Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty’s FIA Can’t Be a One-Off Inclusion

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Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty's FIA Can't Be a One-Off Inclusion

As a dedicated Cyberpunk 2077 enthusiast, who’s spent countless hours diving into Night City’s neon-lit streets and gritty underbelly, I can confidently say that the Phantom Liberty DLC was a game-changer. The introduction of Solomon Reed and the FIA has opened up a whole new world beyond the city limits, making me yearn for more lore and adventures in this expansive universe.

It’s been several years of refinements before Cyberpunk 2077 finally felt like the game it was intended to be, but the wait was definitely justified. Last year saw a fresh instalment for Cyberpunk 2077 with the critically-adored Phantom Liberty expansion pack. As an expansion, Phantom Liberty delivered a wealth of captivating content and significant additions to the game’s lore, particularly with the incorporation of the FIA.

In the thrilling tale of Phantom Liberty, one of the key figures is Solomon Reed. Disguised as an undercover agent for the Federal Intelligence Agency (FIA) within Night City, Reed plays a pivotal role in the storyline of Phantom Liberty. Reed’s presence in the narrative enriches the background information of Cyberpunk 2077, providing insights into the larger government bodies operating outside of Night City. Although Phantom Liberty provides a glimpse into the FIA, it only scratches the surface, leaving ample room for Project Orion to delve deeper into this intriguing organization.

Phantom Liberty’s Inclusion of the FIA Should Only Be the Tip of the Iceberg

The FIA is a Treasure Trove of Lore

In the game Cyberpunk 2077, Night City plays a central role in the narrative, and while it’s an impressive backdrop, the FIA offers glimpses into regions beyond the city limits. Since Night City operates independently from NUSA control, not much is revealed about what lies past its boundaries. There are the outskirts inhabited by Nomads, but the history of the NUSA remains enigmatic within the game’s context.

The FIA finally shed some light on how NUSA-run organizations work, and this would be a fascinating route for Project Orion to go down. There are many different endings Cyberpunk 2077 offers, and depending on which one CD Projekt Red considers canon, the FIA could play a larger role in the sequel’s story. One of the most compelling endings is Cyberpunk 2077‘s Tower Ending which Phantom Liberty introduces. In this ending, V is able to have their chip removed with the help of the FIA, finally saving them. However, V pays a high price by being unable to get upgrades, leaving them to live life as a normal human and start from scratch.

In
Cyberpunk 2077
lore, the FIA was formed after the dissolution of the CIA and NSA.

If this is the final storyline, character V might get a second chance and join forces with Solomon Reed as an FIA agent. This unconventional path for Project Orion might prove captivating. Given V’s role within Project Orion remains uncertain, this situation offers an opportunity to portray the character in a fresh perspective.

Project Orion Following a New Path Can Set the Stage for More FIA Storylines

Rumors of a Fresh Protagonist

One of the most exciting aspects of Phantom Liberty was its story’s political espionage, and it would be exciting for Project Orion to follow this path. With rumors that Project Orion will take place on the moon and speculation that V won’t be the main character, the sequel is a huge mystery. If V isn’t the main protagonist, then featuring the character as an FIA agent who players offer information to or even has as a partner could be a compelling way to further explore the organization. The underlying politics of Cyberpunk 2077 is a fascinating point in the game’s story that Project Orion should offer more insight into.

An alternative scenario could be that the main character of Project Orion is already a seasoned agent within the FIA (Federation International Automobile). Gaining access to the inner workings of the NUSA government would add a new twist to the series and make it stand out from its precursor. The intricate backstory of Cyberpunk 2077 opens up many exciting possibilities for Project Orion, and broadening the FIA’s role could serve as a rich source of inspiration.

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2024-09-09 14:04