How to build full melee boxer-style V in Cyberpunk 2077

There’re a lot of traits and pathways you can go down in Cyberpunk 2077, and even though the melee combat system was rough when the game first launched, with continuous updates and mods it’s really looking up. So if this is your type of combat, follow this guide and you’ll be able to build a full melee V. 

One of the coolest things about Cyberpunk 2077 is the thousands of different combinations you can splice together to create a truly unique V. We’ve got a list of the best perks and attributes to take your V build to the level, but there’s also a new path you can follow: full on melee.

If you’re feeling like a little fish in a big pond when it comes to Night City’s futuristic style weaponry and combat, sometimes it’s best to revert back to what you know. Not only this, the full melee build is perfect for smashing your opponents in different organized fights across town, but it has some other perks too.

Are you ready to go full melee style? Here’s everything you need to do to make it happen in Cyberpunk 2077.

What perks and attributes to level up

If you’re in the mood to mow down your enemies Hulk style as an indestructible, unstoppable V then you’ll need to follow these levelling steps.

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The main prerequisite is that you have mainly built up the body attribute, which makes a lot of sense considering this V build relies on raw power.

In order to go full have to level:

Body

Athletics

• Regeneration
• Steel & Chrome
• Cardio Cure
• The Rock
• Steel Shell
• Pack Mule
• Like a Butterfly
• Epimorphosis

Street Brawler

• Flurry
• Opportune Strike
• Dazed
• Thrash
• Frenzy
• Payback
• Efficient Blows
• Crushing Blows
• Rush

What Cyberware do I need?

The main Cyberware that you’ll need to crush your opponents are the ones located in the Skeleton section. While others such as Shock-N-Awe, Bionic Lungs, Titanium Bones and Subdermal Armor will help you out, the main cyberware are below.

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In order to fully transform into a rumbling behemoth, you’ll need:

• Gorilla Arms – these are key. They enhance your physical damage, as well as helping you build up charge with your punches so that your heavy attack will send enemies flying. They also let you rip open closed door and rip turrets to shreds.
• Reinforced Tendons – while these are insanely expensive, the ability to double jump is essential to melee combat.

To find out exactly what all of these mysterious upgrades do, check out our Cyberware Guide here.

So if you fancy trundling around Night City as a human tank, this build is a must for you. Not only this, it’s a very different way to experience a game which is built around technology and gunplay. Take your destiny into your own hands, just like V, and do something different.

So, there you have it — that’s all you need to know in order to build a full melee boxer-style V in Cyberpunk 2077. For more knowledge on the game, be sure to check our other content and guides:

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