Cyberpunk 2077: All Cyberpunk Slang Explained & Defined

For the cybernetic citizens of, futuristic slang is part of everyday conversation — but for players conversing in the modern day, it can be a point of confusion. The varied vernacular of Night City can be jarring at first, especially to those who are not versed in the complex, intricate lore of the long-running franchise. At times, it can even feel like V and their acquaintances are speaking another language entirely. However, by familiarizing themselves with even just a few slang terms and their definitions, one can cultivate a far richer and more immersive gameplay experience.

The game introduces just a handful of the slang terms created for the original and tabletop roleplaying games. The universe is so heavily influenced by the technology of the day, with computers even becoming part of humans themselves, that it is natural for some of the technical jargon to have also woven its way into everyday expressions. Much of slang is a combination of these technical terms, words from foreign languages with large speaker populations in Night City, and of course, an edgy attitude.

There's plenty to see and do around Cyberpunk 2077's Night City, and players likely won't see it all before the game's credits roll.

incorporates many unique terms and phrases into the story, various missions, and even just NPC chatter to help build a more immersive world for the player. There are a lot of unfamiliar expressions that V will run into, but there are some that are more likely to be heard than others. Simply through playing the game, it is possible to get the general connotation behind many of them, but the immersion can be much more satisfying when having a full understanding. Below are some of 's most common slang terms and what they mean:

Term

Definition

Apogee

The best or the greatest.

AV

An abbreviation for Aerodyne Vehicle, a popular type of jet-powered, flying automobile in. AVs are usually reserved for the wealthy or the Trauma Team.

Biz

Short for "," but refers