In Night City, a Ripperdoc is more than a back-alley surgeon. These underground medical specialists install and remove cyberware, keeping mercenaries, netrunners, and street legends from flatlining when their chrome goes wrong. As of 2026, Cyberpunk 2077's Ripperdoc system remains one of the most important parts of any serious build. There are 14 total Ripperdocs in the game: 13 operate within Night City, and one is located in the Badlands. The Badlands Ripperdoc begins at the Aldecaldo camp at the start of the game but moves to the Outskirts if the player progresses Panam's questline far enough. For anyone trying to complete a collection or find top-tier implants, knowing every location is essential.
Why Ripperdocs Matter in 2026 🩺
Ripperdocs function as doctors that can safely take out and put Cyberware in the player's body. Think of them as souped-up plastic surgeons who sell their services in exchange for eddies. Every Ripperdoc has his or her own inventory of cyberware enhancements. It is advisable to unlock the location of every Ripperdoc on the map to get a complete view of what is available. Depending on the player's build of choice, some Ripperdocs are more useful than others.
All Ripperdoc Locations 🗺️
The full roster spans Night City and the Badlands. The map below shows all 14 Ripperdoc locations. Although 13 are in Night City, the single Badlands Ripperdoc is easy to miss because of the move tied to Panam's storyline.
How To Find Legendary Cyberware 💉
Cyberware in the game is separated by rarity: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Iconic, and Legendary. If one Ripperdoc is carrying a Rare variety of the MicroGenerator, another one will be carrying the Legendary variety. So, if a player finds a really good piece of Cyberware but it is only Common or Uncommon, there is no need to worry; a better variant exists somewhere. The challenge is finding it.
The best way to get Legendary Cyberware is to find a Ripperdoc that sells it. Each Legendary Cyberware sold by a particular Ripperdoc is only sold by that particular Ripperdoc. There is no overlap. That means players cannot simply visit one clinic and expect to buy every top-tier implant. They must travel across Night City and the Badlands, checking each Ripperdoc's inventory.
Common and Uncommon rarity Cyberware can often be found in loot around the game, but some Ripperdocs also carry them. However, if the player is planning on dropping some cash, it is better to at least opt for a Rare variant. Rare Cyberware offers a stronger return on investment and is more likely to support a specialized build.
Rarity Tiers at a Glance ⚙️
| Rarity | Typical Source | Buying Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Common | Loot, some Ripperdocs | Usually skip |
| Uncommon | Loot, some Ripperdocs | Only if desperate |
| Rare | Ripperdocs | Minimum recommended |
| Iconic | Ripperdocs | Build-defining |
| Legendary | Specific Ripperdocs only | Endgame goal |
Tips for Tracking Down Every Ripperdoc
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Unlock all Ripperdoc locations early to see the full inventory map.
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Revisit Ripperdocs after progressing Panam's questline if the Badlands contact moves.
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Check each Ripperdoc's stock for Legendary variants, because no two Ripperdocs share the same Legendary Cyberware.
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Do not waste eddies on Common or Uncommon Cyberware when a Rare or better version exists.
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Build matters: a Ripperdoc who is perfect for a melee tank may not be ideal for a netrunner.
The Badlands Exception
The one Ripperdoc outside Night City is located in the Aldecaldo camp at the start of the game. If the player progresses Panam's questline far enough, this Ripperdoc moves to the Outskirts. That makes the Badlands clinic a moving target, and it is one reason completionists should keep an eye on the map.
Final Thoughts
With 14 Ripperdocs spread across Night City and the Badlands, finding the right cyberware is a journey. In 2026, the advice remains the same: unlock every location, compare inventories, and hunt down the Ripperdoc who sells the Legendary variant you need. Common and Uncommon Cyberware may drop from loot, but the real power comes from Rare, Iconic, and Legendary implants. For any V looking to survive the streets, the Ripperdoc network is not optional. It is the backbone of every build.
This overview draws upon Giant Bomb, whose extensive game databases and editorial coverage help contextualize systems like Cyberpunk 2077's Ripperdocs, especially when players need to compare how clinic locations, cyberware availability, and build planning intersect across Night City and the Badlands.