Cyberpunk 2077: Run This Town Quest Guide - Netrunner Stealth Build Welcome, fellow netrunners and chrome junkies, to XenGamer.

Welcome, fellow netrunners and chrome junkies, to XenGamer.com’s definitive guide to tackling the “Run This Town” quest in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. As a seasoned player who’s explored every nook and cranny of Night City (and now Dogtown), I’m here to provide you with a no-fluff, practical walkthrough optimized for a stealthy Netrunner build. "Run This Town" quest involves navigating a complex political landscape, and trust me, a Netrunner is the perfect operator for this gig. Forget brute force; we're talking information warfare, subtle manipulation, and non-lethal solutions – all hallmarks of the ultimate digital ghost. Let's dive in and become the invisible hand shaping Dogtown's future.

Building Your Netrunner for "Run This Town"

Before stepping foot in Dogtown, let's optimize your V for maximum efficiency. "Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty Netrunner build guide" is the backbone of this quest, allowing us to ghost through enemy territory and bend systems to our will.

Stats and Perks

Prioritize the following stats, especially if you're level 40 or higher:

• Intelligence (20): Your bread and butter for quickhacks and RAM. Crucial for accessing systems and controlling the battlefield.
• Reflexes (16): Mobility is key. The ability to move quickly and quietly is vital for stealth.
• Technical Ability (18): Crafting high-level quickhacks and installing top-tier cyberware requires significant technical prowess.
• Body (8): We're not going toe-to-toe. A minimal investment for survivability.
• Cool (4): Optional, but can be useful for dialogue checks and stealth perks.

Image of a Netrunner character's stat screen, highlighting high Intelligence (20), Reflexes (16), and Technical Ability (18), demonstrating the key attributes required for this build.

Cyberware Essentials

Your cyberware is your arsenal. These augmentations are non-negotiable for a stealthy Netrunner:

• Cyberdeck: Tetratronic Rippler Mk.4: This cyberdeck is king for spreading quickhacks and regenerating RAM quickly. It is essential for optimal damage and crowd control.
• Frontal Cortex: Arasaka Mk.5 Optical Camo: The cornerstone of our stealth approach. It allows you to turn invisible for short periods, crucial for infiltrating secure locations.
• Skeleton: Reinforced Tendons (Legendary): Improved jump height for reaching advantageous positions.
• Nervous System: Biodyne Mk.4 Kerenzikov: Slow down time after dodging, allowing you to line up headshots or reposition yourself. A great option for extra safety.

Image of the recommended cyberware loadout, showcasing the Tetratronic Rippler Mk.4 Cyberdeck, Arasaka Mk.5 Optical Camo, and Biodyne Mk.4 Kerenzikov, the key components for a stealthy Netrunner build.

Quickhacks: Your Digital Arsenal

Master these quickhacks, and you'll be an unstoppable force:

• Contagion (Legendary): Spreads to multiple enemies, dealing significant damage over time. Excellent for thinning out groups.
• Short Circuit (Legendary): Highly effective against robots and drones. A must-have for dealing with automated defenses.
• System Reset (Legendary): A non-lethal takedown that knocks enemies unconscious. Vital for maintaining a clean conscience.
• Memory Wipe (Legendary): Erase an enemy's short-term memory, allowing you to slip past unnoticed.
• Reboot Optics (Legendary): Temporarily blind enemies, creating openings for stealth takedowns or infiltration.

Prioritize upgrading these quickhacks to Tier 5++ for maximum effectiveness, range, and duration.

"Run This Town" Quest Walkthrough: Stealth Netrunner Edition

Now, let's get down to business. Here’s a step-by-step guide to navigating the "Run This Town quest guide," optimized for our Netrunner build:

1. Meeting Mr. Hands

Begin by meeting Mr. Hands at the Heavy Hearts Club in Dogtown. This sets the stage for the entire quest line. He'll task you with mediating between Bree Larson and Aurore Cassel, the two candidates vying for control of Dogtown after Kurt Hansen's demise.

2. Gathering Intel: The Key to Control

Information is power. We need to gather intel on both Bree and Aurore to make an informed decision.

• Infiltrating Strongholds: Use Reboot Optics to blind guards, followed by Memory Wipe to ensure they don't remember seeing you. Use Optical Camo to move undetected past security cameras and patrols. System Reset is your go-to for non-lethal takedowns when necessary. Look for opportunities to use environment to your advantage. Overload electrical panels and disable automated turrets.

An overhead map of Dogtown, clearly labeled with the locations of Bree Larson's and Aurore Cassel's strongholds, indicating routes for stealth infiltration using Netrunner skills.

3. Choice 1: Bree or Aurore?

This is where things get interesting. You need to decide who you'll support. Your decision shapes the future of Dogtown.

• Supporting Bree: The riskier path, but potentially more rewarding. Your task is to frame Aurore for collaborating with outside forces. Use your cyberdeck to manipulate security systems and plant false recordings.
  • Accessing Security Hubs: Use quickhacks to gain access to security hubs. Utilize camera controls for perfect surveillance. Upload a custom Datamine Virus to the security network to collect incriminating data on Aurore.
• Supporting Aurore: The more stable option. Sabotage Bree's operations to cripple her chances.
  • Disrupting Operations: Corrupt her data streams and disrupt her communication network with Contagion. Infiltrate her network hub disguised with Optical Camo, and upload a Reboot Netwatch daemon to shut down her operations, causing significant operational losses.

4. Dealing with Jago

Jago is a wildcard that could cause problems no matter who you support.

• Persuasion or Subdual: You can try to persuade or bribe him, but a Netrunner approach is cleaner. Use Memory Wipe quickhack to distract him during the persuasion check. Follow that with System Reset to knock him out and remove him from the equation non-lethally.

5. Final Decision: Shaping Dogtown's Future

Based on the intel you've gathered and the actions you've taken, make your final decision. This choice has long-term consequences for Dogtown.

• Aurore: Promises more stable operations, but may lack the ambition to truly shake things up.
• Bree: A riskier game, but potentially greater rewards. Be prepared for more conflict and instability.

Screenshot showing the player making the final choice between Bree and Aurore, with dialogue options clearly visible, highlighting the consequences of each choice for the future of Dogtown.

Tips and Tricks for Netrunners in Dogtown

Here are some additional tips to maximize your effectiveness as a Netrunner in Dogtown:

• Optical Camo Mastery: The Arasaka Mk.5 Optical Camo is your best friend. Combine it with crouch-walking and quickhacks for maximum stealth.
• Environmental Hacks: Exploit the environment. Disable cameras, manipulate turrets, and trigger distractions to create openings. Look for electrical panels to overload and create a diversion.
• Crafting is Key: Crafting high-level quickhacks is crucial. Invest skill points into Technical Ability and purchase crafting specs from Netrunner vendors in Dogtown.
• Exploit Enemy Weaknesses: Use specific quickhacks against certain enemy types. For example, Short Circuit is highly effective against robots and drones, while Overheat deals massive damage to unarmored enemies.
• Consequences Matter: Be aware of the consequences of your actions. Every choice has a ripple effect on the story and the fate of Dogtown. Make sure to quicksave before each major choice.

PC-Specific Optimization for Cyberpunk 2077

Playing Cyberpunk 2077 on PC with Ray Tracing Overdrive is a visual feast, but it demands serious hardware. Here are some tips to optimize your performance:

• DLSS 3 Frame Generation: If you have an RTX 40 series card, enable DLSS Frame Generation for a massive performance boost. Set DLSS to "Quality" mode for optimal visual fidelity.
• Path Tracing (Ray Tracing Overdrive): Experiment with different DLSS Quality settings (Quality, Balanced, Performance) to find a balance between visual fidelity and frame rate. For RTX 4080 and above, Quality is recommended. For RTX 4070 and below, Balanced or Performance may be necessary.
• CPU Bottleneck: If you are experiencing CPU limitations, reduce crowd density to "Low", lower the number of concurrent NPCs in the game settings, and ensure you have RAM speed above 3600MHz.

Screenshot of the Cyberpunk 2077 graphics settings, showcasing DLSS Frame Generation enabled, Path Tracing (Ray Tracing Overdrive) set to "Quality", and Crowd Density set to "Low" for optimal performance on PC.

• FG Tweaks (.ini edits): Navigate to Cyberpunk 2077\engine\config\platform\pc\rendering\. Edit raytracing.ini to reduce the number of bounces and shadows cast to improve FPS at the cost of visual fidelity. Specifically, try lowering MaxRayRecursionDepth to 3 and NumRayTracingShadows to 2.
• Ensure your Nvidia drivers are version 537.58 or later for optimal Ray Tracing performance.

Understanding Dogtown's Factions:

Barghest: the military faction running Dogtown, now fractured after Kurt Hansen's death.

Image of the Barghest faction from Cyberpunk 2077.

Endings and Rewards: What to Expect

Completing "Run This Town" shapes the future of Dogtown and provides unique rewards, including access to exclusive vendors and powerful cyberware mods. Here's what you can expect depending on your choices:

• Supporting Aurore: She might be more inclined to help V later on in the storyline due to her gratitude and may provide more lucrative contracts. Expect more stable operations but less influence.
• Supporting Bree: Could get you access to the black market operations which might grant access to powerful cyberware. Be ready for more conflict.

Access to Exclusive Vendors: Herold Lowe, the black market vendor, and increased access to other black market goods depending on your choice.

A screenshot of Herold Lowe, the black market vendor, that becomes accessible after completing the Run This Town quest, enabling players to acquire rare cyberware and mods.

Who is Jago in the Run This Town Quest?

Jago is an optional boss character that can be confronted during the Run This Town Quest. You can persuade, bribe, or fight Jago. However, as a Netrunner with non-lethal tactics you can use Memory Wipe quickhack to distract him during the persuasion check. Follow that with System Reset to knock him out and remove him from the equation non-lethally.

This image depicts the confrontation with Jago in the Run This Town quest. The character is shown about to be hit with a system reset quickhack, ensuring a non-lethal approach, consistent with the Netrunner build.

What are the consequences of your decisions in Run This Town?

Your decisions in "Run This Town" have a significant impact on the power dynamics within Dogtown. Supporting Aurore results in more stable operations and a potentially stronger alliance for V. If Bree is in charge there are potentially greater rewards in the long run, but instability is almost certain.

Understanding Run This Town Netrunner difficulties

Difficulty largely comes down to the stealth sections when attempting to gather information. As a Netrunner, the high Intelligence and quickhacks will ease this. However, enemies will have upgraded cyberware that can spot you faster.

Image depicts a stealth gameplay scenario in Cyberpunk 2077, reflecting the Netrunner's ability to use quickhacks and cyberware to remain undetected during crucial infiltration sequences.

Conclusion

"Run This Town" is a defining quest in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. As a Netrunner, you're uniquely positioned to shape the future of Dogtown with your skills in stealth, manipulation, and digital warfare. The choices you make will determine who leads Dogtown and what kind of future awaits its citizens. The ending reflects the choices you've made, with potential alliances and betrayals depending on who you support. Now get out there, ghost through those systems, and make your mark on Dogtown. The fate of Dogtown is in your hands, choom.

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