Cyberpunk 2077 features an array of fantastic weapons, but the melee category stands out for its diversity and often humorous elements. The top melee weapons in Cyberpunk 2077 offer unique perks or designs that can make players feel like the ultimate mercenary in Night City as they battle against Arasaka and other adversaries.

These exceptional melee weapons, known as iconic weapons, are not randomly scattered loot but are strategically placed in specific areas. Missing out on these weapons could mean overlooking powerful tools that could enhance your melee combat prowess.

12 Cocktail Stick

Location: Clouds Dressing Room in "Automatic Love"

The Cocktail Stick, a vibrant pink katana once owned by Evelyn Parker, offers decent damage and average attack speed. Its unique modifier, requiring Optical Camo cyberware, inflicts Bleeding on enemies, hindering their movements and dealing gradual damage.

11 Cottonmouth

Location: Fingers' Clinic in "The Space In Between"

Fashioned from Fingers' cane, the Cottonmouth may be slow but packs a punch with its high damage output and unique blend of Electrical and Chemical damage, inducing Shock and Poison effects on foes.

10 Satori

Location: Saburo Arasaka's AV on Rooftop Landing Pad in "The Heist"

The rare Satori katana, found in Saburo's personal AV during "The Heist," offers a unique leap ability, allowing players to swiftly close the gap on distant enemies, turning the tide in melee confrontations.

9 Jinchu-maru

Location: Looted from Oda Sandayu's Body in "Play It Safe"

The Jinchu-maru katana boasts superior damage and a unique modifier that guarantees critical hits on the final strike, making it a formidable choice, especially against Elite enemies.

Enhanced by Optical Camo, this weapon ensures relentless critical strikes and the ability to leap towards targets, leaving no enemy safe from its deadly prowess.

8 Sasquatch's Hammer

Location: Looted from Sasquatch's Body in "I Walk The Line"

Sasquatch's Hammer, renowned for its staggering power, demands high Body attributes due to its weight. Despite its slow swings and movement hindrance, this hammer boasts a high knockdown chance and substantial damage, making it ideal for tank-like characters.

7 Tinker Bell

Location: Edgewood Farm's Control Room in "The Hunt"

The eerie Tinker Bell, found in Edgewood Farm, delivers Physical and Electrical damage, incapacitating foes non-lethally. Despite its modest damage, the weapon's ability to leave enemies vulnerable justifies its unsettling nature.

6 Black Unicorn

Location: Automatically Added to V's Stash via GOG Link

The Black Unicorn, a nod to The Witcher series, offers swift and relentless attacks, perfect for aggressive playstyles. With no stamina constraints, this katana ensures a continuous onslaught against enemies.

5 Butcher's Cleaver

Location: Rolland's Butcher Shop after Placide's Use in "M'ap Tann Pelen"

The Butcher's Cleaver, retrieved from Rolland's Butcher Shop, may seem average but excels in combat efficiency. Its unique modifier enhances attack speed and stamina efficiency when inflicting Bleeding on enemies.

4 Caretaker's Spade

Location: Central Area of Arasaka Tower Jungle Floor in "Knockin' On Heaven's Door"

The Caretaker's Spade, a heavy and exclusive weapon found in the Arasaka Tower, allows players to drain health from enemies, ensuring prolonged survival in combat. Although obtained late, its health-siphoning ability makes it a formidable choice for enduring battles.

3 Scalpel

Location: Reward for Completing "Big In Japan"

The Scalpel, an easily attainable weapon in Cyberpunk 2077, enhances damage output with Electrical and Shock effects. Combined with Sandevistan, this weapon allows players to unleash devastating attacks with precision and speed.

2 Headhunter

Location: Purchased from Melee Weapon Vendor in West Wind Estate with Patch 1.6

The Headhunter knife, a throwing weapon, marks enemies for increased damage, making it a deadly tool in skilled hands. Ideal for stealth approaches, this knife ensures swift eliminations, offering a strategic advantage in combat.

1 Sir John Phallustiff

Location: Found on the Bed after Sleeping with Meredith Stout in "Venus In Furs"

The infamous Sir John Phallustiff, obtained after a romantic encounter with Meredith Stout, offers a comical yet potent addition to V's arsenal. With a 69% increase in Crit and Stun Chance, this weapon ensures domination over adversaries, albeit with a humorous touch.