I have a great admiration for the user interface in Cyberpunk 2077. The developer, CD Projekt Red, has successfully integrated a seamless communication of vital player information such as health, ammunition, and cyberware opportunities into an immersive and stylish design that reflects the essence of Night City. This same level of detail extends to most of the weapons as well; when aiming down the sights, you can glean information on distances and ammo counts, and the game often plays with your perception to fully engage you in the game world. However, at times, this level of detail can be overwhelmingly distracting, particularly during intense firefights. Fortunately, one modder has come up with a solution.
There’s a multitude of Cyberpunk 2077 mods that enhance your experience in Night City. With the release of Update 2.0 and Phantom Liberty, modders are either re-releasing their mods or adapting them to function with the base game. To address the issue of scopes, ‘theCyanideX’ has introduced the Preem Scopes mod. This mod simplifies the visual effects of scopes, making them more manageable during any Cyberpunk 2077 gaming session.
This mod is akin to the changes made by cyberware mods or the HD rework for Cyberpunk. It may be a minor adjustment, but it’s a highly appreciated one, and it has already garnered thousands of downloads. According to theCyanideX, it “removes scope glitches, scanlines, tint, and 3D HUD effects,” and it also reduces distortion and vignetting.
If you’d like to see a direct comparison between the mod and the base game, there are side-by-side images available in the RPG game that illustrate its effects. Preem Scopes is part of a more extensive Preem mod collection that both enhances and subtly alters various visual elements in Cyberpunk, including hair, skin, and beards. Keep in mind that Preem Scopes doesn’t eliminate every additional detail from scopes, but it does simplify them, making it much easier to use almost any weapon equipped with a scope.
theCyanideX also mentions that not all scopes have been “preemified” yet, so if you notice any missing scopes after downloading the mod, you can leave a comment to bring it to their attention. You can find and download Preem Scopes right now if you’re interested in implementing this change, and the installation instructions are included.
If you’re deeply immersed in Phantom Liberty and looking to revamp your playstyle, we’ve compiled the best Cyberpunk 2077 builds for Update 2.0, along with the Cyberpunk 2077 system requirements for your reference.