Cyberpunk 2077 All Iconic Weapons — Locations, Builds & Missable Guide
All iconic weapons in Cyberpunk 2077: every Power, Tech, Smart and Melee iconic with exact locations, build synergies, missable warnings and Phantom Liberty exclusives. See weapons for general weapon types and free iconic weapons for the zero-cost checklist.
Quick Answer: All Iconic Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077
Iconic Weapons are unique, one-of-a-kind weapons with special modifiers that cannot be found on regular versions. There are dozens across the base game and Phantom Liberty. Many are permanently missable if you skip specific quests, dialogue choices, or loot opportunities. They are divided by weapon type: Power (ballistic), Tech (electromagnetic), Smart (homing), and Melee. See the free iconic weapons checklist for every zero-cost pickup.
| Category | Count | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Power Pistols | 8+ | Lexington "Cottonmouth", Overture, Sovereign |
| Power SMGs | 5+ | Shigure, Sidewinder, FENIX P226 |
| Power Rifles | 6+ | Achilles, Nemesis, ARASAKA HJKE-11 Yukimura |
| Power Shotguns | 4+ | Carnage, M-10AF Lexington "Guardian" |
| Tech Pistols | 3+ | Skippy, Buzzsaw |
| Tech Rifles | 4+ | Liberty, Achillles (Tech variant) |
| Smart Pistols | 3+ | Lexington "Smasher", Fenrir |
| Smart SMGs | 2+ | Yukimura Smart variant |
| Melee Katanas | 8+ | Satori, Byakko, Jinchu-Maru, Kitsune |
| Melee Blades | 6+ | Stinger, Scalpel, Tomahawk |
| Melee Blunt | 4+ | Big Blue, Pickle, Stubby |
| Phantom Liberty | 10+ | Ambition, Cheetah, Hawk, Dezerter, Ogou, Tsunami |
Tip
Iconic weapons cannot be dismantled for components — they can only be upgraded via crafting. Save before major boss fights or quest decisions if you want to collect them all. Some are locked behind specific dialogue choices or quest paths.
Best Iconic Weapons by Build Type
Different iconic weapons suit different playstyles. This chart maps the best iconics to each build type — choose based on your attribute distribution and preferred combat approach.
| Build | Best Iconic | Type | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samurai (Katana) | Satori | Melee (Katana) | Johnny Silverhand's katana — +25% weak spot damage, +headshot damage |
| Samurai (Katana) | Byakko | Melee (Katana) | Arasaka prototype — fast strikes, +charged attack damage |
| Samurai (Katana) | Jinchu-Maru | Melee (Katana) | Mantis Blades alternative — +charged attack damage, bleed |
| Netrunner | Nevermind | Smart Pistol | Smart weapon — tracks targets, pairs with Quickhack builds |
| Netrunner | Cricket | Smart SMG | Smart weapon — homing rounds, good for hack-then-shoot playstyle |
| Gunslinger | Johnny's Malorian 3516 | Power Pistol | Unique legend weapon — massive damage, +weak spot, slows time on kill |
| Gunslinger | Fenrir | Power Pistol | Burns targets, +headshot damage, great for pistol-focused builds |
| Stealth | Zhuo | Tech Sniper | Charge sniper — pierces walls, one-shot potential, silent |
| Stealth | Overwatch | Power Sniper | Classic stealth sniper — +stealth damage, silent takedowns |
| Tank (Shotgun) | Carnage | Power Shotgun | High burst damage, close-range devastator |
| Tank (LMG) | Gutshot | Power LMG | Suppressive fire, high magazine, good for sustained combat |
| Phantom Liberty | Ambition | Tech Sniper | IDW prototype — charge shot pierces everything, wallhack scope |
| Phantom Liberty | Hawk | Power Shotgun | Dogtown exclusive — spread shot, high damage at close range |
Tip
Satori and Byakko are the best katanas for Samurai builds — Satori excels at weak-spot damage while Byakko is faster. For Netrunner builds, Smart weapons are essential because they track targets while you focus on hacking. Johnny's Malorian is the best pistol in the game for Gunslinger builds.
Iconic Weapons by Location: Where to Find Them
Many iconic weapons are found at fixed world locations. Some are quest rewards, some are hidden in containers, and some are purchased from vendors. This guide organizes iconics by where you find them.
| Location | Iconic Weapon | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heist (Main Story) | Satori | Katana | Loot from Yorinobu's suite during The Heist — missable if you skip |
| Chippin' In (Quest) | Johnny's Malorian 3516 | Pistol | Reward for completing Chippin' In side quest |
| Ghost Town (Quest) | Carnage | Shotgun | Found in the Rust Devils camp during Ghost Town quest |
| Pacifica (Open World) | Ba Xing Chong | Shotgun | Found in Pacifica, Voodoo Boys territory |
| Dogtown (PL) | Ambition | Sniper | Found in Dogtown — Phantom Liberty only |
| Dogtown (PL) | Hawk | Shotgun | Found in Dogtown — Phantom Liberty only |
| Dogtown (PL) | Cheetah | SMG | Found in Dogtown — Phantom Liberty only |
| Vista del Rey (Open World) | Skippy | Pistol | Found in the alley — talks to you, unique AI weapon |
| Watson (Open World) | Overwatch | Sniper | Found on a rooftop in Watson |
| Heywood (Open World) | Nemesis | Rifle | Found in Heywood — high-rate fire rifle |
| City Center (Open World) | Ajax | Tech Pistol | Found in City Center — tech weapon |
| Badlands (Open World) | Achilles | Rifle | Found in Badlands — powerful assault rifle |
| Northside (Open World) | Gutshot | LMG | Found in Northside — good LMG |
| Ghost Town Area | Cottonmouth | Pistol | Found near the Ghost Town quest area |
Tip
Satori is permanently missable if you do not loot it during The Heist — pick it up from Yorinobu's suite. Skippy is a fan-favorite because it talks to you and changes behavior after 50 kills. Many Dogtown iconics are only available during Phantom Liberty.
Missable Iconic Weapons: Do Not Skip These
Some iconic weapons are permanently missable if you skip specific quests, make wrong dialogue choices, or fail to loot at the right time. This list warns you about the ones most players miss.
| Weapon | Why Missable | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Satori (Katana) | Only available during The Heist mission | Loot from Yorinobu's suite — pick it up before leaving |
| Byakko (Katana) | Quest reward from specific path | Complete the questline that rewards it — check quest log |
| Johnny's Malorian | Quest reward | Complete Chippin' In — loot from Johnny's grave site |
| Overture (Pistol) | Vendor/quest specific | Available from specific vendor or quest — early game |
| Sovereign (Pistol) | Quest specific | Found during a specific quest — do not skip |
| Carnage (Shotgun) | Open world, but easy to miss | Found in Rust Devils camp during Ghost Town — explore thoroughly |
| Skippy (Pistol) | Hidden location | Found in Vista del Rey alley — look for the glowing container |
Tip
The most commonly missed iconic is Satori — players rush through The Heist and do not loot Yorinobu's suite. Save before major missions and explore thoroughly. Some iconics can only be obtained on a specific quest path — if you choose the wrong dialogue option, you may lock yourself out permanently.
Iconic Weapons: Legendary vs Iconic — What Is the Difference?
Players often confuse Legendary and Iconic weapons. Both are rare, but they work differently. Understanding the difference helps you prioritize which weapons to collect and upgrade.
| Feature | Legendary | Iconic |
|---|---|---|
| Rarity | High (yellow/gold) | Unique (one-of-a-kind) |
| Availability | Multiple copies can drop | Only ONE exists in the game world |
| Modifiers | Standard legendary mods | Unique special effects not found elsewhere |
| Upgrade | Crafting spec can be found | Cannot be crafted — only upgraded via existing spec |
| Dismantle | Can be dismantled for components | Cannot be dismantled — permanent |
| Examples | Legendary Lexington, Legendary Yukimura | Satori, Skippy, Johnny's Malorian, Ambition |
Tip
Iconic weapons are always unique — there is only one Satori, one Skippy, one Johnny's Malorian. Legendary weapons are just high-tier versions of normal weapons. Always prioritize iconics for your build because their special modifiers cannot be replicated.