Under the tab, change the Default Format to 24-bit, 48000 Hz (Studio Quality) or 16-bit, 48000 Hz . Click Apply and restart the game. Summary of Language Codes

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Guaranteed to work with the CODEX release of Patch 1.5.

Complete translation of menus, shard logs, weapon descriptions, and data terminals.

When CD Projekt Red released Patch 1.5 in February 2022, they changed how Cyberpunk 2077 handled audio streaming, lip-sync algorithms, and texture archives.

The "v1.5 CODEX exclusive" language pack refers to a supplemental audio/text pack released around the game's (a major next-gen overhaul). The term "CODEX exclusive" typically means it was designed for scene release groups —specifically, pirated copies of the game that bypass Steam/GOG/Epic.

When Cyberpunk 2077 launched in December 2020, it was a seismic event—both for its breathtaking vision of a dystopian future and its rocky technical performance. Fast forward to Patch 1.5 (the "Next-Gen Update"), and the game transformed into the masterpiece players had always hoped for. However, for a specific segment of the PC gaming community—specifically those using repackaged or "alternative" distribution versions—a unique challenge emerged: how to acquire the high-quality voice-over and subtitle language packs without relying on the official launchers (Steam, GOG, or Epic Games).

Generally, older saves worked with 1.5, but some users reported issues, making a backup of your %USERPROFILE%\Saved Games\CD Projekt Red\Cyberpunk 2077 folder essential.

Forcing mismatched asset files into your directory can permanently corrupt save states when transitioning between major game acts.