How to Ace 'The Information' Quest in Cyberpunk 2077

So you've just wrapped up 'The Ride' and now you're staring at Night City's neon-drenched streets thinking, "Alright, what's next?" Well, choom, it's time to get the ball rolling on the biggest heist of your merc career. And that means heading straight into the belly of the beast—Lizzie's Bar. I've run this gig more times than I can count, and trust me, the 'The Information' quest sets the tone for everything that follows. Let me walk you through it like I'm sitting right next to you, controller in hand.

First things first: timing is everything. The game tells you to hit up Lizzie's Bar between 6pm and 6am, and you'd better believe it's not just flavor text. Try showing up at noon and you'll be met with locked doors and a whole lot of nothing. I learned that the hard way on my first playthrough, wandering around Kabuki like a total gonk. So, wait for the sun to go down—or use the time-skip feature in the menu if you're impatient like me.

Once you roll up, two bouncers will give you the ol' once-over. Don't worry, they let you in without any hassle. It's a scripted interaction, so no need to agonize over dialogue choices. Just strut inside. The first thing that hits you is the atmosphere: pulsing music, members of the Mox lounging around, and this palpable sense that you're somewhere you don't fully belong yet. My advice? Take a second to soak it in. This is Night City at its rawest.

Head to the bar and park yourself on a stool. After a moment, Evelyn Parker makes her entrance. Oh boy, where do I start with Evelyn? She's the femme fatale of your dreams and nightmares, all sharp cheekbones and sharper intentions. She'll offer you a drink and launch into her pitch. Listen carefully, because this is where the seeds of the heist are planted. The dialogue here is mostly on rails, but you can pick up on some subtle hints about her desperation if you pay attention.

After the chit-chat, she'll lead you to the basement. This is where we meet the real MVP—Judy Alvarez. If you haven't fallen in love already, you will. Judy's a braindance techie affiliated with the Mox, and she's the one who calibrates the BD rig for you. The banter between her and Evelyn is top-tier, and it clues you in on their dynamic. Judy is whip-smart but wary, while Evelyn is all business.

Now, here's where a lot of newbies get tripped up: the braindance itself. You get plugged into a recording of a rendezvous between Yorinobu Arasaka and Evelyn in the Konpeki Plaza penthouse. Your job? Scour every frame for intel. The BD editor gives you three layers to cycle through—Visual, Audio, and Thermal. Don't just rush through! I see too many players blitz past clues and then wonder why they feel underprepared for the heist. Slow down, choom.

Here's my step-by-step for milking the BD dry:

• Visual Layer: Check out the security cameras, the layout of the room, and where Yorinobu hides the Relic. Notice the guards, the exits, and any tech that might cause trouble later.

• Audio Layer: Isolate the conversations. Yorinobu talks about the Relic's value, the netrunner T-Bug references will make more sense, and you'll overhear small talk that hints at the tension in the room.

• Thermal Layer: This one's gold. You can pinpoint heat signatures of hidden security systems or even see through walls to understand the penthouse's structure. It feels like cheating, and I love it.

Once you've tagged every single piece of data (the game will prompt you when you've scanned enough), you can exit the BD. But here's a little trick: even after the quest marker updates, you can stay in the editor and manually scrub through the timeline. I've found extra details that aren't strictly required but make you feel like a proper cyber-detective.

After the BD, Evelyn drops a bomb. She suggests cutting Dex out of the deal and splitting the payout with you instead. A tempting offer, right? Your choices here? They don't matter one bit in the long run. I've tried accepting, refusing, playing coy—doesn't change the outcome down the line. So just pick whatever vibe feels right for your V. Me? I usually tell her I'll think about it. Leaves a nice ambiguous flavor.

With that, you're done with the core mission. Call Dex, give him the lowdown, and get ready for the next leg of the journey. But before you ride off into the smog, let me dish out some unsolicited advice: explore Lizzie's Bar afterward. There's ambient dialogue, a few Easter eggs, and if you're lucky, you might catch a scene that sets up Judy's backstory. Also, this is one of the earliest opportunities to get a feel for the Mox, and trust me, you'll be dealing with them more than you think.

In 2026, even after multiple updates and the Phantom Liberty expansion, 'The Information' remains a masterclass in pacing. It's a breather between high-octane gigs and serves as a quiet introduction to key players. So don't sleep on it. Do it right, and you'll walk into Konpeki Plaza feeling like a legend in the making. Now go make some eddies, and don't let the bouncers see you sweat.