Athletics (Cyberpunk RED)
Skills
Definition
Athletics covers all forms of physical exertion—running, jumping, climbing, swimming, and performing athletic feats. In Night City's vertical urban jungle, Athletics can save your life. Athletics uses your DEX stat and is essential for traversing the environment, escaping danger, and performing physical feats.
How it works
**Linked Stat**: DEX
**Key Uses**:
- Running and sprinting
- Jumping gaps and obstacles
- Climbing walls and structures
- Swimming and physical endurance tasks
**Combat Use**: Athletics affects your ability to move in combat and can help with tactical positioning.
Tips
**Build Advice**: Athletics is useful for almost everyone. The ability to run, climb, and jump opens up options other characters don't have.
**Escape Plan**: High Athletics means you can run away when things go wrong. Sometimes that's the best option.
**Vertical City**: Night City is vertical. High Athletics lets you use rooftops and urban terrain to your advantage.
Frequently asked questions
Does Athletics help in combat?
Athletics affects your movement and ability to navigate terrain. It can help with positioning, escaping, and reaching advantageous locations during combat.
Can cyberware improve Athletics?
Yes! Leg enhancements, muscle grafts, and similar cyberware can significantly boost athletic performance.