Cyberpunk 2: 10 Great Gangs That Must Be Included In 2077's Sequel

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Gangs make up the majority of the enemies in . From the beastly Animals to the chrome-happy members of Maelstrom, these characters populate the map with random encounters and act as goons for the real antagonists of the game. The gangs in Night City need to be interesting for the game to work, and they are, but there are many other options for violent groups within the setting.

started out as a TTRPG and hastons of lore and groups of characters that have yet to appear in video game form. That means there are many options for CD Projekt Red to include in the inevitable sequel to the role-playing game, pulled from the tabletop source material. These ten gangs would make fun and interesting enemies, as well as potential allies in any future content.

The gangs within world are often divided into groups, based on their behavior and the goals they center around.Chromer gangs, like the Steel Slaughter Slammers, are themed around music, for example. These gangs see their favorite bands as prophets and take the lyrics of their songs as gospel to be fulfilled to the letter.

Tons of little details about Night City and the world of Cyberpunk 2077 exist within the scanner hustles found throughout the open world.

The Steel Slaughter Slammers worship a rock band called Total Anarchy, and for that reason, fit into the aesthetic of quite nicely. Rock and rebellion are core parts of the game's identity, and Johnny Silverhand's character struggles with the meaning of his own actions as a rock star. The Slammers could represent the moral problems with blind idolatry and literal interpretations of guiding texts, in a way that feels right at home within grungy Night City.

The Piranhas are featured heavily in and are a perfect example of a party gang. These guys are all about a constant party lifestyle: drinking, dancing, and casually committing violent crimes. They care little for long-term plans, wealth, or power, living entirely in the moment. Seeking feel-good moments is one of their