Where to Find Legendary Smart Link Cyberware in Cyberpunk 2077
The quest for cutting-edge cyberware is a cornerstone of the Cyberpunk 2077 experience, and the Smart Link is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after pieces. This essential piece of tech allows you to utilize smart weapons, making combat significantly more versatile and deadly. But where do you find the absolute pinnacle of this cyberware – the Legendary Smart Link? The answer, while seemingly straightforward, requires a little bit of context and understanding of the game’s mechanics.
The Legendary Smart Link cyberware is not tied to any specific vendor or location. Instead, it’s available for purchase at various Ripperdoc locations throughout Night City, much like many other legendary cyberware pieces. The availability of the Legendary rarity of the Smart Link is directly tied to your character’s level. As your level increases, the Ripperdocs’ inventory will update and offer higher rarities of the gear they sell. You need to hit a specific level threshold to see it appear in stock.
How to Get the Legendary Smart Link
Unlike some unique and iconic items, the legendary smart link isn’t hidden in a secret location or tied to a specific quest. The process for obtaining it is as follows:
- Level Up: The most crucial aspect is your character’s level. The availability of the Legendary Smart Link is directly correlated with your level. It typically appears at the highest rarities at level 40 or above.
- Visit Ripperdocs: Once you’ve reached the necessary level, travel to any Ripperdoc in Night City. They’re marked on your map with a medical symbol.
- Browse the Trade Menu: Open the Ripperdoc’s trade menu, and navigate to the cyberware section.
- Check the Hands Category: The Smart Link is categorized under Hands cyberware. Look through their inventory for the Legendary Smart Link.
- Purchase it: If you see the Legendary Smart Link in stock, make sure you have the eddies (the game’s currency) to purchase it. It will be expensive, so it’s important to have saved up your hard earned eddies.
- Equip the Cyberware: Once purchased, go to your inventory, locate the cyberware section of your V (player character) and equip it.
It’s important to note that while the Legendary Smart Link is available from multiple Ripperdocs, their inventories are not identical. It’s best to check various locations if you have a favorite Ripperdoc who does not have it in stock at that time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some commonly asked questions about Smart Link Cyberware and related topics in Cyberpunk 2077.
1. Who Sells Smart Link Cyberware?
Smart Link cyberware can be purchased from any Ripperdoc in Night City. The rarity of the Smart Link available at each ripperdoc will increase as your character levels up. So, you’ll find common versions early on, with the legendary rarity appearing much later in the game.
2. What is the Street Cred Requirement for Smart Link Cyberware?
To purchase any version of the Smart Link, you need at least a level 14 Street Cred.
3. What Does Smart Link Cyberware Do?
Smart Link cyberware allows you to use smart weapons, which have the ability to lock onto enemies and track them with their projectiles. This makes them incredibly powerful, especially for players who value accuracy or are in a more open world setting.
4. How Do I Use Smart Weapons?
You need to have the Smart Link cyberware equipped in the Hands slot of your inventory. Once equipped, you will be able to use smart weapons by aiming at your target, allowing the weapon to lock onto them and then firing your smart rounds.
5. Where Can I Find Smart Weapons?
Smart weapons can be purchased from gun shops and looted from enemies. Specific locations, such as vendors in Japantown and West Wind Estate, sometimes have smart weapons available as well.
6. Is There a Legendary Smart Pistol?
While there isn’t a specific “Legendary Smart Pistol” that’s a universal label, the iconic smart pistol Skippy is often considered to be highly effective and can be considered a ‘legendary’ weapon for it’s high performance and unique talking AI. You can find Skippy near a corpse in a back alley in Heywood. The Hercules 3AX, an iconic smart assault rifle, can be looted during the “Roads to Redemption” Gig in the Phantom Liberty expansion.
7. What is the Best Cyberware in Cyberpunk 2077?
The best cyberware in the game depends on your playstyle, but some top contenders include:
- Militech Apogee Sandevistan (Operating System)
- Immovable Force (Hands)
- Monowire (Arms)
- Heal-On-Kill (Circulatory System)
- Atomic Sensors (Nervous System)
- Epimorphic Skeleton (Skeleton)
8. Where Can I Find the Militech Apogee Sandevistan?
The Militech “Apogee” Sandevistan can be purchased from Ripperdoc clinics after reaching character Level 40.
9. Is Skippy a Good Smart Weapon?
Skippy is an excellent smart pistol with a unique feature – it talks to you. It has two modes: “Puppy-Loving Pacifist” and “Stone-Cold Killer”. Once you reach 50 kills it will be stuck in the mode it has been in for those 50 kills.
10. Should I Keep Skippy or Return it to Regina?
You should keep Skippy if it is in Stone-Cold Killer mode due to it being very powerful. If it is in the Puppy-Loving Pacifist mode, returning it to Regina will net you a 7,000 Eddie reward and the ability to return to her later to re-obtain it.
11. What Does the Ballistic Coprocessor Do?
The Ballistic Coprocessor is Hands cyberware that enhances your ability to use non-smart weapons. The legendary version is the best, and can be purchased from Ripperdocs, similar to the Smart Link.
12. Where Can I Buy Legendary Reinforced Tendons?
Legendary Reinforced Tendons, which allow for better movement such as increased jumping and mid-air dashes, can be found in Ripperdoc inventories across Night City, typically costing around 45,000 Eddies, and is located in the Legs section of the cyberware menu.
13. Which Ripperdoc Sells Legendary Gorilla Arms?
The Legendary Gorilla Arms can be purchased from a specific Ripperdoc in City Centre, but only after reaching 45 Street Cred and having 100,000 Eddies.
14. What Does Viktor Sell?
Viktor, the Ripperdoc in Little China, sells various cybernetic implants and upgrades. You must complete the “Paid In Full” side quest to unlock his full services. He is also the ripperdoc mentioned in the beginning of the article about providing all versions of the smart link cyberware.
15. Do Mantis Blades Work With Sandevistan?
Mantis Blades and the Sandevistan operating system can be used together for deadly combinations, however some players have noted a cancelation glitch where the Sandevistan can be canceled by a specific mantis blade attack animation.
Conclusion
Obtaining the Legendary Smart Link cyberware in Cyberpunk 2077 requires patience and a good amount of leveling. Make sure to level up your character and regularly check in with various Ripperdocs in Night City to see if the legendary version becomes available. With this cyberware equipped, you’ll be able to make full use of smart weapons, significantly enhancing your combat capabilities and creating a more fun and versatile gameplay experience. Be sure to check the other various Ripperdocs for the legendary versions of all the other cyberware types to become the ultimate cyberpsycho in Night City.