Cost of Living in Night City

Introduction

• Night City, a fictional and dangerous city from Cyberpunk 2077, is deemed unlivable for sane individuals.
• Exploring the cost and experience of living and working in Night City.

Basic Living Requirements

• Basic Needs: Food, water, and shelter are essential.
• Additional Needs: Transportation, medical care, taxes, and lifestyle needs.

Character Setup

• Character: Vic, a single adult male with technical skills.
• Currency: Euro dollars (Eddies) are used; need to determine its value.

Currency Conversion

• Vending Machine Prices:
  • Pie: 5 Eddies ($2.50 equivalent)
  • Soda: 9 Eddies (6 times usual price in USD)
• Conversion Challenges:
  • Inflation and video game economics affect conversion.
  • Reddit suggestion: $3 USD to 1 Eddie.

Vic’s Salary

• Average Salary: Estimated at 22,000 Eddies per year.

Housing in Night City

• Rent Prices:
  • Glenn Apartment: 80,000 Eddies/month.
  • Mega Buildings: Estimated at 10,000 Eddies/year.
• Affordable Living:
  • Adjust rent interpretation to yearly costs due to unrealistic monthly rent prices.

Additional Expenses

• Taxes: Estimated at 5,500 Eddies/year.
• Groceries:
  • Adjusted for Night City conditions, about 2,400 Eddies/year.

Transportation

• Public Transport:
  • Encart Line estimated at 1,920 Eddies/year.

Security and Medical Needs

• Weapons: Basic protection from crime and cyber threats.
• Medical Insurance:
  • Trauma Team Silver Plan: Not affordable.
  • Exploring cheaper options.
• Cyberware Maintenance:
  • Necessary for work but costly.

Alternative Living Considerations

• Pacifica/Dogtown:
  • Potential for zero rent but high risks.
  • Requires self-sufficiency and protection.

Conclusion

• Survival Threshold: At least 20,000 Eddies per year needed.
• Risks: High danger with little safety, making survival difficult but possible.
• Social Commentary: Despite challenges, life persists in Night City.

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