📜 Cyberpunk 2077 Quests Guide — Chippin' In & Main Story Order
Complete quest guide: quest types overview, Chippin' In walkthrough with all rewards (Johnny's gun, Porsche, secret ending progress), main story quest order, and essential questing tips.
Published September 1, 2026 · Last updated September 2, 2026
Quick Answer: Quest Structure Overview
Cyberpunk 2077 features several types of content: Main Jobs (story quests that advance the core narrative), Side Jobs (longer character-driven optional quests, often multi-part), Gigs (shorter Fixer-assigned jobs), and other activities like NCPD Scanner Hustles, Cyberpsycho Sightings and Vehicle Contracts. There are roughly 30+ main story missions depending on path choices, plus the Phantom Liberty expansion main jobs. The Point of No Return is Nocturne Op55N1 — completing it locks you into the ending sequence, so finish all desired side content beforehand.
| Quest Type | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Main Jobs | Core narrative: V, the Relic, Johnny Silverhand, major factions | The Heist, Transmission, Nocturne Op55N1 |
| Side Jobs | Character-driven optional quests, often multi-part | Judy arc, Panam arc, Chippin' In, Blistering Love |
| Gigs | Fixer-assigned short jobs (combat, stealth, hacking) | Given by Regina, Wakako, Padre, Dino, Dakota, El Capitan |
| NCPD Hustles | Crime scenes, suspicious activity (skull icons) | Often drop iconic weapon crafting specs |
| Cyberpsycho Sightings | Dangerous cyberware-obsessed targets | Combat challenge, scales with level |
| Vehicle Contracts (PL) | Dogtown-exclusive vehicle retrieval | Given by El Capitan in Phantom Liberty |
Chippin' In: Complete Guide
Chippin' In is one of the most important optional quests in the game. It involves Johnny Silverhand and Rogue, grants powerful unique rewards, deepens the relationship with Johnny, is required for the secret ending (Don't Fear) The Reaper, and unlocks the follow-up side job Blistering Love.
| Step | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Unlock | Complete Search Destroy + Tapeworm heart-to-heart | During Tapeworm, agree to let Johnny take control to speak with Rogue |
| 2. Start | Go to the Afterlife in Little China | Speak to Johnny, select [Take Misty's pills] Ready |
| 3. A Cool Metal Fire | Interactive cutscene as Johnny | Dialogue choices here do NOT affect major outcomes. You receive Johnny's Aviators. |
| 4. Wait | ~1 in-game day | Rogue contacts you, gives replica of Johnny's Samurai Jacket |
| 5. Infiltrate | Travel to Northside docks (Ebunike ship) | Take out guards, confront Jeremiah Grayson |
| 6. Grayson Choice | ⚠️ Spar him ("Got lucky today") | Sparing him makes it easier to get the access card and Porsche directions |
| 7. Rewards | Claim Johnny's Malorian Arms 3516 + Porsche 911 | Iconic revolver + Johnny's car from the shipping container |
| 8. Oil Fields | Drive to Badlands, locate Johnny's grave | Critical dialogue for secret ending + Blistering Love unlock |
Chippin' In: Critical Oil Fields Dialogue
The dialogue at Johnny's grave in the oil fields is critical for maximizing Johnny's affinity and unlocking both the secret ending and Blistering Love. Follow this recommended sequence confirmed across multiple guides.
| Choice # | Recommended Option |
|---|---|
| 1 | [Sit] / Talk about the headstone |
| 2 | [Inscribe Johnny's initials] "Let's do something about that." |
| 3 | "The Guy who Saved My Life." |
| 4 | "Nah, fucked that up too." |
| 5 | "What do you want from me?" |
| 6 | "OK. But as second chances go, this is your last." |
| 7 | Additional friendly / understanding options about his past and Rogue |
| 8 | "Yeah, I'll call Rogue." |
Chippin' In: Complete Rewards
One of the highest-value side jobs in the game, Chippin' In grants multiple unique rewards that cannot be obtained elsewhere.
| Reward | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Johnny's Malorian Arms 3516 | Iconic Power Pistol | One of the best revolvers in the game, unique modifiers |
| Johnny's Porsche 911 II (930) Turbo | Free Vehicle | Real-world licensed classic, ~168 mph |
| Johnny's Samurai Jacket (replica) | Cosmetic | Given by Rogue at the Afterlife |
| Johnny's Aviators | Cosmetic | Received during A Cool Metal Fire |
| Secret Ending Progress | Quest Flag | Major contributor to (Don't Fear) The Reaper unlock |
| Blistering Love Unlock | Side Job | Continues the Rogue/Johnny storyline |
Main Story Quest Order (Simplified)
The main story is divided into Acts. Here is the simplified quest order for the base game.
| Act | Key Quests | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Prologue | Lifepath quest (Nomad/Streetkid/Corpo) | Unique per lifepath, sets up V's background |
| Act 1 | The Heist, The Ride, I Fought the Law, Playing for Time | Heist preparation and execution. Jackie's fate. |
| Act 2 (Branching) | Multiple paths: Judy/Evelyn, Panam/Aldecaldos, Takemura/Arasaka, Voodoo Boys | Order is flexible. Each path unlocks different allies and content. |
| Act 2 (Continued) | Transmission, Love Like Fire, Forward to Death | Voodoo Boys arc. Johnny relationship deepens. |
| Act 3 / Point of No Return | Nocturne Op55N1 | ⚠️ Locks you into ending sequence. Finish ALL side content first. |
| Endings | Multiple endings based on choices and allies | See /endings guide for full breakdown. |
Questing Tips
- Complete Side Jobs and Gigs before the Point of No Return (Nocturne Op55N1). You cannot return to them after.
- Many character arcs (Judy, Panam, River, Kerry, Rogue) have multiple parts — finish them fully for best rewards and endings.
- Gigs and NCPD hustles are excellent for Street Cred, money and Iconic weapon crafting specs.
- Dialogue choices with Johnny throughout the game (especially blue options) improve relationship and contribute to the secret ending.
- Phantom Liberty adds its own main job path and numerous new gigs/side content in Dogtown.
- Chippin' In is one of the highest-value side quests — prioritize it for the unique rewards and secret ending progress.
- Save before major dialogue choices — many decisions are irreversible and affect endings.
- Street Cred unlocks better Fixer gigs and vendor inventory. Level it by completing all available content.
- Some quests are time-sensitive — respond to calls and messages promptly to avoid missing content.
- The Fenrir SMG is a very good beginner weapon — look for it early.