Can you romance Solomon Reed? Good question. As the neon lights of Night City prepare to shine brighter with the much-anticipated Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty expansion, many players are eager to uncover the intricacies of its newest characters, particularly the enigmatic Solomon Reed, portrayed by the acclaimed Idris Elba.
More specifically, given the various romance options in Cyberpunk 2077, many fans wonder if they can cultivate a romantic connection with this captivating new character. After all, sex has always been a sizzling topic in the Cyberpunk universe. And why wouldn't it be? Dive deep into this guide as we answer this burning question.
Does Solomon Reed Have A Romance Option In Cyberpunk 2077?
Given the depth of character development we've seen so far in Solomon Reed's descriptions, it might surprise many that there hasn't been any confirmed romance option for him. While players get to work closely with Solomon, given the pressing mission to save NUSA President Rosalind Myers, the romantic aspect remains shrouded in mystery.
Although Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty has shown commendable advancements in other areas like cyberware mechanics and skill trees, romance in this expansion seems somewhat subdued.
Quest Designer Despoina Anetaki's ambiguous statement hinted at the possibility of romantic content. Speaking to Kotaku, the developer said:
There will be some content, but for the most part, it is a spy thriller [...] V’s attention is in Dogtown because there is this whole thing about saving yourself through the storyline, but there will be some content like that.
However, subsequent updates from CD Projekt Red's team clarified that the DLC wouldn't be introducing new romantic engagements. Bummer. This omission isn't isolated to Solomon Reed. Apparently none of the new characters in Phantom Liberty are slated to be romance options.
Other Romance Options in Cyberpunk 2077
The original game has offered players an array of characters to romance - from Judy Alvarez and Panam Palmer to River Ward. Despite the rich tapestry of characters, the mechanics of romance in Cyberpunk 2077 have been critiqued for their lack of depth. Players often felt that these relationships merely culminated in additional dialogues and occasional texts.
The silver lining is that Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty promises enhanced content for the base game love interests. While Solomon Reed may not be available for romantic pursuits, the game might enhance its existing romance mechanics.
Improving the relationships' dynamics could mean more meaningful conversations, genuine character growth, and perhaps even interactive dating mechanics. If not that, then we can always leave it to the community of modders to release a Cyberpunk 2077 sex mod that enables a steamier interaction with our new secret agent (wink wink, nudge nudge).
In conclusion, while the new expansion Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty may not offer the romantic escapades with Solomon Reed that many hoped for, it does hold the potential to redefine existing romantic narratives, providing players with a more immersive and heartfelt experience. Until then, Night City awaits with its old flames and familiar neon lights.