Cyberpunk 2077 Night City, is a neon-drenched metropolis teeming with corruption and chrome-clad dreams. In this unforgiving landscape, V, a mercenary with a past as murky as the city’s canals, gets embroiled in a web of political intrigue with “I Fought the Law,” a side job in Cyberpunk 2077. This seemingly simple investigation throws you headfirst into a conspiracy that could reshape the power dynamics of Night City.
Unlocking the Case: Requirements and Rewards
“I Fought the Law” isn’t available from the get-go. To gain access to this quest, you’ll need to complete a series of prerequisites:
- Main Story Progression: Reach Act 2 of the main story.
- Side Quests: Complete “Life During Wartime” for the Peralez family. Some sources suggest completing “Automatic Love” and “The Space In Between” might also be factors, but “Life During Wartime” seems to be the key trigger.
Once these conditions are met, Elizabeth Peralez, the wife of prominent businessman Jefferson Peralez, will contact V. The reward for cracking this case is a hefty sum of eddies (Night City’s currency) and a significant boost to your Street Cred, opening doors to more lucrative gigs in the future.
Cracking the Code: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Prepare to delve into a world of political manoeuvring and hidden agendas. Here’s a breakdown of the key steps in “I Fought the Law”:
- Meeting the Peralez Family: Head to the luxurious Peralez Penthouse after receiving Elizabeth’s call. The couple expresses their concerns about the recent, suspicious death of Night City’s Mayor, Rhyne. They suspect foul play and request V’s investigative skills to uncover the truth.
- Braindance Investigation: Elizabeth provides a Braindance, a technology that allows users to relive recorded experiences. This particular Braindance depicts a prior assassination attempt on Mayor Rhyne. Your objective is to analyze the Braindance for clues using the following layers:
- Audio Layer (0:15): Focus on the Mayor’s conversation to pick up on any inconsistencies or nervous undertones.
- Visual Layer (1:00): Scan the environment for any suspicious activity, like a shadowy figure lurking in the background.
- CCTV Monitor (1:00): Pay close attention to the security footage for any glitches or edits that might indicate tampering.
- Audio Layer (0:15): Focus on the Mayor’s conversation to pick up on any inconsistencies or nervous undertones.
- Following the Trail: Based on the information gleaned from the Braindance, you’ll have a lead – Detective River Ward. Head to Lizzie’s Bar to meet River and discuss your findings. This encounter sets the stage for further investigation.
- Tyger Claw Trouble: The trail leads you to a warehouse controlled by the Tyger Claws, a notorious gang in Night City. Prepare for a firefight as you infiltrate the warehouse, taking down any hostiles that stand in your way.
- Unveiling the Red Queen’s Race: Within the warehouse, locate a hidden entrance leading to the Red Queen’s Race, an illegal and brutal cybernetic race. This brutal spectacle could hold vital clues to the conspiracy.
- A Meeting with Detective Han: Here, you’ll encounter Detective Han, who seems to have a vested interest in the case. The conversation can unfold in different ways depending on your dialogue choices.
- Back to the Peralezs: Return to the Peralez Penthouse to present your deductions. Here, the crux of the quest lies in formulating your theory about Mayor Rhyne’s death based on the gathered evidence. You’ll have three options:
- Accident and Cover-Up: Suggest that the death was an accident, but the NCPD (Night City Police Department) covered it up to maintain order.
- Holt’s Mastermind: Point the finger at Richard Holt, a corporate bigwig with a potential motive to eliminate the Mayor.
- Braindance Tampering: Allege that the Braindance itself was manipulated to hide the true cause of death.
- Accident and Cover-Up: Suggest that the death was an accident, but the NCPD (Night City Police Department) covered it up to maintain order.
The consequences of your choice will influence the quest’s outcome and your relationship with the Peralez family.
FAQs
Q. How do I unlock the “I Fought the Law” gig?
There isn’t a definitive answer, but most players unlocked it after completing specific gigs for the Peralezes:
- Life During Wartime (confirmed requirement)
- Automatic Love (possible requirement)
- The Space In Between (possible requirement)
It might also be tied to in-game time progression or reaching a certain Street Cred level.
Q. What happens in “I Fought the Law”?
The Peralezes, a wealthy couple in Night City, hire you to investigate the death of Mayor Rhyne. They suspect foul play and want you to analyze a Braindance of a previous assassination attempt. Your investigation will lead you down a web of corporate intrigue, forcing you to make tough decisions with lasting consequences.
Q. How to solve the Braindance puzzles?
Focus on these key points during the Braindance:
- Audio Layer (0:15): Listen to the Mayor’s conversation for clues.
- Visual Layer (1:00): Look for a shadowy figure and a specific CCTV monitor.
Q. Who is River Ward in “I Fought the Law”?
River Ward is an NCPD detective you might encounter during your investigation. Depending on your choices, you can develop a working relationship or even a romance with him.
Q. How to deal with the Tyger Claws gang?
You’ll face Tyger Claws at some point. You can choose to fight them, use stealth to avoid them, or even try to bribe them.
Q. What are the different endings in “I Fought the Law”?
Multiple endings depend on the information you share with the Peralezes and the choices you make throughout the quest. Your decisions can impact Night City’s political landscape.
Q. Is there a way to get a perfect ending?
There’s no single “perfect” ending. Each choice has its own consequences, shaping the narrative and character relationships.
Q. Are there any missables in “I Fought the Law”?
While the main story beats remain, some dialogue options and relationship development opportunities might be missed depending on your choices.
Q. Looking for a more detailed walkthrough?
Several resources offer detailed walkthroughs for “I Fought the Law,” including:
- PC Gamer Cyberpunk 2077 I Fought The Law quest guide
- Gamerant How to Complete I Fought the Law in Cyberpunk 2077
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