Top 10 Iconic Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC
Cyberpunk 2077 Iconic weapons and Phantom Liberty expansion add thrilling, unique arms that redefine Night City combat in 2026.
Even in 2026, the neon-drenched streets of Night City hold plenty of secrets for those willing to look. Cyberpunk 2077 has always delighted completionists with its collection of Iconic weapons – uniquely named firearms and melee tools that not only look the part but also bring devastating extra abilities to any firefight. When the Phantom Liberty expansion dropped back in 2023, followed by the game-changing free Update 2.0, the arsenal expanded in ways that still have mercs talking years later. From spy-thriller missions inside Dogtown’s walls to shady black market vendors and high-risk airdrops, V had more ways than ever to get their hands on something truly special. Many of these weapons continue to define builds and dominate combat encounters, so if you are dusting off your mantis blades for another run through the adventure, here are ten Iconic weapons you absolutely need to track down.
10. Murphy’s Law: Iconic One-Handed Club
When the universe wants to remind you that anything that can go wrong will, you might as well weaponize the sentiment. Murphy’s Law is an Iconic One-Handed Club that embodies chaos theory with every swing. It comes with a hefty +50% armor penetration buff, but the real charm is its special feature: a sky-high probability of adding an extra dose of misery to your enemies in the form of shock, bleed, or stun effects. Landing a hit often means watching an unfortunate target seize up, start leaking red, or simply freeze on the spot. The club can be looted from Kurt Hansen’s lieutenants during the mission “Firestarter,” making it one of those rewards you earn by staying sharp in a heated story moment. For players running a brawler or hybrid build, Murphy’s Law offers a delightful way to turn every scuffle into a roll of the dice.
9. Hawk: Iconic Power Assault Rifle
It is not every day that the President of the New United States personally hands you a gun, but in the early mission “Lucretia My Reflection,” that is exactly what happens – sort of. President Myers uses the Hawk to devastating effect before nonchalantly leaving it leaning against a box as if it were a forgotten umbrella. This Iconic Power Assault Rifle is a headshot monster, dishing out +175% headshot damage and +25% armor penetration. More than that, Hawk carries a unique debilitation mechanic: enemies struck by its rounds lose their balance, become marked, have their damage output slashed, and find themselves unable to use abilities. In practice, V can turn the tide of a room sweep by popping a few rounds into the biggest threat and then watching that threat stumble around helplessly. It is a rewarding pick for players who like to control the battlefield without relying solely on quickhacks.
8. Nehan: Iconic Knife
Stealth enthusiasts and knife-throwing aficionados were handed a true gem with Nehan. Priced at 110,638 credits from the Dogtown Black Market Vendor, this petite blade belies its deadly capabilities. Nehan offers bonus melee damage, a +30% Bleeding chance, and a staggering +150% Headshot Damage Multiplier when thrown. Where it really shines, though, is in its synergy with another Iconic weapon – Satori. If an enemy is already bleeding from a Satori strike, a follow-up with Nehan triggers a hemorrhage effect that drains the target’s health while simultaneously regenerating V’s own. Suddenly, knife fights become less about poking holes and more about a vampiric dance of death. For those who love to lurk in the shadows and pick off enemies one by one, Nehan remains a must-buy from the black market, offering a lifesteal mechanic that feels both elegant and ruthless.
7. Ogou: Iconic Smart Pistol
Smart weapons already make life easier by finding their own targets, but Ogou takes that convenience and wraps it in a fiery, explosive package. This Iconic Smart Pistol is not only a stat monster – +50% Headshot Damage Multiplier, +25% Armor Penetration, +50% Crit Damage, and a snappy 1.2-second Lock-on Time – but it also fires two explosive rounds per trigger pull with a high chance of dismemberment. Few pistols in the game, iconic or otherwise, bring explosive ammunition to the table, let alone with smart-tracking capabilities. Watching a group of Scavs get turned into a burst of limbs and sparks never gets old. Ogou drops from the Robot R MK2 boss during the Gig “Treating Symptoms,” so players who take on that side job are rewarded with what might be the most entertaining sidearm in the entire expansion. In 2026, you will still find clips online of mercs giggling as this little pistol turns the tide of a tight encounter.
6. Wild Dog: Iconic Power Light Machine Gun
The king of Dogtown does not carry a weapon that disappoints. Wild Dog is Kurt Hansen’s personal Iconic Power Light Machine Gun, and V can pry it from his cold, dead hands if they choose to take the fight to the warlord himself. With an +85% headshot damage multiplier and +25% armor penetration, Wild Dog sprays down adversaries with an authority that matches its owner’s reputation. Its hidden talent, however, is what makes it unforgettable: when the ammunition runs dry, Wild Dog becomes a devastating melee club that deals impressive blunt damage. There is something profoundly satisfying about spending your last cartridge, rushing an enemy, and then cracking skulls with the very same weapon. For builds that favor sustained firepower but want a contingency plan when things get personal, Wild Dog offers a seamless transition from suppressor to cudgel.
5. Rasetsu: Iconic Tech Sniper Rifle
Given how often V ends up staring down a scope, having a sniper rifle that does something extraordinary is a treat. Rasetsu is a Tech Sniper Rifle earned during the mission “You Know My Name” after taking control of a turret – a sequence that already puts V in the sharpshooter’s seat. This weapon boasts +300% headshot damage and +50% armor penetration, numbers that will floor most enemies in a single shot. The true magic, though, is in the charged shots. When you hold the trigger and release a fully charged round, the projectile not only penetrates the primary target but can actually change direction mid-flight to strike multiple foes in a single pull. Imagine lining up a shot on a pointman, only to watch the bullet arc behind cover and tag two of his buddies hiding in the wings. Rasetsu turns sniping into a geometric artform, and even in 2026 players are still finding new angles to chain-kill entire squads with one bullet.
4. Her Majesty: Iconic Power Pistol
Style often matters as much as stopping power, and Her Majesty brings both in spades. Gifted to V by Alex after a poignant discussion about saving Songbird, this Iconic Power Pistol is as elegant as its name suggests. It has a slower attack speed compared to other handguns, but the trade-off is raw power and a killer gimmick: when Optical Camo is active, Her Majesty gains perfect accuracy and guaranteed headshot critical hits. Stealth-focused builds can cloak, line up a shot, and drop even the toughest special enemies with surgical precision. The synergy with cyberware that extends camo duration makes this weapon a favorite for assassins who prefer a single, clean elimination over a messy firefight. Two years after its introduction, Her Majesty still reigns as the go-to choice for operatives who believe that the best gunfight is the one they win before the enemy knows they were there.
3. Errata: Iconic Thermal Katana
Update 2.0 gave melee enthusiasts a reason to retool their builds, and Errata sits near the top of that list. This Iconic Thermal Katana became available through Dogtown vendors once Phantom Liberty launched, and its beauty is more than skin deep. The blade features a Nano Filament Heated edge that gives every slash a +30% burn chance, and when an enemy does catch fire, any subsequent hits are guaranteed critical damage. The result is a vicious cycle of ignition and annihilation that makes Errata a superb choice for players who like to get close and personal. Enemies who would normally shrug off a katana swing suddenly find themselves panicking and flailing as flames eat away at their health bar. Combine Errata with a Sandevistan and watch the world slow down while you paint a corridor in fire trails. Even in 2026, the thermal katana remains a top-tier pick for the modern ronin.
2. Order: Iconic Tech Shotgun
If you have ever wanted to delete everything standing in a straight line, Order is your new best friend. This Iconic Tech Shotgun, available from black market vendors in Dogtown, looks like a double-barreled monster and behaves exactly as you would hope. It comes with +100% armor penetration, but the standout feature is its charged shot mechanic: when the charge exceeds 66%, Order fires a massive blast that destroys every enemy in its line of fire and leaves behind an EMP trail that can short out nearby electronics and still-standing foes. This effectively turns the shotgun into a room-clearing cannon that punishes any enemy foolish enough to line up. In hectic fights, taking cover and releasing a fully charged Order shot can turn a desperate last stand into a textbook victory. It is especially beloved in 2026 among players who run Sandy-shotgun combos, since the slow-mo effect makes charging in safety trivially easy.
1. Gris-Gris: Iconic Tech Revolver
At the pinnacle of must-have Iconic weapons sits Gris-Gris, a Tech Revolver that feels like a prankster netrunner jammed a deck into a firearm and called it a day. Obtaining Gris-Gris requires a fair bit of legwork – a string of back-and-forth tasks that test your patience – but the reward is easily the most entertaining weapon in all of Cyberpunk 2077. Its base stats are solid: +150% headshot damage, +50% armor penetration, and a 0.75-second charge time. What makes it legendary, though, is that each hit has a chance to upload a random quickhack to the victim. One moment an enemy could go blind with a Reboot Optics, the next they might turn on their allies from a Cyberpsychosis hack, or simply catch fire because the game decided to be funny. The unpredictability turns every firefight into a roulette of chaos that never gets old. In 2026, entire community challenges revolve around clearing a gig using only Gris-Gris and seeing what madness ensues. The revolver also looks like a piece of voodoo art, covered in talismans and glowing elements. If you only chase one weapon from the Phantom Liberty era, make it this one – you will laugh, you will curse, and you will keep coming back for more.