A newly updated Cyberpunk 2077 feature is going viral, while players get more and more creative
A few days ago, a new Cyberpunk 2077 update was released. It introduced some fresh features and improved old ones. Especially one of them attracted players' attention – photo mode.
Despite being released in 2020, Cyberpunk 2077 is still in the hearts of many players. A big part of its popularity is thanks to Phantom Liberty DLC and regular updates. Just a few days ago, we received Version 2.3, which introduced some big improvements. We can enjoy new cars, an autodrive feature (which was inspired by YouTube videos) and an improved photography mode. The latter seems to be the most welcome addition with creative fans sharing many interesting projects on social media, especially Reddit.
Photo mode allows players to create spectacular pictures
In contrast to a little bit unrefined (though hilarious) autodrive, it seems that updated photo mode hit the spot. CP2077 was always a beautiful game, and now it is even more visible. If you decide to scroll Cyberpunk 2077 subreddit, you will see tons of pictures taken with this tool. Many of them are really creative.
Probably my favorite is recreation of one of the most popular memes with Panam and Judy. However, it is not the limit of players’ creativity. Fans can be really artistic with their works or heartwarming, giving the fitting ending to characters who really deserve that (beware of spoilers). I have even found the post, mimicking quite recent events.
Of course, we can’t forget bout the tribute to the anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, which is canonical in the world of CP2077 game (and recently had a teaser preparing us for the continuation, which left some community members speechless, as it features a big spoiler from the first season).
All photo mode changes in update 2.3
The popularity of photo mode was boosted after the recent update. So, let’s look at 2.3 patch notes. In the new version of this tool, we can enjoy:
- Added 27 new NPCs that can be spawned in Photo Mode, including Rita Wheeler, the Cassel twins, fixers, Dum Dum, the iguana, Brendan, and more.
- You can now switch between alternative outfits for NPCs spawned in Photo Mode.
- You can now switch between V's saved Wardrobe outfits in Photo Mode.
- Added a confirmation pop-up when exiting Photo Mode to prevent accidental exits after setting up the perfect shot.
- Added more customization options to the Look-At Camera feature, including an option for only the character's eyes to turn toward the camera instead of their entire body.
With such high level of community engagement, and the fact that CD PROJEKT RED takes care of the universe (with Cyberpunk 2 on the way), we can be sure that we will see even more interesting pictures in the future. At this point it is possible that it is not the end of photo mode evolution. I surely hope so.
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Author: Damian Gacek
Graduate of English Philology and English in Public Communication. His portfolio includes a scientific article on video game translation. Working with Gamepressure.com since 2019, writing for various departments. Currently, deals with guides and occasionally supports the newsroom. Interested in electronic entertainment since childhood. Loves RPGs and strategies, often also immersing himself in the depths of indie games. In his free time, works on a book and learns film editing.
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