GUNNAR Optiks is expanding its collaboration with CD PROJEKT RED with the release of the Cyberpunk Dex, a $125 pair of gaming glasses designed around one of Night City’s most recognizable characters, Dexter DeShawn. This release leans into a clear crossover between character design and functional eyewear, and it lands at a time when screen fatigue has become a real concern for anyone spending long hours in front of monitors, whether that is gaming, editing, or production work.
What makes this drop work is how directly it connects the aesthetic to actual use. The Dex frames are built around an oversized shield-lens design, which immediately sets them apart visually, but also serves a practical purpose by expanding the viewing area and reducing the need for constant eye movement across a screen. For anyone working across multiple windows or displays, that small adjustment can make a noticeable difference over time. The design is bold, but it does not feel disconnected from the way people actually use their setups.
A performance-focused frame built for long sessions
The frame itself uses a magnesium-aluminum alloy construction, which keeps it durable without adding unnecessary weight. That balance matters for extended wear, especially during longer sessions where pressure points and fatigue tend to build up. The wraparound structure also helps limit peripheral light interference, which becomes useful in environments where multiple screens, LEDs, or ambient lighting are competing for attention.
On the lens side, GUNNAR includes its blue-light filtering technology, aimed at reducing the strain that builds up from prolonged exposure to digital displays. There is also a subtle 0.2 diopter adjustment built into the lens, which supports focus at common screen distances and can help reduce the effort your eyes are putting in over time. It is a small detail, but it adds up when you are working or playing for hours at a stretch.
The G-Shield Plus coating rounds out the core feature set with anti-reflective and smudge-resistant properties. In practice, that means fewer distractions from glare and less time spent cleaning lenses during use, which keeps the experience consistent without extra maintenance.
A licensed Cyberpunk release with practical extras
As an officially licensed Cyberpunk 2077 product, the Dex also leans into presentation and packaging. Each pair ships with a Cyberpunk-themed padded sleeve, a microfiber cleaning cloth, and a 12-month warranty. These additions are straightforward, but they reinforce the idea that this is built for regular use, not something that sits on a shelf.
Lens options include Amber, Amber Max, and Sunglass variants, giving users flexibility depending on their setup and how aggressive they want the filtering to be. That range makes it easier to adapt the glasses to different environments, from daytime work to lower-light gaming sessions.
The Cyberpunk Dex fits into GUNNAR’s broader approach of combining recognizable properties with functional design. In this case, the character influence gives the product a clear identity, while the feature set stays grounded in usability. It is a focused release that understands its audience and delivers on the basics without overcomplicating the concept.
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