The buzz around the “new cyberpunk DLC” is intensifying. While CD Projekt Red hasn’t formally confirmed an upcoming paid expansion beyond Phantom Liberty (released in September 2023), whispers and cryptic hints have sparked lively speculation. With patch 2.3 reportedly arriving this summer, the community is on edge—could this be more than just bug fixes and performance tweaks? Here’s a refined breakdown of what’s unfolding in Night City, how this may shape future content, and why expectations are surging.
CD Projekt Red has long framed future Cyberpunk 2077 content through the lens of The Witcher 3 strategy—offering substantial post-launch support and paid expansions. Early confirmations suggested that players may see “no less DLC than The Witcher 3″—a notable benchmark (gamesradar.com).
Though Phantom Liberty delivered a full-fledged expansion in 2023, there has been no official announcement of additional paid DLC as of December 2025 (ship.games). However, the release of Update 2.3 on June 26, 2025—once anticipated as the final update—suggests there’s more in development (news9live.com). The timing and surprise nature of this patch opened the door to speculation that it may be more substantial than a mere update.
Initially slated for June 26, 2025, the release of patch 2.3 was confirmed by CDPR during a REDstream event (news9live.com). Just days before launch, the update was delayed to ensure quality—a nod to the studio’s commitment to refinement (gamewatcher.com).
Multiple indicators point to patch 2.3 housing more than bug fixes. Developers hinted it would be comparable in scope to Update 2.2—which introduced rich customization, photo-mode tools, and ride-alongs with Johnny Silverhand (dlcompare.com). Further, community-leaked evidence, like a LinkedIn profile suggesting Virtuos artists working on “Cyberpunk 2077 DLC” and an insider blog post, adds fuel to DLC speculation (giznewsdaily.com).
Within forums and subreddit threads, fans openly debated whether patch 2.3 could be a “mini-DLC”—especially as Virtuos, previously involved in Update 2.2, appears to be writing new content (reddit.com). One notable comment sums up the community’s expectation: many are waiting on June 26 for not only patch details but perhaps even DLC announcements (reddit.com).
“We’re not done yet! Stay tuned for more info about the next Cyberpunk 2077 update coming later this month. We’ll start spilling the beans closer to the release of patch 2.3.”
— CDPR’s Marcin Momot, Global Community Director (dlcompare.com)
This statement underscores the developer’s intention to continue supporting Cyberpunk 2077 beyond what was once considered its end. Combining this with earlier promises of “no less DLC” suggests potential for more substantial content in the pipeline—even if not framed as a full-scale expansion.
The unfolding situation reflects CD Projekt’s broader strategy of extending game lifecycles with nuanced updates while simultaneously paving the way for major sequels like Cyberpunk 2 (Project Orion). It’s plausible that patch 2.3 serves dual purposes: delivering immediate value and quietly setting the stage for greater storytelling updates or technical foundations.
Fans might reasonably expect:
– Rich narrative side content, possibly reminiscent of free DLC such as 1.6.
– Technical improvements, mod expansions, and platform-specific enhancements.
– A bridge to future Cyberpunk 2—or a teaser that re-engages players while bigger plans materialize.
Patch 2.3’s ambiguity is precisely what makes it fascinating. It toes the line between a standard software update and paying homage to the DLC model fans enjoyed with Phantom Liberty. While nothing beyond rumor confirms new paid content, the behavior of the studio—delays for polish, cryptic messaging, and outside collaboration—suggests something more may be in the works.
As the community awaits the formal patch release and subsequent REDstream updates, expectations remain cautiously hopeful. Whether patch 2.3 turns out to be a robust content patch or a stealth DLC, it reaffirms Night City still has secrets worth exploring—and that CD Projekt Red is not yet ready to call it quits.
Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of rumored patch features or a speculative timeline of upcoming DLC.
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