You can change your voice during character creation, but not after the game starts

Cyberpunk 2077 locks your voice choice at the moment you finish creating your character. Once you enter the game world, there is no menu option or NPC that lets you swap to a different voice. If you want a different voice, you have to start a new playthrough and select it during the initial character customization screen.

The game offers four voice options for male characters and four for female characters. Each voice has its own distinct tone and accent. You hear your character speak during cutscenes, dialogue choices, and certain in-game moments, so the voice you pick shapes how your character feels throughout the entire story.

Key Takeaways

  • Voice selection happens only during character creation and cannot be changed once you start playing.
  • Male and female characters each have four distinct voice options to choose from.
  • Changing your voice requires starting a new game and creating a fresh character.
  • Your voice plays during cutscenes and dialogue, so it affects how your character sounds throughout the story.
  • Console commands on PC can swap voices, but this method breaks some dialogue and is not officially supported.

Where to select your voice during character creation

When you start Cyberpunk 2077, the character creation screen walks you through appearance, background, and attributes. Voice selection appears early in this process, usually after you choose your character's gender and before you move into appearance details like hair and facial features.

The game displays each voice option with a short audio sample so you can hear what it sounds like before you commit. Listen to all four options for your character's gender and pick the one that matches how you want your character to sound. Once you confirm your choice and move forward in character creation, that voice is locked in for your entire playthrough.

What happens if you want to change voices mid-game

If you are already playing and realize you do not like your character's voice, you have two realistic paths: start a new game with a different voice, or use console commands if you are on PC.

Starting fresh is the straightforward approach. You create a new character, pick a different voice during character creation, and begin the game again. Your old save file remains, so you can return to your original character later if you want.

Console commands on PC can swap voices without restarting, but this method is not officially supported and can cause problems. Some dialogue may not play correctly, and cutscenes might sound mismatched. If you go this route, you do so at your own risk and should keep a backup save in case something breaks.

The four male voice options

Male characters can choose from four distinct voices, each with different tones and accents. The voices range from deeper, gruff tones to lighter, more measured deliveries. Listening to the audio samples during character creation is the best way to hear the differences and pick the one that fits your vision for your character.

Each voice carries a different personality, so your choice affects how your character comes across in dialogue and cutscenes. Some players prefer a rougher, more aggressive tone, while others want something calmer or more charismatic. The samples let you make that choice before you commit.

The four female voice options

Female characters also have four voice options, each with its own character and accent. Like the male voices, they range across different tones and delivery styles. The audio samples during character creation let you hear each one and decide which matches the character you are building.

Your voice choice shapes how your character sounds in all dialogue and cutscenes, so it is worth taking a moment to listen to the samples and pick the one that feels right for your playthrough.

Using console commands to change voices on PC

If you are playing on PC and want to change your voice without starting over, you can use the developer console to swap it. Open the console with the tilde key (~), then use a command to change your character's voice ID. The exact command varies depending on which voice you want to switch to.

This method works, but it is not officially supported by CD Projekt Red and can cause issues. Some dialogue may fail to play, cutscenes might sound wrong, or your character might not speak at all in certain scenes. If you try this, save your game first and keep a backup save in case you need to revert.

Why the game does not let you change voices in-game

Cyberpunk 2077 treats voice as a core part of character identity, similar to gender or background. The game records dialogue and cutscenes with specific voices in mind, and swapping voices mid-playthrough can break the audio synchronization and narrative flow. Locking the voice at character creation keeps everything consistent throughout your playthrough.

This design choice also encourages players to think carefully about their character before diving in. Since voice is permanent, you have to commit to it early, which makes the character creation process feel more meaningful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my voice after I finish character creation?

No. Once you enter the game world, there is no menu option to change your voice. Your only options are to start a new game with a different voice or use console commands on PC, which can cause audio problems.

Do all four voices sound completely different?

Yes. Each voice has its own tone, accent, and delivery style. The audio samples during character creation let you hear the differences clearly before you choose.

If I use a console command to change my voice, will it break my save?

It might. Some dialogue may not play, cutscenes might sound mismatched, or your character might not speak in certain scenes. Save before you try it and keep a backup save in case you need to revert.

Do I have to listen to my character's voice throughout the whole game?

Yes. Your character speaks during cutscenes, dialogue choices, and certain in-game moments. You hear your voice regularly, so pick one you are comfortable with during character creation.

Can I change my voice on console versions of the game?

No. Console commands are only available on PC. On PlayStation or Xbox, your only option is to start a new game if you want a different voice.