In the sprawling, neon-soaked chaos of Night City, not every adventure requires V to go toe-to-toe with cyberpsychos or corporate enforcers. Sometimes, the most intriguing stories are found in the shadows of power, like in the 2026 evergreen side gig, 'I Fought the Law.' This quest, a fan-favorite detective story, tasks V with playing gumshoe for the city's elite, specifically Elizabeth Peralez, who's desperate to uncover the truth behind the mayor's untimely demise. But hey, before you can don your virtual trench coat, you've gotta clear your schedule with a little main quest called 'Life During Wartime.' Once that's wrapped up, your phone will buzz—Elizabeth is calling, and she wants a meet-up in The Glen, Heywood. Talk about a high-profile client!
How To Crack The 'I Fought The Law' Braindance
Alright, so you've met the Peralezes, and Jefferson hands you the key to the whole shebang: a Braindance recording of the fateful night. This is where you put on your detective hat—or, more accurately, your neural interface. Using Cyberpunk 2077's analysis mode, you'll need to scour the recording for clues. Don't just zone out watching the scene; you gotta be sharp! The critical timestamps to lock onto are 00:15, 01:00, and 01:02. Miss these, and you're basically just watching a snuff film for funsies. Find all the clues, and V will have a nice chat with Jefferson, who then, almost like a referral, slips you the contact details for a certain Detective River Ward. Time to schedule a meeting at a charmingly named joint: Chubby Buffalo's Bar-B-Q.
How To Wrap Up 'I Fought The Law' Quest
Meeting River Ward is... an experience. He's all business, with a side of gruff charm. After discussing the case over what we can only assume is not the finest BBQ in Night City, you'll hop into his car for a little field trip. First stop? An adult toy shop to lean on his Confidential Informant. Let's just say the questioning gets... intense. From there, it's off to the Japantown Market to track down a lead named Christine Markov. The quest markers are your best friends here, leading you through the bustling market like a neon-lit breadcrumb trail.
The grand finale takes you and River to a massive warehouse, home to the 'Queen's Red Race.' Your job? Fight your way through a pack of Animals guarding the place. No fancy puzzles here, just good old-fashioned (or should we say, cybernetically-enhanced) combat. Here's a pro-tip, though: you can spare the Elite Animal member. It's not mandatory, but hey, a little mercy might get you some extra juicy intel on the case. Who doesn't love bonus lore? After cleaning house, you and River confront the suspicious Detective Han. With that done, it's report-writing time. Head back to Elizabeth Peralez's swanky pad to deliver the news and close the case.
All The Goodies From 'I Fought The Law' Quest
Case closed! What's in it for V, besides the warm, fuzzy feeling of justice? Plenty.
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Cold, Hard Eddie: A cool 11,580 Eddies hits your account. That's a lot of chrome upgrades or a few rounds at the Afterlife.
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Home Decor: You get a snazzy Peralez poster to spruce up V's apartment. Because nothing says 'I solved a political murder' like campaign memorabilia.
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Hidden Bonus: Eagle-eyed players can snag a hidden Brain Dance wreath from the mayor's private booth earlier in the quest. It's not required, but it gives V some extra ammo for... future conversations. Wink, wink.
But wait, there's more! The real prize isn't just the loot. Completing 'I Fought The Law' unlocks the next chapter in this saga, 'The Hunt,' which becomes available after about 24 in-game hours. This is the big one for fans of a certain rugged detective, as it's the gateway to romancing River Ward. So, if you're into gruff exteriors with hearts of (possibly cybernetic) gold, this questline is an absolute must-do.
So there you have it. In a city where everyone's out for themselves, 'I Fought the Law' offers a chance to play the hero—or at least a very well-paid investigator. It's a perfect blend of detective work, action, and character-driven storytelling that proves sometimes, the side gigs in Night City have the biggest payoffs. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a date with a detective to prepare for...