I wish Cyberpunk 2077 had multiplayer so I could play it with my wife

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It’s no secret that I’m in love with Cyberpunk 2077. I’m closing in on nearly 200 hours of playtime, and that’s just one run. However, one thing that could make this experience even better is being able to play a multiplayer version with my wife.

While Cyberpunk 2077 was initially going to have a multiplayer component, it vanished like a fart in the wind. However, that hasn’t stopped me from fantasizing about what could have been. Plus, I also need to justify my obsession by getting her into this universe.

For me, the biggest draw to getting her into the world of Cyberpunk isn’t just spending time together but exploring a story together. Sure, we watch movies and shows together, listen to podcasts and audiobooks, and discuss everything mentioned afterward. However, being able to actively determine a compelling narrative together? That sounds amazing.

While I understand this could be done with one of us playing while the other watches, this creates a disconnect, however slight, with the person not playing. I want her to see and feel Night City as I have. I want her to stumble across side missions and characters, build relationships, and take on the mighty corporations. I want her to come to her own conclusions about mysteries like the Peralez family or who Mr. Blue Eyes could be.

It’s akin to showing someone your favorite movie. This time, though, they’re taking a starring role. By taking a page from the TTRPG, I could drop in as a random merc and back my lady’s V as she works her way up from Watson to the top of Arasaka Tower. Ultimately, it’s her story. I just want to be there, taking down cyberpsychos along the way as she navigates the various dilemmas this world has to offer.

Cyberpunk 2077 isn’t one of those games