Brian and Liz dive into one of the most pivotal moments in Cyberpunk 2077: the morning after Act 1. They explore V’s first steps into the open world, the key relationships that define the game’s emotional core, and the momentous introduction to Dexter DeShawn. As they break down the interactions with Jackie, Misty, and Vic, they reflect on how these characters shape V’s journey—and whether Dex’s job is really all it seems.

Key Points

• V Wakes Up in Night City: Now V’s in post-Act 1, Brian and Liz spend time exploring the significance of V’s apartment, early interactions, and the foreshadowing hidden in plain sight.
• Meet the Core Cast: The core characters that play fundamental roles in V’s journey: Jackie, Misty, and Viktor. Liz and Brian break down their relationships, from Jackie’s undying loyalty to Misty’s wisdom and Vic’s unwavering support.
• The Dexter DeShawn Meeting: V’s first encounter with Night City’s infamous fixer sparks questions about his real motives, manipulation tactics, and whether Dexter Deshawn truly can be trusted.

Gigs Mentioned: The Ripperdoc, The Ride

Key Characters: Jackie Welles, Misty Olszewski, Viktor Vektor, Dexter Deshawn, Regina Jones 

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Welcome to The Corpo and Streetkid, a fan-made podcast about Cyberpunk 2077, the video game, where married couple Brian and Liz share their love and experiences four years later.

Thank you to CDProjekt Red and Mike Pondsmith for giving us a world that has moved us, inspired us, and gave us a thing of beauty that will never fade away. 

Learn about Audio Loaf Media: https://www.audioloafmedia.com

See you next week, chooms.

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This is an unofficial fan work and is not approved/endorsed by CD PROJEKT RED.