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Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty - 2.0 Quickhacks Tier List
Quickhacks are a Netrunner's bread and butter, so here's our 2.0 Tier List on the best ones in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. See which quickhacks are at the top and why you should have them in your cyberdeck in this guide!

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Quickhacks Tier List

S-Tier Quickhacks

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S A B C
Perk Effect / Explanation
Camera ControlCamera Control Type:
Control Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Take full control of cameras within a specific network server.

Tier Explanation:
A great quickhack to use to either scout the area for enemies or potential threats or upload other quickhacks on enemies that are hard to reach.
ContagionContagion Type:
Combat Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Uploads a virus that deals Chemical Damage-over-time. After the enemy uploaded with the quickhack dies, it spreads to 4 enemies within 8m of each other.

Tier Explanation:
A powerful quickhack that can thin out mobs of enemies. Queue before Overheat to detonate an explosion that can cause massive damage.
Cripple MovementCripple Movement Type:
Control Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Disables enemy movement and cyberware that supports movement and dodging.

Tier Explanation:
This quickhack is essentially a free damage boost to your melee weapons. Synergizes well with melee-focused builds.
Cyberware MalfunctionCyberware Malfunction Type:
Control Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Disables enemy cyberware and increases all damage against them.

Tier Explanation:
Disabled enemy cyberware means an easier fight for you! Synergizes well with Short Circuit against high-threat enemies.
OverheatOverheat Type:
Combat Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Sets enemy on fire, dealing Thermal damage-over-time.

Tier Explanation:
Can melt enemy armor which can effectively increase your damage against them. With the Hack Queue perk, queue this quickhack after Contagion to deal AoE damage.
Short CircuitShort Circuit Type:
Combat Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Fries a target's internal system, dealing massive damage.

Tier Explanation:
Can deal massive damage or instantly neutralize an enemy on its own. Better against bosses when queued after multiple Cyberware Malfunction.
System CollapseSystem Collapse Type:
Ultimate Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Cripples the enemy's nervous system, knocking them out without making noise.

Tier Explanation:
For a stealthy Netrunning gameplay, slot in this quickhack. Useful when there's an enemy Netrunner among the ranks.

A-Tier Quickhacks

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S A B C
Perk Effect / Explanation
Distract EnemiesDistract Enemies Type:
Distract Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Hack nearby devices to lure enemies out of their spot

Tier Explanation:
This quickhack is your best friend when it comes to going past enemies undetected or getting stealth kills. Only available on non-damaging devices such as computers or Spontaneous Craving Satisfaction Machines.
Remote DeactivationRemote Deactivation Type:
Device Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Gives you the option to deactivate turrets or cameras.

Tier Explanation:
Useful in turning off cameras in an enemy territory, greatly helping you stay undetected.
Initiate OverloadInitiate Overload Type:
Combat Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Overloads a turret's system, causing an explosion that can also damage nearby enemies.

Tier Explanation:
A great quickhack to use to instantly destroy devices. Use it on turrets to even the playing field since those deal significant damage the longer it fires at you.
Friendly ModeFriendly Mode Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Overrides turrets' and cameras' protocol, making it see you as an ally and your enemies as enemies.

Tier Explanation:
Turning cameras and turrets into friendly mode aids your battle against enemies. We highly recommended using this quickhack on turrets.
CyberpsychosisCyberpsychosis Type:
Ultimate Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Forces the enemy to attack the nearest friendly or hostile. If no one is nearby, they will commit suicide instead.

Tier Explanation:
With this quickhack uploaded, you basically get a free ally that can help you in fighting mobs of enemies; just don't get too close! Costs a lot of RAM that can be lessened by queueing Cyberware Malfunction first.
PingPing Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Highlights devices and enemies that you can see through walls.

Tier Explanation:
Useful in locating enemies to aid in your stealth gameplay. Ideal quickhack to use for Tech Weapons.
Reboot OpticsReboot Optics Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Blinds an enemy, greatly reducing their weapon accuracy.

Tier Explanation:
Ideal quickhack to upload when using Revolvers or Sniper Rifles. Queue with Memory Wipe into Sonic Shock for an easy enemy knockout.
Sonic ShockSonic Shock Type:
Control Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Deafens an enemy and scrambles their comms, making it harder for them to detect you.

Tier Explanation:
Use this quickhack to make it harder for enemies to pinpoint your location. To take it a step further, queue after Memory Wipe and Reboot Optics for an easy knockout.
Synapse BurnoutSynapse Burnout Type:
Combat Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Overloads an enemy's synapse, dealing heavy damage.

Tier Explanation:
Deals massive damage as long as you spend your RAM, which you'll be doing a lot thanks to quickhack queueing! We recommend this quickhack when you're using Overclock for maximum damage and longer Overclock duration.
Weapon GlitchWeapon Glitch Type:
Control Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Disables an enemy primary weapon, forcing them to use their secondary.

Tier Explanation:
Uploading this quickhack will make it harder for enemies to shoot you. Ideal for a Smart Weapon-focused gameplay.

B-Tier Quickhacks

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S A B C
Perk Effect / Explanation
Assist ModeAssist Mode Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Forces a turret's targeting mode to target tagged enemies.

Tier Explanation:
Same effects with the Friendly Mode quickhack but you have to tag your enemies before it shoots at them. To do this, go to scan, aim your crosshair on an enemy and press the middle mouse button to tag.
Take ControlTake Control Type:
Vehicle Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Remotely control turrets.

Tier Explanation:
This quickhack allows you to access the firepower of turrets. Use this when you need to thin out mobs or if there is a high-threat enemy nearby.
Memory WipeMemory Wipe Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Wipes an enemy's memory, decreasing traceability and removes them from a combat state.

Tier Explanation:
Can make any quickhacks queued after it untraceable. The only drawback is that this costs a lot of RAM. Mitigate this by using Overclock or equipping cyberwares and perks that help with RAM.
Request BackupRequest Backup Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Fakes a backup call, luring enemies within range towards the enemy uploaded with the quickhack.

Tier Explanation:
This quickhack is useful in grouping up enemies so you can deal AoE damage with your grenade or lure out hiding Netrunners so you can target them more easily.
SuicideSuicide Type:
Ultimate Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Forces the enemy to neutralize themselves with their gun.

Tier Explanation:
The reduced RAM costs after a melee Finisher makes this quickhack ideal for a Blade-focused gameplay, being able to take out higher threat enemies with ease.
Floor ItFloor It Type:
Vehicle Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Accelerates a vehicle forward and at full speed.

Tier Explanation:
Accelerates a vehicle. Only useful when you want it to reach a certain place to activate Self-Destruct. Can also distract enemies, but the quickhack of the same name on devices is much better. Accessible only after getting the Carhacker perk in the Intelligence attribute.
Self-DestructSelf-Destruct Type:
Vehicle Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Hacks a vehicle's engine, causing it to explode.

Tier Explanation:
Expand your quickhacking gameplay by detonating a vehicle to do AoE damage. Best paired with either the Emergency Brake or Floor It vehicle quickhacks. Accessible only after getting the Carhacker perk in the Intelligence attribute.

C-Tier Quickhacks

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S A B C
Perk Effect / Explanation
CloseClose Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Remotely closes a door.

Tier Explanation:
Closes doors. Aside from having the option to close doors from very far away, this quickhack is not that special.
BaitBait Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Forces an enemy to go towards your location without alerting them.

Tier Explanation:
Another quickhack to use while sneaking past enemy lines, but it's better to opt for Distract Enemies to save up on quickhack slots. Only applicable for locations with no hackable devices.
Detonate GrenadeDetonate Grenade Type:
Ultimate Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Detonates an enemy's equipped grenade. Explosion depends on the grenade type.

Tier Explanation:
Powerful quickhack that can wipe out multiple enemies, but costs too much RAM to use.
Emergency BrakeEmergency Brake Type:
Vehicle Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Hacks a vehicle and remotely activates its emergency brake.

Tier Explanation:
Activates a vehicle's emergency brake. Only useful for hijacking cars or when you want a vehicle in a certain place to trigger Self-Destruct or cause a big explosion. Accessible only after getting the Carhacker perk in the Intelligence attribute.
OpenOpen Type:
Covert Quickhack

Perk Effect:
Remotely opens a door.

Tier Explanation:
Opens doors. Aside from having the option to open doors from very far away, this quickhack is not that special.

Tier List Criteria

S-Tier Is Usable On Its Own

For S-Tier, these are quickhacks that are already powerful without queueing other ones. This will allow you access to destructive quickhacks without worrying about freeing up a space in your Cyberdeck.

A-Tier Works Best When Queued With Other Quickhacks

For A-Tier quickhacks, these are the ones that, while having a value on their own, realizes their full potential when queued with other quickhacks.

B-Tier Quickhacks Works Best With Certain Playstyles

B-Tier quickhacks finds their niche on certain playstyles. Only take these quickhakcs when you want to approach fights in a different way.

C-Tiers Works Best for Convenience

Finally, C-Tier quickhacks are either very situational or just there as bonus quickhacks from your Cyberdeck. While not particularly game changing, some make gameplay easier, so don't really count them out.

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