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Players of CD Projekt RED's Cyberpunk 2077 have long identified the character portrayed by Keanu Reeves as Johnny Silverhand. However, it has been revealed that this name is merely a pseudonym adopted during his rock career, inspired by his metallic arm.
A hidden document discovered in the game during a flashback with Alt Cunningham reveals the character's birth name is Robert John Linder. Records indicate he was born on November 16, 1988, in Texas, long before he assumed his famous stage persona.
The game's lore continues to evolve through post-launch updates. Recent patches have adjusted character details, such as lowering the protagonist V's age from 27 to 23. Additionally, the Phantom Liberty expansion finally disclosed V's full name, which was spoken by Silverhand.
As the title approaches its fifth anniversary, players continue to uncover secrets within Night City. Following the release of version 2.3 on July 17, the community remains active in investigating further adjustments and narrative details hidden within the evolving game world.
