Key Takeaways
Nue is a Power pistol in Cyberpunk 2077, not a melee weapon; the supplied subtype should be corrected before the page is assembled.
Power-pistol identity
Nue is a conventional Power handgun whose behaviour follows Cyberpunk 2077’s post-2.0 Power-weapon rules rather than melee mechanics.
Ricochet-focused handling
Its Power classification allows ricochet-based shooting when the relevant cyberware and aiming conditions are met, giving it a different role from Smart and Tech pistols.
Tier-dependent stats
Nue’s displayed combat values depend on its weapon tier and state, so damage and other numbers should not be presented without that context.
Straightforward but less specialized
Compared with Smart pistols, Nue does not provide target-seeking behaviour; compared with Tech pistols, it does not rely on charge mechanics. Its appeal is conventional pistol handling with Power-weapon ricochet potential.
Standard-weapon availability
As a standard weapon rather than a uniquely identified Iconic variant, Nue should be documented with its specific tier, vendor or loot context instead of a universal acquisition claim.
Overview
Nue is a standard Power pistol in Cyberpunk 2077, built as a conventional handgun sidearm rather than an Iconic weapon with a bespoke effect. Its defining system behavior is the Power weapon platform’s potential for bullet ricochets, while its practical role is straightforward precision shooting at close and medium combat distances.
The Nue belongs to the game’s ordinary weapon pool, so it is encountered as a conventional tiered weapon rather than as a one-off quest relic. Its exact performance depends on the tier and other current weapon-state variables; the weapon’s identity is therefore better described by its class and handling role than by a single universal damage claim. It is a usable baseline for handgun players who want a standard Power pistol without committing to a named Iconic effect.
As a Power weapon, the Nue can support the ricochet-oriented behavior associated with that technology family when the relevant combat conditions are met. This gives it a different tactical profile from Smart weapons, which depend on targeting behavior, and Tech weapons, whose defining interactions center on charging and penetration. The Nue itself does not replace those systems with a unique weapon-specific gimmick; its distinction is the combination of a conventional pistol form and Power-weapon mechanics.
In combat, the Nue suits players who want a sidearm that can be aimed manually and used for deliberate shots rather than treated as a specialized automatic weapon. It can serve as a general-purpose handgun during progression, particularly when a player wants to stay within the Handguns archetype while waiting for a preferred Iconic or a better-tier replacement. Its value is contextual: tier, perks, attachments, and the player’s attributes can matter more than the base name alone.
Nue is part of the post-2.0 weapon framework and should not be evaluated using pre-2.0 weapon assumptions. The same name can represent different tier states as progression advances, so this overview intentionally avoids presenting one fixed numerical profile as universal. Phantom Liberty does not turn the ordinary Nue into a separate variant for this description; DLC-specific availability and any named Iconic derivatives should be treated separately from the standard weapon.
Statistics
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Class | Pistol |
| Subtype | Pistol |
| Technology | Power |
| Ammo | Handgun Ammo |
| Stat Scaling | Tier-dependent |
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Content Scope | Base game / free update |
Figures verified against Consolidated Game Weapons Database.
Compared to similar pistols
| Attribute |  Nue | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class | Pistol | Pistol | Pistol | Pistol | Pistol |
| Technology | Power | Smart | Power | Power | Power |
| Ammo | Handgun Ammo | Handgun Ammo | Handgun Ammo | Handgun Ammo | Handgun Ammo |
| Iconic | — | Yes | — | — | — |
How to Obtain
- No specific quest, boss, character, DLC, or NG+ completion is required for the standard Nue; availability depends on the current weapon tier and vendor or loot pool.
- 01Visit a weapon vendor in Night City and check the pistol section for the standard Nue. Vendor stock is tiered and can change with progression, so a Nue may not appear on the first visit; leave and return later if necessary.
- 02The standard Nue can also appear as ordinary weapon loot from enemies and containers during gameplay. This is not a fixed guaranteed pickup, so searching a particular location is not required or reliable.
Availability
Cyberpunk 2077 base game, post-2.0 system
Nue is a standard handgun rather than a Phantom Liberty-exclusive weapon. Vendor stock and loot rolls are not fixed to one universal tier or price.
- Requires
- No Phantom Liberty ownership requirement; availability and item tier vary with character progression and the relevant vendor or loot source.
Mechanics and Handling
Nue is a conventional Power pistol built around deliberate, accurate shots rather than sustained fire. Its handling rewards controlled trigger pulls and target selection: the weapon can hit hard for a handgun, but its slower firing rhythm makes missed shots more consequential than they are with a high-capacity automatic pistol.
Semi-automatic firing and shot commitment
The Nue fires one round per trigger pull. Its practical attack pattern is therefore governed by recovery between shots, recoil control and how quickly the player can reacquire the target, rather than by a burst or automatic stream. It is most comfortable when used from a stable stance with deliberate follow-up shots. Rapidly clicking through a target can work at close range, but it gives up the precision that makes this pistol attractive.
Power-weapon behaviour
As a Power weapon, the Nue uses the Power-weapon rules of the current post-2.0 system rather than Tech charging or Smart targeting. Its bullets can interact with hard surfaces through the game's ricochet system when the relevant equipment and firing conditions are present. Ricochet is a situational option, not a replacement for direct fire: open sightlines and unobstructed hits remain the simpler way to use the pistol.
Close and medium-range handling
The Nue is easier to exploit when the player creates a clear firing lane and aims for vulnerable targets. Its handgun format keeps it more mobile than a long gun, while its slower cadence encourages short engagements instead of indiscriminate suppression. At close range, the weapon can be paired with movement or a quick weapon swap after a missed opening shot; at longer distances, careful sight alignment matters more than attempting to compensate with rapid fire.
Tier, attachments and resource behaviour
The Nue has no reload-free or returning-ammunition mechanic. It consumes the handgun ammunition assigned by the current game system and must be reloaded after its magazine is spent. Its damage and handling are tier-dependent, so the exact feel of a low-tier Nue should not be treated as representative of a higher-tier copy. Attachments and weapon mods can further change its practical handling where the item's current tier and available slots permit them; those additions are separate from the base pistol's behaviour.
Upgrades and Variants
Strengths, Weaknesses and Best Uses
Strengths
- Semi-automatic pistol handling makes the Nue suitable for deliberate shots rather than sustained automatic fire.
- As a Power weapon, its bullets can use ricochet mechanics when the relevant cyberware and firing conditions are available, adding angle-based options in close spaces.
- It fits handgun-focused perks and cyberware without requiring the tracking behaviour of Smart weapons or the charge timing of Tech weapons.
Weaknesses
- Its semi-automatic firing pattern places more pressure on aim and trigger timing than automatic pistols or machine pistols.
- Ricochet is conditional: it depends on suitable surfaces, positioning and the required equipment, so it is not a universal substitute for direct shots.
- The Nue offers no Smart targeting or Tech charging mechanic, limiting its advantages for builds centered on those weapon systems.
- Repeated engagements can be less forgiving when missed shots create downtime instead of continuous suppressive fire.
Best uses
- Use it for controlled close- to mid-range engagements where accurate handgun fire is more valuable than automatic volume.
- Pair it with a Power-handgun setup when ricochet shots can exploit walls, cover or confined interiors.
- Choose it as a straightforward pistol option for players who want direct aiming and handgun perks without Smart or Tech weapon requirements.
Compared With Similar Weapons
| Attribute | Nue | Lexington |  Unity |  Liberty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class and technology | Semi-automatic Power-pistol platform with a direct, conventional firing profile | Automatic Power-pistol alternative that favors faster follow-up fire | Conventional Power pistol with a more general-purpose role | Power-pistol family alternative with distinct Iconic variants |
| Practical distinction | Players who want a straightforward pistol without Smart targeting or Tech charging | Handgun builds prioritizing sustained close-to-mid-range fire | Players seeking a simpler all-round pistol option | Players comparing Nue with a pistol that offers a stronger variant and upgrade path |
| Best fit | — | — | — | — |
Used In
- La Chingona DoradaIconic Nue-based power pistol associated with Jackie Welles and obtained during the Heroes questline.
- Jackie WellesJackie carries and is closely associated with the iconic La Chingona Dorada, a Nue-based weapon.
- HeroesThis questline leads to the Nue-based La Chingona Dorada after its associated memorial sequence.
Trivia
- Several named Iconic pistols use the Nue as their underlying weapon family, including Death and Taxes and La Chingona Dorada; these are distinct variants rather than separate weapon classes.
