Looking to make Cyberpunk 2077 look more realistic and immersive? The ReLUX (Lighting Redux – Accurate Lighting) mod is here to change the way you experience Night City.
This mod brings true-to-life lighting to the game by removing fake lights and random glowing objects. Instead, it adds real, natural light sources that make the game world feel grounded and believable. If you’ve ever wished Cyberpunk’s lighting was more realistic, this is the mod for you.
What is ReLUX?
ReLUX is a lighting overhaul for Cyberpunk 2077 (download here). It started as part of the Nova City 2 mod but grew so much that it’s now its own project.
With ReLUX, every light you see in the game actually has a source. There are no more invisible glows or unrealistic reflections. The goal? Lighting that behaves like it would in real life.
Key Features
✅ Real Light Sources
Lights now come from actual lamps, signs, and fixtures not random invisible points. This makes the game feel more natural and immersive.
🧩 Modular Downloads
The mod is split into parts based on missions and areas. You can install what you need, and updates are coming regularly.
🗺️ Better Fast Travel Points
Fast travel locations are now clearly lit with real emissive lights, making them easier to spot and more visually appealing.
🌐 Global Tweaks
In addition to mission lighting, ReLUX improves general lighting across the whole game world for better consistency and atmosphere.
Designed for Path Tracing (But Works Without It)
ReLUX was made for path tracing, the advanced lighting tech supported on high-end PCs. If you’ve got a strong GPU, the visuals will blow you away.
But don’t worry it still works in ray tracing or even regular (raster) mode. You might see a few issues outside of path tracing, but it still looks great overall.
Before You Install
- 🔄 If you’re using Nova City 2, make sure to remove any older versions of ReLUX from that package. The new version is separate and more advanced.
- 📦 Expect more updates in the future. New missions and areas will get updated lighting over time.
Why ReLUX is Worth It
There are a lot of Cyberpunk 2077 mods out there, but ReLUX stands out because it doesn’t just make things prettier it makes them feel real. Whether you’re walking down a neon-lit alley or fast-traveling across the city, the lighting helps you feel like you’re in Night City.
If you want a more immersive, cinematic experience, ReLUX is one of the best visual mods you can install today.
Final Thoughts
ReLUX changes the vibe of Cyberpunk 2077 in the best way. It may remove some of the game’s original “artistic” lighting, but in return, you get a more realistic, atmospheric world that makes exploring Night City even more fun.