I did not buy into the hype leading up to this game's release. I expected the terrible game everyone makes it out to be. But one thing I've learned over the years is the sheep are always wrong, so the more sheep I read 'bahh'-ing about how bad Cyberpunk 2077, the more curious I became. It has bugs. But I've never played a game that didn't. Maybe these bugs are slightly more numerous in Cyberpunk, but not as bad as people make them out to be. They have not broken my immersion in the city or the story, or deterred my desire to continue to progress in the game. The combat feels great. Driving physics and controls are fine. I would agree with some comments about the key mapping being funky, particularly crouch and skip being the same button. I thought I would hate the city and the story and Keanu Reeves, but it's actually really good once you settle into a life choice that fits your personality. Been an emotional roller coaster that keeps me invested and coming back, with plenty of engaging side missions as well. Many hours of content to enjoy, probably 50-100 hours, which is what you want from these RPGs. I like the variety of weapons, upgrades, buffs, and the player upgrade system. Leaves lots of room for different styles of play and customization. Though I do find the process of equipping them, etc. (The UI, I guess) to be a bit clunky to work with. I found disappointing the fact I never feel any real sense of choice. Many conversations boil down to one correct choice. I don't feel like I have as much control over pissing off or coercing NPCs through dialogue--like my 'V' is uniquely me. I am a fixed character 'V' with a fixed attitude and a fixed destiny. Thankfully, the character is dynamic enough to overlook this shallowness of choice. Overall I am enjoying my time in Night City, and happy with my purchase. Patches are incoming and I have faith CD Projekt Red will tie up the loose ends.
