There is a huge variety of weapons inCyberpunk 2077,and they are designed to cater to all playstyles. However, the pistol may be the most reliable all-rounder weapon in the game. With mods, they can function as stealth weapons, support weapons, melee, and crowd control features capable of clearing a room of enemies in a single shot.
In addition to the regular pistols inCyberpunk 2077are the Unique variants. These upgraded versions can be game-changers offering new ways to play. These unique pistols also allow players to customize the weapon to their own standards. Potentially creating a gun that’s easily asterrifying as any shotgunand a match for thepowerful sniper rifle.
Updated June 17, 2025, by Michael Llewellyn:The major patch updates and the Phantom DLC have overhauled the stats inCyberpunk 2077and enhanced the gaming experience and weapon handling. Players now have access to new weapons and modifications that alter the performance of many Iconic weapons. Additionally, some of the new pistols introduced in the Phantom Liberty DLC rank among the best weapons in the game to suit manyCyberpunk builds.This list has been updated to incorporate these new stats and additional weapons for handgun fans inCyberpunk 2077.
17Plan B
Players know Dexter Deshawn as an influential fixer in Night City, and it’s easy to see why he’s “at the top of his game” after players meet him during the game’s prologue. Love him or hate him, it’s hard to deny that Dexter is a man with power, money, and influence.
His signature weapon, Plan B, is just as high-dollar as he is. The Power Pistol features an iconic perk that increases its chance to apply the bleed status effect to enemies, and it has “unlimited ammo” for those with overflowing pockets. Instead of using Pistol Ammo,Plan B will siphon through the players' Eurodollars. It’snot recommendedfor those low on cash, but for players who have heavy pockets and watch toinflict DOT via bleed, it’s a great choice.
How To Get Plan B
The Plan B Pistol is acquired by completing the “The Heist” mission. After the scene where Dexter betrays V and attempts to kill him and leave him for dead in the Junkyard, a scene will show Dexter getting executed by Takemura.
V will need to return to the junkyard on the Eastern side of Night City on the border of the Badlands. Dexter’s body will be laying on the ground, so simply loot him to acquire it.
16Doom Doom
Fires Three Rounds At Once With A Chance Of Dismembering Enemies
It pays to keep friends close and enemies closer, as players will find out during the Second Conflict mission if they’re “pals” with Dum Dum. When Jackie and V perform The Pickup, they have the option of starting a firefight with The Maelstrom or joining forces to help them escape. Those that stick close to Royce’s associate Dum Dum (and manage to keep him alive during the ensuing battle) will be rewarded with Doom Doom after all’s said and done.
This unique handgunfires four shots at the cost of oneand has an increasedchance to dismember limbsfrom foes. It also boasts an increased rate of fire and damage, but all of this comes at the cost of additional weapon recoil and bullet spread.
How To Get Doom Doom
The Doom Doom can be acquired during the Second Conflict quest. It needs to be looted from the Maelstrom gang member known as Dum Dum. It’s part of themajor side jobs that involve Kerry. At the end of the Second Conflict mission, knockout or kill Dum Dum as he’s waiting for V. He will be talking to Nancy on the couch.
15Chaos
A Powerful Pistol with Unpredictable Rewards
Those that learn to harness the concept of chaos will truly succeed in Night City. This rare and iconic pistol from Maelstrom frontman Simon “Royce” Randall is a true personification of all things crazy, coming with a unique perk that"randomizes" some of the gun’s stats after each time V reloads. Damage type, status effects, and critical hit chance will all flip-flop as players make their way through each clip.
How To Get Chaos
The Chaos Pistol needs to be obtained bylooting Royce. It’s only possible to obtain it during “The Pickup” story mission, by enraging Maelstrom’s associates and causing an all-out gunfight with the gang. Players that want a better variant can unlock the Edgerunner Artisan perk and craft a Legendary Chaos.
14Death and Taxes
Fire Two Electrical Shots At Once
Maiko isn’t exactly the friendliest of faces in Night City. Most players abhor their encounter with her and are instantly put off by her “holier-than-thou” attitude. But it’s easy to understand why someone as powerful and influential as Maiko would “feel untouchable.” Most players will likely want to avoid dealing with the Tyger Claws' associate but those that scoff at side jobs pertaining to Judy Alvarez and Clouds, as a result, will miss out on a unique and entertaining pistol.
How To Get Death And Taxes
The Death and Taxes pistol isfound in Maiko’s officeduring the side job, “Ex-Factor.” Death and Taxes has a unique perk that splits its projectiles into two parts, allowing them to strike targets twice. It boasts increased Electrical damage as well, making it perfect for anyone keen on that damage type.
13Dying Night
A Powerful Early Game Weapon With Great Mod Potential
One of the best iconic pistols available inCyberpunk 2077,the Dying Night is also the first one many players will come across. The Dying Night shines during the early game, offering players a muchfaster reload timethan other pistols andincreasing headshot damage by 125 percent. It’s a sharpshooter’s dream will carry players that favor pistols far into the starting hours ofCyberpunk 2077.
How To Get The Dying Night
The Dying Night is given to V by a Weapons Dealer in Act 1. Simplystop by his shop on the way to meet Jackie Wellesduring the game’s Prologue. He will theninform V that his .45 is ready.Those that skip “The Gun,” and head straight towards Jackie will miss out on this unique handgun.
12Pride
A Pistol With Headshot Damage Multiplier And Stun
The Pride pistol has a good chance of landing critical and headshot damage and the bullets can ricochet off surfaces. It has two slots for a scope and a muzzle as well as four mod slots. In addition, the Pride can also inflict the Stun status and with high damage points, it is capable of taking down even the toughest foes.
How To Get Pride
Pride is an Iconic pistol that can be collected during the “Knocking on Heaven’s Door” quest after Adam Smasher kills an important character intheCyberpunk 2077storyduring the mission.
11Lizzie
A Burst Gun That Fires 20 Bullets At Once With The Right Mods
Despite the gun’s unusual looks and surprisingly low damage range, it’s still one of the best in the game. When it is fully charged, the Lizzie pistol can fire off a burst of five shots of four bullets at once.
This means that the Lizzie guncan shoot 20 projectiles at once. Pairing it with thedamage mod Crunch will increase the damage per bullet.
How To Get Lizzie
The Iconic Lizzie pistol can be obtained fromLizzie’s basementonce the Main Job called “The Space in Between” has been completed.
Lizzie Stats
10La Chingona Dorada
La Chingona Dorada is an Iconic pistol that wasJackie’s gunand it’s very easy to see why he was so attached to it. It will cause21-26 Thermal Damage with a 13% chance to burn enemies.
It also comes complete with a Scope Slot, a Muzzle Slot, and one Mod Slot. There’s also a small chance that the Dorada will inflict the stun status on enemies if it hasn’t already burned them alive with Thermal and Burn.
How To Get La Chingona Dorada
La Chingona Dorada can be acquired aftercompleting the Heroes side quest.Once the quest is complete V, will need towait 24 hours before returning to the El Coyote Cojo,and the gun will be found on the offering table.
La Chingona Dorada Stats
9Kongou
The Kongou is an Iconic tier pistol that can be obtained The pistol has the ricochet ability even when the player doesn’t have the usual Cyberware attachments that are required for the ability.
It starts out as a Rare tiered weapon and comes complete with a Scope Slot, a Muzzle Slot, and one Mod Slot. However, once it has been upgraded to the Legendary tier, it will have four mod slots instead.
How To Get The Kongou
The Kongou can be acquired during “The Heist,” one of the main missionsin Act 1. Prior to the Heist, V will undergo what is called a Braindance during “The Information” mission. This will reveal the pistol was previously on the bed. However, it is found on theright bedside nightstand at Yorinobu’s Penthouse.
8Malorian Arms 3516
High-Powered Weapon With Thermal Damage
The Malorian Arms 3516 is an Iconic pistol that was custom-made forKeanu Reeves' character Johnny Silverhandand can be upgraded to Legendary tier. The pistol has81.09 base Damageandat the Legendary tier, the 3516 can inflict +66-83 Thermal Damageand its bullets can ricochet off surfaces. In addition, its bullets are so powerful that they can shoot through walls, floors, and objects.
How To Get The Malorian Arms 3516
The Marlorian Arms 3516 can beacquired from Graysonwhile participating in the Side Job called “Chippin’ In". In this mission, an unavoidable story-based battle ensues where Grayson will eventually drop the Malorian Arms after V chases him and lands a few shots.
