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The guide discusses how to add weapon modifications (mods) in Cyberpunk 2077 and some of the best ones available in-game.
Modding a weapon in Cyberpunk 2077 involves filling in any of the available slots on a weapon with modifications. These can add various effects or increase the stats of the weapon they are attached to.
How to add modifications to weapons
Adding modifications to weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 requires you to open the in-game menu, select Inventory, and then Weapons. You need to choose the weapon, the empty mod sock, and then the available mod that you want to install. Check out the tier of the mod before applying.
To add modifications to a weapon in Cyberpunk 2077, follow these steps:
- Open up the in-game menu and go to Inventory.
- Navigate to Weapons and select the one you want to add modifications to.
- Provided the weapon has an empty mod slot, you can click on it and then select the available mods for the same.
Can you replace or unequip mods from weapons?
You cannot replace or unequip mods from weapons in Cyberpunk 2077. This was possible before Patch 2.0 and the mechanic has since been removed. Now, you will notice a “Slot Already Filled” notification coming up if you try to replace an already-installed weapon mod with another one. There is an exception to this norm though, namely the Chimera Mods.
What are Chimera Mods?
Chimera Mods (Firecracker, Wallpuncher, Hackatomy, Severance) are special modifications that are made from the Active Chimera Core. They can be unequipped from weapons. You can get the Active Chimera Core after defeating the Militech Chimera during the Spider and the Fly mission (Phantom Liberty Main Job). You get only one Active Chimera Core per playthrough and thus can craft only one of the available Chimera Mods.
Best weapon modifications in Cyberpunk 2077
Cyclone, Wallpuncher, and Equalizer are some of the best weapon modifications in Cyberpunk 2077 during our playthrough. Cyclone allows you to make unlimited combo attacks from 2-4 seconds while performing a Sprint Attack along with a successful attack adding a +5% attack speed buff for 2 seconds. This mod can be a significant part of a melee build lover’s arsenal.
Wallpuncher requires you to have played the Phantom Liberty DLC and defeated the Militech Chimera to get the Active Chimera Core. It provides the option to charge a weapon to 200% of its capacity, along with +100% armor penetration and no penalty for penetrating cover. Finally, Equalizer gives you an added edge when facing Elite enemies, adding +4-20% damage.
Best Weapon Modification List for Cyberpunk 2077
Below is a list of the best weapon modification for Cyberpunk 2077:
Cyclone
- Effects: When you do a Sprint Attack, the mod lets you make unlimited combo attacks for 2 to 4 seconds. During this, each successful attack provides +5% attack speed for 2 seconds. The buff can stack from 2 to 7 times, providing a max attack speed boost of +10-35%.
- Where to get: Melee Weapon Vendors (Tier 1-3) [rare]
- Type: Melee Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Tier 1
- Why we like it: This is perfect for melee build lovers. You get to create a whirlwind of sharp blades as you engage your enemies with Sprint Attack, while successful attacks providing further stackable buffs.
Wallpuncher
- Effects: The mod lets you charge the weapon to 200% of its capacity without impacting the charge time. It also provides +100% Armor Penetration and has no penalty when penetrating cover.
- Where to get: Chimera Mod made from Active Chimera Core (Phantom Liberty DLC)
- Type: Tech Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Iconic
- Why we like it: It is our favorite mod that you can craft from the Active Chimera Core. The 200% capacity charging bonus and the no penalty for penetrating cover make it an extremely valuable addition. Keep in mind this is a Chimera Mod and only one can be active during a playthrough.
Equalizer
- Effects: The mod adds +4-20% damage when facing up against Elite enemies.
- Where to get: Weapon Vendors (Tier 1-3) / Airdrops (Tier 3+)
- Type: Ranged Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Tier 1
- Why we like it: We like this mod as it allows you to have a slightly easier time against high-level enemies. Cyberpunk 2077 is filled with significant threats all around and the Equalizer mod gives you a fighting chance.
Additional Weapon Modifciations
Other great weapon modifications in Cyberpunk 2077 that we found during our playthrough that you can try out are:
Zero-G
- Effects: The mod increases effective range by +10-50% and removes the effect of gravity from the projectile’s trajectory.
- Where to get: Melee Weapon Vendor (Jackson Plains, West Wind Estate) [rare]
- Type: Throwable Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Tier 3
- Why we like it: Depending on your build and playstyle, a Zero-G will allow to be more creative with your combat without having to account for the trajectories of your projectiles.
Firecracker
- Effects: The mod makes weapon rounds explode on impact.
- Where to get: Chimera Mod made from Active Chimera Core (Phantom Liberty DLC)
- Type: Power Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Iconic
- Why we like it: What’s not to like with mini bombs going off as the rounds hit their target. Keep in mind this is a Chimera Mod and only one can be active during a playthrough.
Hackatomy
- Effects: The mod provides a +5% chance of applying a quickhack on the body part hit.
- Where to get: Chimera Mod made from Active Chimera Core (Phantom Liberty DLC)
- Type: Smart Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Iconic
- Why we like it: Melee build lovers will have a hack-of-a-time with this mod with the added chance of applying a quickhack. This can open up different positive outcomes for players during combat if enemies get randomly impacted by a quickhack. Keep in mind this is a Chimera Mod and only one can be active during a playthrough.
Better Half
- Effects: The mod adds +10-20% crit damage chance to the second half of your weapon’s magazine.
- Where to get: Weapon Vendor provided level 40 or higher / Tier 4 Better Half mod dropped upon completing 1R-0NC-LAD quest
- Type: Ranged Weapon Mod
- Base Rarity: Tier 4
- Why we like it: While you will need to keep in mind that you should not spam reloads without finishing your magazine with this mod on, Better Half adds a happy boost as you shoot through half of your clip.
Other Considerations
When considering customizing your weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 with modifications, keep in mind the level of the weapon you are attaching the mod to. It will be counter-productive to attach such to low-level weapons since mods can’t be removed (other than the Chimera Mods). Similarly, you should try to craft/find higher tiers of the mods you prefer, if possible. You also need to see which of the weapon modifications available to you suit your current build and playstyle.
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