console mod support work in Update 2.5?
The mod support system runs through mod.io, a third-party distribution platform that CD Projekt Red previously used for The Witcher 3 Remastered's console mod rollout. The in-game browser lets you search, browse, and install mods without leaving the game or touching your console's file system. That distinction matters: console certification rules don't allow the kind of unrestricted file access PC players have enjoyed since launch, so mod.io operates as a curated, sandboxed layer that Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo can certify.
CD Projekt Red describes this as "a first step into cross-platform modding," which is honest framing. The day-one catalog will be limited and curated, not a full mirror of what's available on PC through community tools. The studio has confirmed more mods will be added over time, but no specific number or timeline has been published.
The mistake most players make when they see "mod support" is assuming it means the same thing as PC modding. On console, every mod has to pass through mod.io's certification pipeline before it appears in the browser. Expect cosmetic tweaks and quality-of-life changes to dominate the early catalog, since those clear certification faster than deep gameplay overhauls.
Which platforms get mod support and when?
The official platform list covers six targets, but the rollout is not simultaneous across all of them.
| Platform | Mod Support Confirmed | Launch Timing |
|---|---|---|
| PC | Yes | October 22 |
| Mac | Yes | Days after October 22 |
| PlayStation 5 | Yes | October 22 |
| PlayStation 5 Pro | Yes | October 22 |
| Xbox Series X|S | Yes | October 22 |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | Yes | Days after October 22 |
Earlier reporting suggested Switch 2 might be skipped entirely, but CD Projekt Red's own patch notes confirm it as a supported platform. The delay is a timing issue, not an exclusion. Mac App Store players are in the same boat, with the update arriving in the days following the main October 22 launch.
Six platforms, staggered launch
Why is CD Projekt Red updating Cyberpunk 2077 again?
The timing is deliberate. The original Edgerunners anime drove a significant sales spike for Cyberpunk 2077 back in 2022, and pairing a sequel series with a substantial feature update is CD Projekt Red trying to recreate that effect. Mod support specifically is a low-effort, high-engagement lever: it doesn't require the studio to build new content from scratch, but it gives players a reason to return and keeps the game active in community spaces.
The studio is also building on proven infrastructure. The Witcher 3 Remastered already shipped with mod.io-based console mod support, so CD Projekt Red had a real-world stress test of the certification pipeline and in-game browser before applying the same approach to Cyberpunk 2077. That's why CD Projekt Red describes the system as working similarly to Witcher 3's console implementation: the groundwork was already laid.
For a broader look at everything the Edgerunners 2 update brings, including the full new features overview, check out the Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 features guide.
How to prepare for console mod support
Before you install anything from the mod browser, a few steps will save you headaches later.
- Back up your save. Mods disable achievement and trophy tracking on any save they touch. Duplicate your current save before installing anything so you have a clean fallback for completionist runs.
- Check your storage. Cyberpunk 2077 is already a large install, and mod files add to that. Make sure you have enough free space on your console's internal drive or storage card before browsing.
- Start with cosmetic mods. The early curated catalog will skew toward cosmetics and quality-of-life changes. These are lower-risk installs and easier to remove if something doesn't work as expected.
- Check back regularly. CD Projekt Red has confirmed the catalog will expand over time. The day-one selection is a starting point, not the finished library.
Frequently asked questions
Does mod support cost anything on console? No. CD Projekt Red has not attached any price to the mod support feature. Console mod access through mod.io has been free to players in every prior implementation.
Will mods affect my existing saves? Mods only affect saves where they are active. A clean, unmodded save retains full achievement and trophy functionality. Keep them separate.
How many mods will be available at launch? CD Projekt Red has not published a specific number. The catalog is described as curated and will grow over time.
Is Switch 2 getting the full update or a cut version? Switch 2 is confirmed to receive the full Update 2.5 feature set including mod support, just on a slightly delayed schedule compared to the October 22 launch on other platforms.
Does the FOV slider work in vehicles? The FOV setting applies to the game's first-person view, which includes driving. That's the primary reason it was requested: the low default FOV made vehicle sections uncomfortable for many players.
For more guides covering Night City, the Cyberpunk 2077 guides collection has everything from build advice to quest walkthroughs.
