Cyberpunk 2077 players can become walking tanks in new free combat exoskeleton mod

Cyberpunk 2077 players can download a fun new free mod that essentially turns you into an overpowered mech tank, ready to cause utter destruction on the neon-lit streets of Night City. So, if you’ve ever dreamt of piloting a near-indestructible exoskeleton in the sci-fi RPG from CD Projekt RED, now is your chance.

The mod in question is called ‘Militech Centaur – Combat Exoskeleton’, created by FOGH0RN (with help from some friends), and it’s free to download right now on PC courtesy of Nexus Mods. The Militech Centaur mech in Cyberpunk 2077 will come equipped with an arsenal of powerful weapons, abilities and even its own progressive system.

Furthermore, ‘Militech Centaur – Combat Exoskeleton’ also comes with its very own storyline that focuses on V acquiring the mech suit for a quest that involves the infamous Maelstrom street gang. Oh, and we nearly forgot: you can even call in for the Militech Centaur to drop from the sky just like Titanfall.

10 of the best features in Cyberpunk 2077's free Militech Centaur mod

• Pilot your own combat exoskeleton: Take control of the Militech Centaur in first- or third-person, switching between offensive and defensive stances depending on the situation.
• Four devastating weapons: Unleash havoc with a Plasma Cannon, Plasma Shotgun, Thermal Beam and Flamethrower, each offering a different way to deal with enemies.
• Unlock powerful special attacks: Rain down guided missiles, target multiple enemies at once or fire devastating rail shots that can pierce enemies and cover.
• Fight alongside your Centaur: Unlock Sentinel Protocol to have the exoskeleton follow V and attack enemies independently, effectively giving you a heavily armed companion.
• 40 unique perks to unlock: Develop your Centaur's abilities through three skill trees focused on mobility, defence and firepower.
• Take combat to the skies: Unlock charged jumps, air dashes and powerful ground slams to crush enemies from above.
• Use a powerful defensive shield: Block incoming attacks, charge into enemies and even unleash a shockwave using energy absorbed by your shield.
• Call in your Centaur whenever needed: Summon your exoskeleton through three deployment methods, including having a Militech aircraft drop it directly onto the battlefield.
• Complete a brand-new quest: Return to All Foods for a new mission involving Maelstrom and Militech equipment, which rewards you with your very own Centaur.
• Customise and upgrade your machine: Choose between three paint schemes, upgrade your neural synchronisation shard through 11 tiers, and repair your Centaur to keep it fighting.

MILITECH CENTAUR - Combat Exoskeleton skill tree, CD Projekt/FOGH0RN via Nexus Mods

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How to download and install the mod

• Visit the mod's Nexus Mods page.
• Open the Requirements section and install any mods marked as mandatory.
• Select the Files tab and download the latest compatible version.
• Use Vortex Mod Manager to install and enable the mod, or follow the creator's manual installation instructions.
• Launch Cyberpunk 2077 on PC and confirm everything works correctly.

The Militech Centaur mod looks like an absolute blast, especially if you're looking for a fresh way to experience Night City while feeling ridiculously overpowered in the process. Just be warned, I'm sure the residents of this neon-lit city won't be too happy with all the chaos you're about to unleash.

As in most cases, this mod is exclusive to the PC version of the game. For the rest of us, we can enjoy Cyberpunk 2077 as intended on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch 2.