Following your collapse after capturing Yorinobu, you wake up in an Arasaka facility in a space station, where Johnny has finally been removed from your head and "shredded" as promised, but lasting damage has been done to your mind and body as well.

Take place over what is assumed to be several weeks, V is stuck in a repetitive cycle that sees them completing the same tests - Q/A, Rubix Cube, and Cardio - only for them to have the same 'failed' results every time.

During this madness, V will finally be allowed phone privileges and will have the option to call their romantic interest, along with their friends and family.

As you can imagine, V's loved ones are excited to hear from them but also disappointed in the fact that V had chosen to cooperate with Arasaka. Most of V's phone calls will end in disappointment, as they ask for them to come back to Earth immediately and to be checked over by some real doctors on Earth.

Following the phone calls and several, more increasingly frustrating tests and a mental breakdown by V, Takemura or Dr. Hellman will arrive to speak with V.

"'Note:' "Takemura's appearance during this scene will only occur should V have opted to save him during Play It Safe. If V failed to save Takemura, Hellman will instead take his place.

Here, they'll inform you that while your mind will heal, the Relic caused permanent damage to your body, and you only have six months to live no matter what.

"'This is where you are given a choice:'" either sign your life away to Arasaka to have your mind placed in Mikoshi until you can potentially be brought back later, or refuse their offer and return to Earth with the knowledge that you will soon die.

While significant character-wise, this choice is entirely a personal one as it will essentially only change the final cutscene you receive shortly after, which will show either V giving up their mind or heading back to Earth.

With the decision to return V to their body, you will awaken in a fancy penthouse. As it turns out, quite a few months have passed since V returned to Night City following their raid on Arasaka Tower.

So much so that V has finally achieved what they had initially set out to do - to become a Night City legend. Taking it a step further, V has become the Queen/King of the Afterlife following Rogue's demise.

Depending on your romantic interest, V will awake next to them in bed. Following a short conversation, V decides to head for a shower.

To no surprise, though, upon entering the shower, V begins to suffer another Relic malfunction, causing them to cough up even more blood.

Following their shower, head over to the bed and get changed - yes, we spotted those gold plated boots too. Now dressed, head downstairs into the kitchen and speak with your romantic interest.

Here, you'll discover that V has been hiding the fact that their condition has been worsening over the path several months and will continue to avoid any conversation regarding it. Unhappy about the situation and feeling as if their connection is drifting apart, they will storm outside. Following them, V will learn that they have decided to leave, as they can no longer bare witness to there deteriorating condition, especially if V is going to continue risking their life for each new mission.

In the background, an AV can be seen landing at the other end of the penthouse, which has arrived to take V to their ultimate 'final' mission - a heist on the Crystal Palace.

With one final goodbye, head towards the AV and climb inside. After a somewhat lengthy ride through Night City, V will arrive at the Afterlife to meet with the client regarding the upcoming heist.

Using the elevator to reach the ground floor, speak with Emmerick by the door before heading inside.

Once your conversation has finished, head to the bar and have one 'final' drink with Claire, who states that it was a popular tradition that Rogue started before every big mission.

Once you're finished with your drink, head to the nearby booth and meet with the client, as he gives V one final rundown of the mission while also questioning her skill and loyalty.

As the conversation ends, the screen will fade to black, and V will now appear in space.

Following another conversation with the somewhat 'shady' client, equip your weapons and grab your helmet as you make your final preparations.

Once you're ready, open the air hatch and watch as the final cutscene begins to play - which will eventually fade to black just as V begins to spacewalk towards the large Crystal Palace Casino.

Alternative Endings:No Romantic Interest:
Should you have not romanced anybody, V will wake up alone and instead receive a call from Emmerick, the Afterlife bodyguard.
Secret Ending (Rogue Survives):
Should you have selected the secret ending, Rogue will still be alive and kicking it as the queen of the Afterlife. Upon arriving at the Afterlife bar, Rogue will stop you, and you will both discuss the final job and share a drink before V meets with the client.

Like most of the epilogues in Cyberpunk 2077, this final mission is heavily story-driven and will only require V Like most of the epilogues in Cyberpunk 2077, this final mission is heavily story-driven and will only require V to respond to questions and perform simple interactions when prompted. It is worth mentioning that your choices throughout the Epilogue will not affect the story's outcome.

Awakening in a seemly unknown room, you'll learn that Johnny has made a new little life for himself, away from V's friends and family in an Abandoned Apartment block near the outskirts of the city in Pacifica.

Following a confirmation message regarding an order that is ready to be collected, Johnny will need to start packing as he plans to leave Night City behind once and for all - but not before he can visit both Rogue and V.

Before you start packing, though, you'll have the opportunity to explore the apartment. Here, you'll find several Shards, a Replica of Johnny's Samurai jacket, other random items such as cards.

Having collected Rogue's gun, your bus ticket, and your duffle bag, exit the room and call Steve through the intercom at the end of the hallway as you'll need a ride. During Johnny's conversation with Steve, it becomes quite apparent that the two have formed quite the bond over music - almost becoming a friend and mentor/role model for the kid.

Happy to give Johnny a ride, follow Steve outside the apartment block, where you'll run into his father, who happens to be waiting by the exit. Threatening Steve not to leave, he'll eventually turn abusive, slapping Steve across the face. Here, you'll have the chance to stick up for Steve.

With Steve's father dealt with, it's time to head to the music shop. Along the way, Johnny and Steve will discuss music and life, but you will have the option to skip head during this scene, as the drive is quite lengthy.

Once you arrive at the Time Machine music shop, head inside with Steve and speak with the store owner as you look for a new six-string electric. Despite the owners showing, Johnny's looking for something a little higher-end - a real instrument.

Upon entering the back room, you'll find some vintage axes - the Deluze Orphean and the Tensor Paradize. Here, you'll have the choice to select from either guitar - the choice you make will not affect the story. Once you're happy with your selection, watch as Johnny jams out with Steve, reliving his former days as he encourages the kid to keep it up.

Happy with the guitar, pay the owner and make your way to the cemetery - it's now time to pay a visit to both V and Rogue. Along the way, listen as Steve and Johnny make small talk about the city and the looming Corp war.

Having finally arrived, make your way to the niche you ordered for both V and Rogue. Letting go of both Rogue's gun and V's necklace, Johnny will share a few final words, apologizing for the outcome of the events that unfolded during their last job.

Leaving behind their mementos, head outside and speak with Steve one final time, where you'll share some final advice. Now that you're ready to leave, board the nearby bus and settle in for the long ride.

Before the bus can take off, Steve will rush over and state that Johnny left his guitar behind. With no intentions of ever keeping the guitar for himself, Johnny leaves Steve with one final gift.

As the bus takes off, watch the final cutscene play out as Johnny leaves Night City once and for all.

Having chosen to return to their body, the All Along the Watchtower Epilogue will kick off with V in Panam's vehicle that's pulled over to the side of the road.

Once you're ready, exit the car and speak with Panam as she overlooks Night City nearby.

Speaking of the events that just unfolded during Belly Of The Beast and the consequences they hold, the pair will agree that it's time to move on from Night City, as the city is nothing but an illusion that creates false promises. Ready to set off, say your final goodbyes to the city and get in the car with Panam.

Following a lengthy ride to their temporary makeshift camp, Panam and V - and eventually Mitch - will talk about their raid on Arasaka and how they plan to escape over the border without being seen.

Once you arrive at the camp and if you managed to romance Judy as female V and called her during Nocturne Op55N1, Panam will reveal that someone special is waiting for you behind the camp.

Following the waypoint marker, you'll find Judy speaking with Carol about her work as a BD editor. With thoughts on her mind, Carol will leave V and Judy to talk alone, in which they will share one final moment as they discuss everything that Night City seemly promised them.

Upon finishing your conversation with Judy, make your way to Panam and Mitch - they can be found just outside the front of the tent. Here, V will discuss the final plans to escape across the border without drawing any attention to themselves.

Once you're ready to leave, get in the Basilisk and talk with Panam as you follow your crew through the incoming storm. Once you reach the border tunnel, watch as the game's final cutscene plays out.

Like most of the epilogues in Cyberpunk 2077, this final mission is heavily story-driven and will only require V Like most of the epilogues in Cyberpunk 2077, this final mission is heavily story-driven and will only require V to respond to questions and perform simple interactions when prompted. It is worth mentioning that your choices throughout the Epilogue will not affect the story's outcome.

Awakening in a seemly unknown room, you'll learn that Johnny has made a new little life for himself, away from V's friends and family in an Abandoned Apartment block near the outskirts of the city in Pacifica.

Following a confirmation message regarding an order that is ready to be collected, Johnny will need to start packing as he plans to leave Night City behind once and for all - but not before he can visit both Rogue and V.

Before you start packing, though, you'll have the opportunity to explore the apartment. Here, you'll find several Shards, a Replica of Johnny's Samurai jacket, other random items such as cards.

Having collected Rogue's gun, your bus ticket, and your duffle bag, exit the room and call Steve through the intercom at the end of the hallway as you'll need a ride. During Johnny's conversation with Steve, it becomes quite apparent that the two have formed quite the bond over music - almost becoming a friend and mentor/role model for the kid.

Happy to give Johnny a ride, follow Steve outside the apartment block, where you'll run into his father, who happens to be waiting by the exit. Threatening Steve not to leave, he'll eventually turn abusive, slapping Steve across the face. Here, you'll have the chance to stick up for Steve.

With Steve's father dealt with, it's time to head to the music shop. Along the way, Johnny and Steve will discuss music and life, but you will have the option to skip head during this scene, as the drive is quite lengthy.

Once you arrive at the Time Machine music shop, head inside with Steve and speak with the store owner as you look for a new six-string electric. Despite the owners showing, Johnny's looking for something a little higher-end - a real instrument.

Upon entering the back room, you'll find some vintage axes - the Deluze Orphean and the Tensor Paradize. Here, you'll have the choice to select from either guitar - the choice you make will not affect the story. Once you're happy with your selection, watch as Johnny jams out with Steve, reliving his former days as he encourages the kid to keep it up.

Happy with the guitar, pay the owner and make your way to the cemetery - it's now time to pay a visit to both V and Rogue. Along the way, listen as Steve and Johnny make small talk about the city and the looming Corp war.

Having finally arrived, make your way to the niche you ordered for both V and Rogue. Letting go of both Rogue's gun and V's necklace, Johnny will share a few final words, apologizing for the outcome of the events that unfolded during their last job.

Leaving behind their mementos, head outside and speak with Steve one final time, where you'll share some final advice. Now that you're ready to leave, board the nearby bus and settle in for the long ride.

Before the bus can take off, Steve will rush over and state that Johnny left his guitar behind. With no intentions of ever keeping the guitar for himself, Johnny leaves Steve with one final gift.

As the bus takes off, watch the final cutscene play out as Johnny leaves Night City once and for all.

This ending is by far the shortest on offer and does not include an epilogue. When opting to toss away the pills, a cutscene will begin and will see both V and Johnny discussing the choice. Despite Johnny's disagreement, V shares that this is the cleanest, least 'bloody' option and if they were to choose any other path, more people would die.

Agreeing to go along with the plan, Johnny and V exchange their final words together, sharing that they've both learnt something from each other and enjoyed their time together while they had it.

As the camera slowly begins to pan out over the city, you'll eventually hear a gunshot - signifying that V had taken their own life. Throughout the credits, V's friends and romantic interest will each share a video message. As you can imagine, V's friends are shocked and not happy by the decision and wished there could have been a different outcome.

You later wake up in what seems like an FIA-operated hospital in Langley. Reed will be the first person you speak to since the operation.

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He'll explain everything that though the operation was a success, you lost the ability to use any Cyberware, thus ending your career as a Night City merc.

On top of that, the operation that initially called for several weeks of rehab actually put you in a coma for two years.

As you try to reach your friends, V soon realizes the world he once knew is no longer the same.

• Viktor thought you had died after disappearing for two years. He'll tell you to visit his clinic to see if the no-chrome situation is true.
• Panam has left NC, and her number is no longer operational. You can only leave her a voicemail.
• River needed money for Randy's rehab, so he sold a ton of police secrets to Trauma Team. He'll refuse to see you.
• Kerry's career is even more prominent now, but he'll be too busy to see you.
• Judy will be glad to hear that you're alive, but she's now married to a girl named Bianca and living in Pittsburgh.

Delamain will drive you back to Vik's clinic while updating you that Arasaka has taken most of their business out of Night City.

Misty's shop is long gone and is replaced by a Zetatech cyberware store.

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During the check-up, Vik will confirm that he can do nothing about your Chrome-less situation.

As two street thugs attack you for money, you run into Misty, who helps you get up. Before leaving for an ancient forest in Poland, she tells you that she's convinced you'll figure out your life no matter what.

The scene ends with V walking into a crowd, continuing life as just another face in the crowd.