Cyberpunk 2077 Tier List — Current Rankings

This Cyberpunk 2077 tier list ranks every major option by overall effectiveness. Rankings factor in damage output, survivability, versatility, gear requirements, and how well each option scales.

Tier definitions: S = best in class, always a strong pick. A = strong and competitive, minor weaknesses. B = solid but clearly outperformed in most situations. C = viable only for players who enjoy the playstyle.

Builds Rankings

Detailed Builds Analysis

Netrunner (S-Tier)

Full Intelligence build that kills through walls using quickhacks. With a Tier 5 Cyberdeck and hacks like Synapse Burnout or Short Circuit, you can clear entire buildings without entering. The Overclock mechanic lets you spend health instead of RAM for devastating hack chains.

Best with: Militech Paraline Cyberdeck, Tier 5++ Quickhacks, Netrunner Suit Stat focus: Intelligence 20 > Cool 15 > Body 12 > Technical Ability

Solo (S-Tier)

A Body/Reflexes combat monster that combines Berserk cyberware with shotguns or melee weapons for devastating close-range damage. The Adrenaline Rush perk tree in Body provides insane survivability with health regen and armor bonuses. Gorilla Arms or Mantis Blades complete the chrome-warrior fantasy.

Best with: Militech Berserk, Gorilla Arms or Mantis Blades, Erebus SMG Stat focus: Body 20 > Reflexes 18 > Cool 12

Techie (A-Tier)

Technical Ability build focused on tech weapons that charge shots through cover and crafting the best gear. Bolt weapons like the Achilles Precision Rifle or Breakthrough Power Sniper can one-shot through walls. The Edgerunner perk lets you exceed cyberware capacity at the cost of health.

Best with: Achilles Precision Rifle, Comrade's Hammer, Tier 5 Cyberware Stat focus: Technical Ability 20 > Reflexes 15 > Body 12

Nomad (B-Tier)

Not a traditional class but a lifepath that gives unique dialogue options and a backstory. As a build, Nomad players often go Cool/Reflexes for a gunslinger feel. The Cool tree's Focus and Ninjutsu branches enable stealth with throwing knives and silenced weapons.

Best with: Overwatch Sniper Rifle, Sandevistan, Optical Camo Stat focus: Cool 20 > Reflexes 18 > Body 10

Corpo (B-Tier)

A lifepath rather than a mechanical build, Corpo gives unique dialogue options in corporate settings. Often paired with a Reflexes/Cool build for the 'stylish assassin' fantasy. The Sandevistan cyberware (slows time by 80%) combined with katanas creates the iconic Edgerunner anime playstyle.

Best with: Satori Katana, QianT Sandevistan Mk.4, Monowire Stat focus: Reflexes 20 > Cool 16 > Body 14

Equipment Rankings

Equipment Analysis

Skippy: A talking smart pistol found in an alleyway in Vista Del Rey. It auto-aims at heads or legs depending on your initial choice (picks the opposite after 50 kills). One of the most fun weapons in the game with full voice acting and a quest tied to returning it to its owner.

Widow Maker: An iconic tech precision rifle obtained from Nash during the Panam questline. It fires two charged shots that can penetrate walls and apply poison. The charge mechanic means each shot hits extremely hard, making it one of the best sniping weapons.

Overwatch: Panam's iconic suppressed sniper rifle given to you during her questline. It has built-in silencer, making it the best stealth sniper. Deals massive headshot damage and doesn't alert enemies on kill. Cannot be bought, only earned through the main Panam storyline.

Comrade's Hammer: A tech revolver that fires one shot per cylinder but that shot does absolutely massive damage and penetrates walls. Found from a specific NCPD scanner hustle in Arroyo. With Technical Ability perks, a single charged shot can deal 50,000+ damage.

Erebus: An iconic SMG added in the Phantom Liberty expansion, obtained in Dogtown. It fires incredibly fast, generates quickhack uploads on hit, and synergizes with Sandevistan for bullet-time spraying. One of the best weapons for hybrid combat/hacking builds.

Meta Analysis

The current meta in Cyberpunk 2077 centers on cyberware upgrades and quickhacking. Builds that leverage both systems outperform those that focus on only one.

What's strong right now:

• Netrunner with Skippy is the benchmark. Everything else is measured against it.
• vehicle combat builds are gaining ground as players find new synergies.
• Techie remains essential for learning hard content.

What's underrated:

• Solo is consistently overlooked despite being the most flexible option.
• Overwatch offers excellent performance for its investment level.

What's overhyped:

• Pure Corpo builds. High ceiling but the consistency isn't there for most players.

Quick Picks by Situation

For full build guides, see Cyberpunk 2077 builds. For progression help, check the walkthrough.