Even years after its initial launch, CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 refuses to fade away. Thanks to 2026’s massive “Afterlife Edition” (Update 2.4), stunning new VR mods, unexpected anime crossovers, and growing hype for the sequel Project Orion, millions of players are reinstalling the game and heading back to Night City.
There is no denying that the game’s original score by Marcin Przybyłowicz, P.T. Adamczyk, and Paul Leonard-Morgan is an industrial, techno-laced masterpiece. But if you are starting your third or fourth playthrough—perhaps trying a new Netrunner build or testing out a Sandevistan melee run—you might be craving a fresh auditory experience.
You need music that matches the neon-drenched, dystopian aesthetic of the game while injecting a heavier, underground synthwave energy.
That is exactly why we put together CYBER SYNTH 2077. Originally released alongside the game’s launch, this massive 25-track compilation by Future City Records is the ultimate custom soundtrack for cruising the Badlands, fighting Maelstrom gangoons, and burning rubber through Corpo Plaza.
Why Cyberpunk 2077 is Still the King of the Future
Before we dive into the tracklist, it is worth acknowledging why Cyberpunk 2077 remains the ultimate digital playground for synthwave and darksynth fans in 2026.
- The Living City: Night City is a dense, multi-district megacity that feels handcrafted. Whether you are in the luxurious heights of Westbrook, the gang-infested streets of Pacifica, or the dusty expanse of the Badlands, the environment is a visual manifestation of the synthwave aesthetic.
- The “Edgerunners” Resurgence: The hit anime spin-off Cyberpunk: Edgerunners injected massive emotional weight into the franchise. With 2026 bringing new crossovers (like Wuthering Waves) and the final “Afterlife” cosmetic drops, the lore has never been richer.
- The High-Speed Combat: The game’s flexible combat—from ricocheting “Power” weapons to hacking enemy optics—requires high-BPM, adrenaline-fueled music.
When you are speeding down the highway on a Yaiba Kusanagi motorcycle, the right track can turn a simple delivery mission into a cinematic movie scene.
The ‘CYBER SYNTH 2077’ Tracklist
We scoured the global underground synth scene to compile 25 tracks that perfectly fit the dystopian, high-tech vibe of the game. Here is the complete roster of artists and songs included in the album:
| Track # | Artist | Song Title |
| 1 | Ace Waft | Android |
| 2 | Violation Drive | Louder Than Death (feat. Francci) |
| 3 | Atmolifter | Deathmatch |
| 4 | Shadow Synth | Space Gate |
| 5 | Le Louvre | Wake Up |
| 6 | AEROVIPER | Race To Nowhere |
| 7 | Midnight Smoke | Space City Skyline |
| 8 | A-Koda | Stay With Me |
| 9 | Telegimnastika (feat. Jules) | Run, Run, Run |
| 10 | Max Overdrive 1986 | All Day Danger |
| 11 | Ruksby | Formula of Life |
| 12 | Mister The Kid | Petrichor |
| 13 | Ach’To | Rollercoaster |
| 14 | PolarisRadio | Poison Moon |
| 15 | Lazerlight Express | Waverider |
| 16 | P.N.D.A | Daydream Highway |
| 17 | Kukuzenko | 1981 |
| 18 | Shyntax | Animated World |
| 19 | Burnic | Moon Drive |
| 20 | Gredex | Machine City |
| 21 | Hideotronic | Sleepwalker |
| 22 | Walter Alienson | Planeta V |
| 23 | Mehrun | Moonlight Highway |
| 24 | Wave Disturbance | Endless Time |
| 25 | Shadow Synth | Crystal Palace |
How to Score Your Playthrough
Instead of just shuffling the album, here are a few ways to pair these specific tracks with your in-game activities:
For the High-Speed Getaway:
When the NCPD is on your tail, and you need to lose them in the neon-lit tunnels of Watson, queue up Aeroviper’s “Race To Nowhere” or Midnight Smoke’s “Space City Skyline”. The driving basslines and rapid hi-hats will make you press the accelerator just a little harder.
For the Cyberpsycho Boss Fights:
If you are walking into a heavily guarded corporate compound or fighting a chromed-out boss, you need aggression. Violation Drive’s “Louder Than Death” and Atmolifter’s “Deathmatch” provide the heavy, distorted darksynth energy required to match the on-screen chaos. It feels like you are wielding the TubeOhm TO-Sampler as a weapon.
For Exploring the Badlands:
When you leave the city limits and drive out into the desert under a polluted sky, play Mister The Kid’s “Petrichor”. The atmospheric, moody synthesizers reflect the isolation and vastness of the Nomad territories perfectly.
Stream and Download the Compilation
Ready to upgrade your Night City soundtrack? You can stream the entire CYBER SYNTH 2077 compilation or download the high-quality files (FLAC, WAV, or MP3) directly from our Bandcamp.
At just $7.00 for all 25 tracks, it is the cheapest cyberware upgrade you can buy today. Alternatively, if you want to dive deeper into the underground scene, you can grab our Full Digital Discography (100 releases!) at a massive 70% discount.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.4 ‘Afterlife Edition’?
Released in mid-2026, Update 2.4 (dubbed the ‘Afterlife Edition’) is the final numbered patch for Cyberpunk 2077. It includes minor cosmetic content tied into the Edgerunners anime and serves as the definitive, final state of the game before CD Projekt Red moves entirely to the sequel, Project Orion.
Can I play custom music while gaming on a console?
Yes. Both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S allow you to play music from background apps (like Spotify or Apple Music) while muting the in-game music in the Cyberpunk 2077 audio settings. PC players can simply run their media player of choice in the background.
Who created the CYBER SYNTH 2077 compilation?
The album was curated and published by Future City Records, an independent label specializing in synthwave, darksynth, and retro-electronic music. It features 25 different independent electronic artists from around the world.
Is there a sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 coming?
Yes. CD Projekt Red has officially confirmed that the sequel, currently operating under the codename Project Orion, is in active development.