In 2026, Night City still has a way of keeping its ghosts alive. I had just finished rewatching Cyberpunk: Edgerunners for the third time, and I could not shake the image of David Martinez — his jacket, his tragic grin, his refusal to go quietly. So I did what any sentimental merc would do: I booted Cyberpunk 2077, rolled a new V, and went hunting for the Edgerunners items that CD Projekt Red tucked into update 1.6. Honestly? I nearly missed the first clue because I was too busy staring at the condemned tower. Megabuilding H4, in Arroyo, Santo Domingo, looms over the district like a tired giant, and the building itself seems to scowl at anyone who gets close. No Entry scrolls across its exterior, but that did not stop me. I fast traveled to Metro: Wollesen St., walked around to the east side, and looked for the biohazard sign. There, beside a green spray-painted symbol, sat a blue and orange trash can. Inside it was a braindance wreath. I activated it, sat back, and let the recording wash over me. It is a short, quiet moment, and it made the whole city feel haunted in the best way.
After the braindance, I texted Muamar 'El Capitan' Reyes. He agreed to help, but he needed time. I waited 24 in-game hours — I spent them clearing a nearby gig and pretending I was not impatient. Then my phone buzzed. It was not Reyes. It was Falco, one of David's crew from Edgerunners, reaching out with more mysteries than answers. He said he had left something with Reyes: David Martinez's jacket. I headed to the fixer and claimed the prize. That jacket, with its upturned collar and unmistakable silhouette, is still one of the most fashionable pieces in my wardrobe. In 2026, with every patch and expansion behind us, it remains a perfect tribute to the anime that pulled so many of us back into Night City.
How I Got David Martinez's Jacket
The quest is called Over the Edge, and it is refreshingly simple. You do not need to fight a cyberpsycho or hack a corporate subnet. You just need to listen, wait, and send a few texts. Here is the exact route I took:
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Travel to Megabuilding H4 in Arroyo, Santo Domingo. Fast travel to Metro: Wollesen St. is the quickest way.
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Walk around to the east side of the building. Look for the biohazard sign and the green spray-painted symbol on the wall.
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Find the blue and orange trash can near the markings. Activate the braindance wreath inside.
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Listen to the braindance. It is short, so enjoy the atmosphere.
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Text Muamar 'El Capitan' Reyes to ask about David Martinez.
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Wait 24 in-game hours for a response. Find another side gig or use the time to shop.
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When Falco texts you, read his message. He explains that he left David's jacket with Reyes.
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Go to Reyes and collect David Martinez's jacket.
Trust me, choom, the wait is worth it. The jacket is not just cosmetic; it is a story you can wear. Every time I walk through Japantown or drive past the Afterlife, I feel like I am carrying a little piece of David's rebellion with me. It is silly, maybe, but that is what good Easter eggs do. They turn a game world into a memory.
Other Edgerunners Echoes I Found
The jacket is the main prize, but it is not the only nod to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners in Cyberpunk 2077. While I was in Arroyo, I decided to hunt down the other references. They are small, but they add up to something special. Here is what I discovered:
| Easter Egg | Location | What I Found |
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| David's Apartment | Megabuilding H4, Arroyo, Santo Domingo | The same condemned building where Over the Edge begins. Fast travel to Metro: Wollesen St. and look for the No Entry signs. |
| David's Ripperdoc | Arroyo, Santo Domingo, near Mission Waterfront | Travel down the pier until you see the blue neon sign that reads RipperDoc Open. The doctor is not home, but you can sit down and modify your character. |
| David's Afterlife Drink | The Afterlife bar | Ask Claire for 'The David Martinez.' It is hidden in the menu, offers no special buff, and exists purely as a fun Easter egg. |
I visited David's apartment first. It is the same Megabuilding H4 from the quest, so I did not have to go far. Standing outside, I thought about how the anime turned this generic housing block into a place of tragedy and hope. Then I went to David's Ripperdoc. The little shop sits near the waterfront, and the blue neon sign glows like a promise. The doctor was not there, but I sat in the chair anyway. For a second, I imagined David in the same seat, getting another piece of chrome that would push him further from humanity. It was eerie and moving.
Finally, I stopped by the Afterlife. Claire, the bartender, now has 'The David Martinez' on the menu. I ordered it and raised the glass to a character who never got a happy ending. The drink does nothing special — no stat boost, no buff — but that is not the point. It is a toast. It is Night City remembering one of its own, even if that own was fictional.
Why This Still Matters in 2026
We are years past update 1.6, and Cyberpunk 2077 has changed a lot. Phantom Liberty reshaped the story, the 2.0 update rebuilt perks and police, and the game is now a different beast than it was at launch. Yet the Edgerunners content remains untouched in the best way. It is a bridge between the anime and the game, a quiet acknowledgment that David Martinez's story mattered to millions of players. If you are replaying in 2026, or if you are one of the new fans who came in after Edgerunners, I recommend taking an evening to chase these items. Do not rush. Listen to the braindance. Sit in the ripperdoc chair. Order the drink. Let the city ... remember.
So, yeah, I stood in Megabuilding H4 for a minute longer than I needed to. The rain was falling, the neon was buzzing, and somewhere in the distance, a siren wailed. I pulled up my inventory, equipped David's jacket, and walked back into the night. Night City may be a nightmare, but sometimes it gives you a beautiful ghost to wear.