While CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 stands as a primary example of the "High Technology, Low Humanity" genre in modern gaming, it is far from the only title exploring themes of societal decay and advanced tech. For those looking to expand their collection, here are ten cyberpunk-styled games worth exploring.

Action and Shooter Experiences

For players who prefer fast-paced combat, several titles lean into the visceral nature of the genre:

  • Ghostrunner 2: This sequel expands the original's wall-running and swordplay, introducing a motorcycle for navigating its broader, neon-lit world.
  • Ruiner: A shooter set in Rengkok that trades traditional neon palettes for intense red and orange lighting. It emphasizes fast-paced, arcade-style violence.
  • Neon Abyss 2 (2025): Combining twin-stick shooter mechanics with roguelike elements, this sequel introduces melee weapons to the series’ established formula.
  • Neon Chrome (2016): A no-frills, 2D twin-stick shooter where players hack through a megacorporation’s high-rise building by possessing multiple bodies.

RPG and Narrative-Focused Titles

If you prefer deep lore and world-building, these games offer different mechanical approaches to the genre:

  • The Ascent (2021): An isometric action RPG from Neon Giant that highlights the power imbalance of its world, casting the player as an indentured servant rather than a typical power-fantasy hero.
  • Shadowrun: Dragonfall (2014): A tactical RPG set in Berlin that avoids the traditional "corporations-run-everything" trope. It features a turn-based combat system similar to XCOM.
  • Citizen Sleeper (2022): This title utilizes tabletop-inspired mechanics to offer a slower, more deliberate RPG experience that focuses on survival and narrative depth.

Adventure and Atmospheric Games

These titles prioritize tone and setting over traditional combat loops:

  • Lacuna (2021): A detective noir game that leans into the genre's rainy, seedy aesthetic. It features a unique save system—no manual saves—ensuring that your investigative choices are permanent.
  • Beyond a Steel Sky (2020): A 3D follow-up to the classic Beneath a Steel Sky, this title maintains the tone and style of its predecessor while shifting the perspective for a modern audience.
  • Cloudpunk (2020): A non-combat delivery game set in Nivalis. It utilizes voxel art to create a timeless aesthetic while focusing on the personal stories of the city's inhabitants.

Each of these games offers a different window into the cyberpunk aesthetic, proving that the genre’s appeal extends well beyond any single title.