Cyberpunk 2077 players were greatly anticipating the release of its 2.3 update. However, they were recently hit with some shocking news when it was revealed that the update, which was scheduled to go live on June 26, 2025, has been delayed. Like the previous two updates, 2.3 is expected to bring more changes and fixes that would improve the overall gameplay experience.
So, why has CD Projekt Red delayed the release date of Cyberpunk 2077’s 2.3 update? When can fans expect the new update to be released? Here’s what we have gathered on the subject.
Why CD Projekt delayed Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3’s release date
Cyberpunk 2077’s 2.3 update release was delayed as CD Projekt Red wanted more time to ensure they were satisfied with it.
In a tweet on X (formerly Twitter), where they announced the delay, CD Projekt Red revealed that they were “aiming for a scope similar to Update 2.2” for version 2.3. They also promised to update fans with concrete details as soon as they could.
Fans reacted to the news in a wide variety of ways. They requested options to buy attribute and perk points from vendors, a co-op mode, a New Game Plus mode, more romance options and activities, and a third-person perspective mode.
Since CD Projekt Red revealed that they were hoping for an update similar to 2.2 for 2.3, fans can not only expect a new host of minor changes and fixes, but also significant content additions and improvements. Update 2.2, which was released in late 2024, revamped the gameplay experience by bringing in major features like:
- Over 100 new character customization options.
- New photo mode enhancements.
- Change car paint with a reactive car color system.
- A Balatro-themed side quest.
- Johnny Silverhand showing up in the passenger’s seat of the player’s car.
- Several fixes for the Phantom Liberty DLC.
When Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 could get its new release date
An official release date for the Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 hasn’t been revealed. As such, it’s unknown exactly when the highly anticipated update will drop.
However, the update could likely drop by December 2025. This is because of the release pattern that previous updates followed. The 2.1 update was released on December 5, 2023, while the 2.2 update dropped on December 10, 2024. Alternatively, the update could also come out sometime in 2026.
