Having the right cyberware in Night City can make all the difference. One of the most coveted upgrades is the Sandevistan, a time-slowing implant that can turn you into a high-speed combat machine. Let's break down what a Sandevistan is and rank the best ones available in Cyberpunk 2077 with their pros and cons.
What is a Sandevistan?
A Sandevistan is a piece of cyberware in Cyberpunk 2077 that allows you to manipulate time. When activated, it slows down the world around you, giving you the edge to dodge bullets, land precise shots, and move with superhuman speed. Think of it as your personal time-warp device, perfect for making those critical split-second decisions in the heat of battle.
1. Militech "Apogee" Sandevistan Tier 5
Approximate Cost: €$ 119,000
Cyberware Capacity: 44
Effects:
- Slows time by 85% for 6 seconds
- Cooldown: 30-25 seconds
- Headshot/Weakspot Damage: +15-20%
- Crit Chance: +15-20%
- Crit Damage: +15-20%
- Take down an enemy: +20% to effect duration, +22% Stamina
Pros:
- Significant time slow, making it easier to land headshots and critical hits.
- Boosts to critical damage and chance enhance overall damage output.
- Increased stamina on takedown helps sustain longer combat sequences.
Cons:
- High cost and cyberware capacity requirement.
- Short duration compared to some other options.
2. Militech "Falcon" Sandevistan Tier 5
Approximate Cost: €$ 85,000
Cyberware Capacity: 39
Effects:
- Slows time by 70% for 10 seconds
- Cooldown: 30 seconds
- Damage: upto 10%
- Crit Chance: upto 15%
- Crit Damage: upto 10%
- Take down an enemy: +10% to effect duration, +5% Health
Pros:
- Balanced boost to damage and critical stats.
- Health recovery on takedown adds to survivability.
- Slightly longer duration than the Apogee.
Cons:
- Moderate time-slow effect.
- Less impactful critical damage boost.
3. Qiant "Warp Dancer" Sandevistan Tier 5
Approximate Cost: €$ 51,000
Cyberware Capacity: 14
Effects:
- Slows time by 20% for 9 seconds
- Cooldown: 70 seconds
- Mitigation Chance: upto 24%
- Mitigation Strength: upto 12%
- Thermal/Chemical/Electrical Resistance: +upto 50%
Pros:
- Excellent for defensive builds with high mitigation and resistances.
- Long duration for prolonged engagements.
- Lowest cyberware capacity requirement among top-tier Sandevistans.
Cons:
- Minimal time-slow effect, focusing more on defense.
- Long cooldown period.
4. Zetatech Sandevistan Tier 5
Approximate Cost: €$ 51,000
Cyberware Capacity: 20
Effects:
- On ground: Slows time by 30% for 6 seconds, Damage upto 12%
- In air: Slows time by 60% for 6 seconds, Damage upto 24%, Headshot/Weakspot Damage upto 40%, Fall Damage -30%
- Cooldown: 30 seconds
Pros:
- Versatile, with different effects for ground and air scenarios.
- Significant damage boosts, especially while airborne.
- Reduces fall damage, great for mobility-focused playstyles.
Cons:
- Moderate cyberware capacity requirement.
- Requires tactical use to maximize ground vs. air benefits.
5. Dynalar Sandevistan Tier 5
Approximate Cost: €$ 51,000
Cyberware Capacity: 18
Effects:
- Slows time by 50% for 8 seconds
- Cooldown: 55 seconds
- Crit Chance: upto 15%
- Crit Damage: upto 15%
Pros:
- Balanced time-slow effect.
- Significant boost to critical stats.
- Moderate cost and cyberware capacity requirement.
Cons:
- Longer cooldown compared to some other options.
- Lacks additional utility benefits.
