The eagerly awaited Cyberpunk 2077 expansion, Phantom Liberty, has hit the market. But, it’s not all smooth sailing as some gamers are finding their download stuck on the loading screen. This guide offers potential solutions and also evaluates how CD Projekt Red’s (CDPR) servers are managing the launch.
How to Fix Download Issues
If your download is hanging on the ‘Downloading…’ message, here are some steps you could take:
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Reboot the Game: Often, a simple game reboot can fix the issue. Ensure you fully close the game before starting it again. If you're starting the game through Steam, try to restart Steam. Some users have had success doing this, and it will most likely help you too, with the game automatically starting an update through the platform.
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Ensure Game is Updated: Check that your base game is running the latest version. For Cyberpunk that's Update 2.0. CDPR regularly rolls out updates and patches that can fix a variety of issues, so check there's no updates that you've missed.
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Turn Off Overlay Apps: Overlay apps such as MSI Afterburner, Rivatuner, RGB software, or other third-party apps running in the background could interfere with the game. Try turning these off and then retry the download.
- Have patience: Yes, we know this is not a solution, however we must acknowledge that Phantom Liberty is a massive launch and without PC preload from platforms like Steam, it's normal to see CDPR's servers' knees start to cave in.
CDPR Server Performance
In terms of CDPR’s server performance during the Phantom Liberty launch wave, there hasn’t been any specific mention of server issues. However, it’s worth noting that CDPR has disabled mods for Phantom Liberty’s launch. This was done to prevent potential conflicts with new content in the DLC and to ensure a smooth gaming experience. It’s unclear if players can re-enable them themselves, by modding the game (pun intended).
While these solutions might not work for everyone, they’re worth trying if you’re experiencing issues with downloading Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty. As always, if problems persist, reaching out to CDPR’s support team is recommended.
