Cyberpunk 2077 keeps defying expectations. CD Projekt Red announced Update 2.5 on October 20, 2026, with the patch dropping just two days later on October 22. The announcement was supposed to stay under wraps until launch, but content creators were briefed early, so the full feature list leaked before the official reveal. What's in it? Dual-wielding pistols, a console FOV slider, baked-in mod support, new quests, cosmetic additions, and a fresh radio station. Some of these should have shipped years ago, but better late than never.
Dual-wield pistols in Update 2.5
What's actually in Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5?
The update carries the subtitle Edgerunners 2 and covers a wide spread of changes, from combat mechanics to cosmetics. Here's a full breakdown of every confirmed addition.
Dual-wielding pistols (Double Trouble perk)
This is the headline feature. The Double Trouble perk sits inside the Cool skill tree and lets V wield two pistols simultaneously. It's the kind of mechanic players have been requesting since launch, and it finally arrives in 2.5. If you've been building a Cool-focused character, this is a direct upgrade to your combat toolkit.
New Edgerunners 2 gig and side quest
Two new pieces of story content arrive with the update:
- Clampdown is a new gig tied to the Edgerunners 2 theme
- NC Tour is a mystery side quest with no further details disclosed pre-launch
These aren't described as major story expansions, but they add fresh objectives for players who've already completed the base game.
Console FOV slider
PC players have had field-of-view control since launch. Console players finally get it in 2.5. The FOV slider on consoles lets you widen or tighten the camera perspective, which is a meaningful quality-of-life change for players sensitive to motion or those who prefer a wider view during combat.
Console FOV slider now available
Mod.io support on major platforms
Baked-in mod.io support arrives on all major platforms with the 2.5 update, with one exception: Nintendo Switch 2 is excluded. This is significant because it brings official mod browsing and installation directly into the game client rather than requiring third-party tools or manual file management. PC players have had robust mod ecosystems for years, so this closes a real gap for console audiences.
Glamdocs for arm cyberware
Glamdocs are a new customization item that let you change the visual appearance of your arm cyberware without altering the underlying stats. If you've been stuck with the look of a functional but ugly cyberware piece, Glamdocs solve that problem directly.
New clothing, hairstyles, and cosmetics
The cosmetic additions in 2.5 include:
- 5 new clothing sets added to the game
- New hairstyles for both male and female V
- Quadra vehicle skins available via Twitch drops
The Twitch drops for Quadra skins require watching affiliated streams, so keep an eye on the official Cyberpunk 2077 channels for eligible broadcast windows.
New radio station with Edgerunners soundtracks
A new radio station featuring music from the Edgerunners anime soundtrack joins Night City's existing lineup. If you spent time with the anime, this is a direct callback to that content.
Edgerunners radio station added
Full feature comparison: what's new vs. what existed before
| Feature | Before Update 2.5 | After Update 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-wielding pistols | Not available | Available via Double Trouble perk (Cool tree) |
| FOV slider | PC only | PC and consoles |
| Mod support | PC third-party tools only | Baked-in mod.io on major platforms |
| Arm cyberware appearance | Locked to functional item | Customizable via Glamdocs |
| Edgerunners radio | Not present | New station with Edgerunners soundtracks |
| Story content | Base game + Phantom Liberty | + Clampdown gig + NC Tour side quest |
| Clothing sets | Existing roster | 5 new sets added |
| Hairstyles | Existing options | New options for male and female V |
How does the Double Trouble perk work?
The Double Trouble perk lives in the Cool skill tree, which means it's tied to the same attribute that governs stealth, ranged precision, and critical hit bonuses from sneaking. Dual-wielding two pistols fits naturally into a build that already prioritizes Cool, since that tree rewards fast, precise gunplay.
No specific damage multipliers or stat breakdowns were confirmed pre-launch, so exact numbers will need to be tested once the patch is live. What's confirmed is the perk's placement in the Cool tree and its function of equipping two pistols simultaneously.
What platforms get Update 2.5?
The update arrives across all major platforms where Cyberpunk 2077 is available. The one carve-out is mod.io support, which skips Nintendo Switch 2. Everything else, including the FOV slider, new quests, cosmetics, and Double Trouble, applies across platforms.
Is the Edgerunners 2 content connected to the anime?
The Clampdown gig and the new radio station both carry the Edgerunners 2 label, suggesting a thematic connection to the anime series. The NC Tour mystery side quest doesn't carry that label explicitly, so its connection to the Edgerunners storyline is unclear ahead of launch. Players who finished the original Edgerunners-themed content in the base game will likely recognize the callbacks in the new gig.
Getting ready for Update 2.5
If you want to hit the ground running when the patch goes live, a few preparations make sense. Build toward the Cool attribute if you want Double Trouble on day one. Clear your existing gig and side quest backlog so Clampdown and NC Tour feel fresh rather than buried. And if you're on console and have been waiting for mod support, the mod.io integration means your first modded playthrough is now possible without a PC setup.
For more Night City strategies and build guides, the full Cyberpunk 2077 guides collection covers everything from character builds to mission walkthroughs. Cyberpunk 2077 sits comfortably among the best adventure games on the market, and updates like 2.5 make a strong case that CD Projekt Red isn't finished with Night City yet.
