Night City is full of secrets, and some of Cyberpunk 2077’s best content lies in hidden side quests—missions that don’t pop up on your map automatically, but reward you with powerful legendary gear and even alter the game’s ending. These quests are easy to miss, but they add depth to your story as V and give you tools to crush late-game challenges. Below is a complete breakdown of the most essential hidden side quests, how to trigger them, and why you can’t afford to skip them.?
1. “The Wandering Fool” – Unlock the Legendary Submachine Gun “Fenrir”?
This quest is tied to a mysterious monk in the Northside district of Watson, and it’s one of the earliest hidden quests you can trigger (available at level 8+).?
How to start: Head to the intersection of Northside’s Elm Street and Oak Street—look for a monk in a orange robe standing near a food cart. Talk to him; he’ll explain his brother has been kidnapped by the Maelstrom gang. Agree to help, and the quest will activate (it won’t show up on your map until you start the conversation).?
Quest flow: Track down the Maelstrom hideout in a nearby warehouse. You can sneak in (use your scanner to avoid cameras) or charge in—either way, defeat the gang leader, “Rex,” to free the monk’s brother.?
Reward: After freeing the brother, return to the monk. He’ll give you the Fenrir—a legendary SMG that fires incendiary rounds, dealing massive fire damage to groups of enemies. This weapon is a game-changer for early-to-mid game, especially against armor-clad foes.?
2. “The Ballad of Buck Ravers” – Shape Panam’s Loyalty (and the “Star” Ending)?
This hidden quest is critical if you want the “Star” ending—one of the game’s best endings, which lets you escape Night City with Panam and the Aldecaldos. It doesn’t trigger until after the main quest “Ghost Town.”?
How to start: Wait 24 in-game hours after completing “Ghost Town” (use the “Skip Time” function). Panam will send you a text message saying she needs help with a “personal problem.” Reply “I’m in” to start the quest—if you ignore the text, the quest will disappear permanently.?
Quest flow: Meet Panam at the Aldecaldos camp. She’ll ask you to help her take revenge on Buck Ravers, a former ally who betrayed her. The quest has two paths: you can either kill Buck (for a quick reward) or spare him (to gain more of Panam’s loyalty).?
Why it matters: Sparing Buck and completing the quest fully unlocks Panam’s loyalty. Later, during the main quest “Nocturne Op55N1,” she’ll offer to help you storm Arasaka Tower—this is the only way to access the “Star” ending. Skip this quest, and you’ll lose your chance to escape Night City with her.?
3. “Chippin’ In” – Get Johnny Silverhand’s Legendary Pistol (and His Jacket)?
While “Chippin’ In” is technically a main quest, it has a hidden branch that lets you unlock Johnny’s iconic gear—gear that boosts your relationship with him and affects the “Devil” ending.?
How to trigger the hidden branch: During the quest, when you meet Rogue at the Afterlife bar, choose the dialogue option “Let’s do this together” (instead of going alone). This leads to a hidden segment where you and Rogue infiltrate the Ebunike ship.?
Key choice: When you confront Grayson (the man who stole Johnny’s pistol), choose to spare him (dialogue: “Tell me where the pistol is, then run”). He’ll reveal the location of the Malm?rian 3516—Johnny’s legendary revolver—and Johnny’s leather jacket (which boosts your Cool stat by 2).?
Impact on the ending: Gaining Johnny’s gear increases your “Johnny Relationship” meter. If this meter is high enough, during the final quest, Johnny will offer to take over V’s body (the “Devil” ending) or help you find a cure—giving you more options for how the game ends.?
4. “I Fought the Law” – Unlock the Legendary Sniper Rifle “Overwatch”?
This hidden quest is tied to the NCPD, and it’s easy to miss because it requires you to interact with a specific NPC in Downtown Night City.?
- How to start: Go to the NCPD Central Station in Downtown. Look for a detective named “River Ward” near the front desk—he’ll be arguing with a colleague. Talk to him; he’ll ask you to help investigate a series of murders. Agree, and the quest will start.?
- Quest flow: Investigate the crime scenes with River, using your scanner to find clues. The quest ends with a showdown against the killer in a warehouse. Defeat him, and River will give you the Overwatch—a legendary sniper rifle with a built-in silencer and high armor penetration.?
- Bonus: Completing this quest also unlocks River as a romance option (if you play as a female V) and gives you access to his side quest “Following the River,” which rewards you with more rare gear.?
These hidden side quests aren’t just extra content—they’re essential for getting the best gear and the ending you want. Whether you’re chasing legendary weapons, building loyalty with allies, or shaping V’s fate, make sure to keep an eye out for these hidden gems. Night City rewards curiosity, and these quests are the proof.
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