Judy Alvarez — Romance Guide & Quest Walkthrough
Complete Judy Alvarez guide: character background, full quest walkthrough (Both Sides Now to Pyramid Song), romance requirements (feminine V), ending impacts, and common mistakes. Judy is one of four romance options in Cyberpunk 2077 and her romance affects ending dialogue. See romance for all romance options and characters for the full cast.
Quick Answer: Judy Alvarez Character Guide
Judy Alvarez is one of four romance options in Cyberpunk 2077 (feminine V only) and a braindance technician for the Mox. She is a complex character with a deep personal arc involving her friend Evelyn Parker. Her questline spans Both Sides Now → Pisces → Ex-Factor → Pyramid Song. Judy's romance is emotionally powerful and leads to one of the most memorable scenes in the game. See the romance guide for complete requirements.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Judy Alvarez |
| Role | Braindance technician, Mox member |
| Romance Req. | Feminine body + feminine voice |
| First Appearance | Both Sides Now (side quest) |
| Key Quests | Both Sides Now, Pisces, Ex-Factor, Pyramid Song |
| Romance Quest | Pyramid Song (dive together, accept invitation) |
| Ending Path | Affects ending dialogue but no unique ending |
| Voice Actor | Heather Grace |
Judy Alvarez: Character Background
Judy Alvarez is a braindance (BD) technician who works with the Mox gang. She is close friends with Evelyn Parker, whose death triggers the main questline that leads to Judy. Judy is fiercely protective of sex workers and has a strong moral compass. She is also an avid diver, finding peace in underwater exploration. Her character arc explores grief, loyalty and the search for purpose in Night City.
| Trait | Description |
|---|---|
| Personality | Protective, moral, introspective, loyal |
| Skills | Braindance analysis, diving, technical expertise |
| Affiliation | Mox (protects sex workers) |
| Hobbies | Scuba diving, collecting underwater footage |
| Weapons | Not combat-focused; uses tech when necessary |
| Relationship with V | Ally → Friend → Romance (feminine V) |
| Key Relationships | Evelyn Parker (best friend, deceased), Maiko (Mox leader, complicated) |
Judy Alvarez Questline: Complete Walkthrough
Judy's questline is a multi-stage arc that unfolds across four main quests. Each quest deepens your relationship with Judy and explores the mystery of Evelyn Parker's death. Making the right choices is critical for unlocking her romance.
| Quest | Key Choices | Romance Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Both Sides Now | Help Judy investigate Evelyn's death. Do NOT sell information to Maiko. | First contact. Trust begins. Selling info locks you out. |
| Pisces | Help Judy investigate the Mox and Evelyn's connections. | Growing trust. Judy opens up about Evelyn. |
| Ex-Factor | Support Judy against the Mox leadership. | Deepening bond. Judy sees you as a true ally. |
| Pyramid Song | Dive with Judy at the underwater ruins. Accept her invitation to stay in Night City (feminine V only). | Romance confirmed. Intimate scene. Judy becomes your partner. |
How to Romance Judy Alvarez
Romancing Judy requires specific character creation choices and dialogue selections throughout her questline. She is only available to feminine V (feminine body AND feminine voice). The romance culminates in Pyramid Song with an intimate scene underwater.
| Requirement | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Body Type | Feminine | Set during character creation. Cannot be changed later. |
| Voice Type | Feminine | Set during character creation. Cannot be changed later. |
| Both Sides Now Choice | Do NOT sell information to Maiko | Selling info locks you out immediately. |
| Dialogue Choices | Always support Judy | Help her investigate, support her against the Mox. |
| Pyramid Song | Dive together, accept invitation to stay | Feminine V only. This confirms the romance. |
Judy Alvarez and Endings
Judy's romance affects ending dialogue and post-credits phone calls, but she does not lead to a unique ending path like Panam. Her presence is felt most strongly in the dialogue and the emotional weight she brings to certain endings.
| Ending | Judy's Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Star (Aldecaldos) | Judy calls V, unique dialogue | If not romanced, different dialogue |
| The Sun (Legend) | Judy calls V, dialogue changes | Romance adds emotional depth |
| Temperance (Johnny) | Judy calls V (now Johnny) | Unique dialogue if Johnny takes over |
| The Devil (Arasaka) | Judy calls V, somber dialogue | Romance preserved but ending is darker |
| Tower (DLC) | Judy lost — V cannot maintain relationships | Only ending where romance is completely lost |
Judy Alvarez: Tips & Common Mistakes
Players often miss Judy's romance due to early mistakes or incorrect dialogue choices. Here are the most common issues and how to avoid them.
| Mistake | Consequence | How to Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Selling information to Maiko in Both Sides Now | Locked out of Judy's romance permanently | Reload a save before Both Sides Now. Refuse to sell info. |
| Wrong body/voice type | Cannot romance Judy at all | Must start new game with feminine body + feminine voice. |
| Not supporting Judy in Ex-Factor | Romance locked out | Always side with Judy against the Mox leadership. |
| Missing the romance option in Pyramid Song | Romance not confirmed | During the final dive, accept Judy's invitation to stay. |
| Rushing through her quests | Miss dialogue and context | Take time to talk to Judy between quests. Listen to her stories about Evelyn. |