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Cyberpunk 2077: How to skip time and change from day to night

Here's how you can change or skip the time in Cyberpunk 2077 by using a handy feature which allows you to go from day to night in no time at all.
Cyberpunk 2077: How to skip time and change from day to night

Cyberpunk 2077's Night City is a bustling metropolis set in a dystopian future. If you are playing the game right now, you might be wondering if there is a feature available to skip or change time, moving from night to day within seconds. Thankfully, there is, and in this short Cyberpunk 2077 guide, we will show you exactly how to change or skip time.

Check out our massive guides on everything Cyberpunk 2077 in one place if you plan on taking a trip to Night City.

Cyberpunk 2077: How to skip/change time

You might be wondering why you would want to skip or change time in Cyberpunk 2077. Well, certain missions require you to complete them during specific windows of time. 

Then, there are also different activities during different times of the day in Cyberpunk 2077, for example, many nightclubs and other "establishments" were you might find risque moments, aren't open during the daytime.

How to skip change time cyberpunk 2077 day night(Picture: CD Projekt RED)

In Cyberpunk 2077, you can either stand around twiddling with your implants as time passes by, or you can go ahead and skip or change the time from day to night at will.

To change the time in Cyberpunk 2077, follow the simple steps below:

  • Open the pause menu while not in a cutscene and press the menu button "I" on PC, or the options key on Playstation and Xbox. 
  • This will bring up the main menu featuring several options. 
  • Below these options at the bottom left corner of your screen, you will see the current in-game time.
  • Next to the time is a "Skip Time" option to click.
  • Use this option to fast-forward time, choosing the number of hours you would like to skip. 

How to skip change time cyberpunk 2077 day night(Picture: CD Projekt RED)

After a short wait, you will be at your desired time in Cyberpunk 2077, so you can complete certain missions, visiting establishments not open during the day or night.

Armed with the knowledge of how to skip time in Cyberpunk 2077, you are truly free to explore Night City the way you want to.