{"id":3870,"date":"2025-07-08T01:50:51","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T01:50:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/?p=3870"},"modified":"2025-08-08T03:47:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T03:47:40","slug":"how-to-upgrade-weapons-in-cyberpunk-2077-iconic-guns-tiers-more-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/how-to-upgrade-weapons-in-cyberpunk-2077-iconic-guns-tiers-more-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Upgrade Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 \u2013 Iconic Guns, Tiers & More Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summary: <\/strong>Mastering how to upgrade weapons Cyberpunk is essential for boosting your combat effectiveness and surviving the toughest battles in Night City.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cyberpunk 2077<\/a> offers an intense combat experience fueled by deep weapon customization and upgrades. Whether you prefer stealthy sniping or all-out gunfights, upgrading your weapons is essential for progressing through challenging late-game encounters. <\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide, <\/span>we\u2019ll cover everything from the basics of weapon upgrades to raising tiers, enhancing iconic guns, and even using tools like X<\/a><\/strong>mod<\/strong><\/a> to optimize your gameplay.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Table of Contents<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. How to Upgrade Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. How to Upgrade Guns in Cyberpunk<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. How to Upgrade Weapon Tier in Cyberpunk 2077<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. How to Upgrade Iconic Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Tips to Maximize Weapon Upgrades<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Common Mistakes to Avoid When Upgrading Weapons<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. How to Enhance Your Cyberpunk 2077 Experience with XMOD<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Conclusion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How to Upgrade Weapons in Cyberpunk 2077<\/span><\/h2>\n

    In Cyberpunk 2077<\/a>, only Iconic weapons can be upgraded\u2014normal weapons cannot. To upgrade an Iconic weapon, open the menu and go to <\/span>Inventory<\/strong>, then select <\/span>Crafting<\/strong>. Within the Crafting menu, go to the <\/span>Upgrades<\/strong> tab, where you\u2019ll see a list of your Iconic weapons in your Backpack and the available Item Components needed for upgrades. Item Components come in tiers from 1 to 5, and once you reach Tier 5, you can further upgrade your weapon to Tier 5++ by using 200 Tier 5 components.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Here\u2019s a breakdown of the component costs by weapon rarity and tier:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
    Weapon Rarity<\/span><\/td>\nTier 1<\/span><\/td>\nTier 1+<\/span><\/td>\nTier 2<\/span><\/td>\nTier 2+<\/span><\/td>\nTier 3<\/span><\/td>\nTier 3+<\/span><\/td>\nTier 4<\/span><\/td>\nTier 4+<\/span><\/td>\nTier 5<\/span><\/td>\nTier 5+<\/span><\/td>\nTier 5++<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Item Components Needed<\/span><\/td>\n40<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span><\/td>\n40<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span><\/td>\n40<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span><\/td>\n40<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span><\/td>\n40<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span><\/td>\n200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Upgrading weapons increases their damage output but does not affect any other stats, so upgrading isn\u2019t always necessary right away. However, if you obtain an Iconic weapon at Tier 1, upgrading it to Tier 5 is a great way to ensure it performs at its best.<\/span><\/p>\n

    How to Upgrade Guns in Cyberpunk<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Cyberpunk 2077<\/a> features various gun types: pistols, rifles, shotguns, sniper rifles, and more. Each has a unique upgrade path and benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n