{"id":342090,"date":"2026-05-25T00:05:45","date_gmt":"2026-05-25T00:05:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=342090"},"modified":"2026-05-25T00:05:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T00:05:45","slug":"is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it worth it to save Brick Cyberpunk?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk\/#Is_it_worth_it_to_save_Brick_Cyberpunk\" title=\"Is it worth it to save Brick Cyberpunk?\">Is it worth it to save Brick Cyberpunk?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk\/#Understanding_the_Context\" title=\"Understanding the Context\">Understanding the Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk\/#Analyzing_the_Decision\" title=\"Analyzing the Decision\">Analyzing the Decision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-it-worth-it-to-save-brick-cyberpunk\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_worth_it_to_save_Brick_Cyberpunk\"><\/span>Is it worth it to save Brick Cyberpunk?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Saving <strong>Brick<\/strong> in <strong>Cyberpunk 2077<\/strong> can be a worthwhile decision, as it allows him to <strong>re-establish his grip on the Maelstrom gang<\/strong> and <strong>owe you a favor<\/strong>, potentially leading to <strong>beneficial consequences<\/strong> later in the game. By choosing to <strong>free Brick<\/strong>, you can also unlock a <strong>side quest<\/strong> in the <strong>Second Conflict<\/strong>, providing additional <strong>storyline<\/strong> and <strong>rewards<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Context\"><\/span>Understanding the Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To fully grasp the significance of saving Brick, it&#8217;s essential to understand the <strong>game&#8217;s storyline<\/strong> and the <strong>characters involved<\/strong>. Brick is a key character in the <strong>Maelstrom gang<\/strong>, and your decision to save or kill him can have <strong>far-reaching consequences<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analyzing_the_Decision\"><\/span>Analyzing the Decision<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When deciding whether to save Brick, consider the <strong>potential benefits<\/strong> and <strong>drawbacks<\/strong>. On one hand, saving Brick can lead to <strong>valuable alliances<\/strong> and <strong>future rewards<\/strong>. On the other hand, killing him can result in <strong>immediate rewards<\/strong>, such as <strong>5,000 eddies<\/strong> from the <strong>NCPD bounty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 FAQs to provide additional information and insights:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Can you side with Militech and free Brick?<\/strong>: Yes, it is possible to side with <strong>Militech<\/strong> and still free Brick, but this requires careful <strong>decision-making<\/strong> and <strong>conversation choices<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What happens if Dum Dum dies?<\/strong>: If <strong>Dum Dum<\/strong> is killed, a <strong>niche<\/strong> will be placed in his honor at the <strong>Columbarium<\/strong>, with a unique <strong>epitaph<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Should I sell all my junk in Cyberpunk?<\/strong>: It is generally recommended to <strong>dismantle<\/strong> junk items, as this can provide <strong>valuable components<\/strong> for <strong>crafting<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How do you keep Brick alive in Cyberpunk?<\/strong>: To keep Brick alive, you must <strong>disarm the charge<\/strong> and <strong>resist the temptation<\/strong> to set it off, which would <strong>kill<\/strong> him.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you romance Judy as a male?<\/strong>: By default, <strong>Judy<\/strong> can only be romanced by <strong>female player characters<\/strong>, but there are <strong>workarounds<\/strong> for male players.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What happens if you pay with the Militech card?<\/strong>: Using the <strong>Militech card<\/strong> can lead to a <strong>peaceful outcome<\/strong>, but this depends on the <strong>context<\/strong> and <strong>previous choices<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you romance Meredith if you shoot Royce?<\/strong>: Yes, it is possible to <strong>romance Meredith<\/strong> even if you <strong>shoot Royce<\/strong>, as this can lead to a <strong>confrontation<\/strong> with the <strong>Maelstrom gang<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is it better to dismantle or sell in Cyberpunk?<\/strong>: Generally, it is better to <strong>dismantle<\/strong> items, especially <strong>high-tier<\/strong> ones, to obtain <strong>valuable components<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Does Fingers sell anything good in Cyberpunk?<\/strong>: Yes, <strong>Fingers<\/strong> offers some of the <strong>best Cyberwares<\/strong> in the game, making him a valuable <strong>contact<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What gives you the most money in Cyberpunk 2077?<\/strong>: <strong>Selling crafted items<\/strong> can be a lucrative way to earn <strong>money<\/strong>, especially if you invest in your <strong>Crafting skill<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to get Johnny to 70%?<\/strong>: To reach a <strong>70% relationship<\/strong> with <strong>Johnny<\/strong>, complete specific <strong>missions<\/strong> and <strong>conversations<\/strong>, such as <strong>Transmission<\/strong>, <strong>Life During Wartime<\/strong>, and <strong>Tapeworm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Should I play with Denny or Henry?<\/strong>: The choice between <strong>Denny<\/strong> and <strong>Henry<\/strong> depends on your <strong>personal preference<\/strong>, as it does not significantly impact the <strong>questline<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you get both Denny and Henry to play?<\/strong>: Unfortunately, you can only choose one of them to play in the <strong>Samurai reunion show<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How do you sleep with Meredith in Cyberpunk?<\/strong>: To <strong>romance Meredith<\/strong>, you must <strong>indicate interest<\/strong> and complete the <strong>Venus In Furs<\/strong> side job.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What happens if you free Brick and Dum Dum dies?<\/strong>: If <strong>Dum Dum<\/strong> dies after freeing <strong>Brick<\/strong>, you will still <strong>receive rewards<\/strong> and <strong>benefits<\/strong> from saving Brick, but you will miss out on potential <strong>interactions<\/strong> with Dum Dum.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>By considering these factors and FAQs, you can make an informed decision about whether to save Brick in <strong>Cyberpunk 2077<\/strong> and explore the <strong>consequences<\/strong> of your choices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is it worth it to save Brick Cyberpunk? 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