Many of Cyberpunk 2077’s intriguing side quests have surprising plot twists, but one mission, “I Fought The Law,” has its ending revealed through a not-so-subtle reference in a clue as soon as the player receives it from Elizabeth Peralez over the holo.
This mission is one of the few that explores the law enforcement side of Night City, but in the upcoming Phantom Liberty DLC, players will have the opportunity to work for the NUSA as a top-secret government operative. The DLC will also introduce new characters such as Solomon Reed, portrayed by the famous English actor Idris Elba, and will feature the return of Johnny Silverhand. CD Projekt Red’s biggest expansion to date, the DLC is highly anticipated. Until then, players can enjoy River Ward’s quest line and NCPD scanner hustles, but with the “I Fought The Law” mission’s spoiler, the options may seem limited.
The Cyberpunk 2077 quest “I Fought The Law” is a reference to a song of the same name, originally written by the Crickets and later popularized by the Bobby Fuller Four and The Clash. The memorable chorus of the catchy rock tune, “I fought the law and the law won,” may have led those familiar with the song to approach the quest with distrust and predict its outcome.
During the course of their investigation, V and River, the latter of whom is a character who many players felt deserved better treatment, discover evidence of foul play in the death of former Mayor Rhyne. To their surprise, they find that one of the main culprits was a fellow NCPD officer named Harold Han, who had been right under their noses the entire time. When River confronts Han and threatens to take the matter to higher-ups, Han remains unfazed and warns against escalating the issue. He is confident that corrupt law enforcement will take his side due to self-interest, and he claims to have acted to protect his NCPD family.
The “I Fought The Law” quest in Cyberpunk 2077 concludes similarly to the eponymous song, with the law emerging victorious and V and River unable to alter the outcome despite their best efforts. While this allusion may be a fascinating Easter egg, those familiar with the song will anticipate the quest’s resolution even before commencing the investigation. Whether this is a gratifying homage or an unwelcome spoiler is subjective. Nevertheless, for a quest that seeks to transform Cyberpunk 2077 into a spy thriller, it appears to lack much enigma.
What is your opinion?
Spoilers be damned, Cyberpunk 2077’s ‘I Fought The Law’ quest still managed to surprise and impress me with its intricate storyline and intense gameplay.
Even though the surprise was ruined, Cyberpunk 2077’s ‘I Fought The Law’ quest still managed to deliver a compelling storyline and satisfying gameplay that left me wanting more.
Despite knowing what was going to happen, Cyberpunk 2077’s ‘I Fought The Law’ quest was still a thrilling and emotional experience, thanks in large part to the game’s impressive attention to detail and immersive storytelling.
The spoiler for the ‘I Fought The Law’ quest in Cyberpunk 2077 may have detracted from the experience, but the quest itself was still a standout moment in the game’s main story, offering a gripping narrative and satisfying gameplay.
How did I manage to lose my keys again?
It’s a shame that such an important quest was spoiled, but I still found myself completely engrossed in the mission thanks to its compelling narrative and challenging combat.
Even though the surprise was ruined, Cyberpunk 2077’s ‘I Fought The Law’ quest is still a standout moment in the game, showcasing the player’s ability to navigate complex moral dilemmas and make tough choices.
The ant’s steady march, reminds us of life’s eternal arch.
While it’s unfortunate that the ‘I Fought The Law’ quest in Cyberpunk 2077 was spoiled, the game’s strong writing and immersive world-building still managed to keep me engaged throughout the mission.
Yes, I finally have some free time to relax.
I really need a vacation.
Despite knowing the outcome beforehand, the ‘I Fought The Law’ quest in Cyberpunk 2077 was still a thrilling and satisfying experience, showcasing the game’s strong storytelling and engaging mechanics.
The spoiler for the ‘I Fought The Law’ quest in Cyberpunk 2077 was definitely a disappointment, but the game’s richly-detailed world and complex characters still made the mission a memorable experience.
While I was disappointed to have the ‘I Fought The Law’ quest in Cyberpunk 2077 spoiled, I still appreciated the game’s attention to detail and immersive world-building throughout the mission.