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Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077An open-world action-adventure RPG set in the sprawling, dangerous metropolis of Night City.
Heart of Darkness
Heart of DarknessA child’s nightmarish quest to rescue his dog through a surreal, cinematic adventure
Overview
Description

Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure game set in Night City, a sprawling metropolis driven by power, glamour, and body modification. Players assume the role of V, a mercenary outlaw in pursuit of a unique implant that holds the key to immortality, navigating a world where mega-corporations operate above the law. In a gritty future defined by cyberware, violent crime, and extreme poverty, your choices directly influence both the narrative and the world around you. Experience deep role-playing customization of skills, cybernetics, and playstyle as you carve your own legend in the streets of Night City.

In Heart of Darkness you play as Andy, a frightened child who must brave a dark, alien world to save his beloved dog Whiskey after a solar eclipse snatches the pet away. The game blends platforming, puzzle‑solving and cinematic storytelling as Andy navigates pre‑rendered backgrounds, thousands of hand‑drawn 2D frames, and an original score by Bruce Broughton. The experience is a single‑player, sci‑fi horror comedy that culminates in a surreal reveal that the entire journey was Andy’s imagination, rewarding players with a heartfelt resolution and a sense of conquered fear.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Mature fans of deep RPGs and open-world action games
Fans of retro cinematic platformers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$49.99−17%
release date
2020-12-10
1998-07-04
Specifications
developer
CD Projekt RED
Amazing Studio
publisher
CD Projekt
Interplay Entertainment, Infogrames
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
75/100+50%
50/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Breathtaking and highly immersive visual design of Night City
  • Deep cyberware and skill customization systems
  • Engaging, choice-driven narrative and memorable characters
  • Action-packed gunplay and fluid movement mechanics
  • Engaging cinematic narrative
  • Unique hand‑drawn animation style
  • Atmospheric original soundtrack
  • Challenging platform puzzles
Cons
  • Pivotal choices can occasionally feel restricted by the overarching plot
  • Complex world and systems can overwhelm new players initially
  • High system requirements for optimal graphical performance on PC
  • Outdated control scheme
  • Limited replayability after story completion
  • Short overall playtime
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
6
0
User rating
3.7 (3)
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What reviewers say

Cyberpunk 2077 Reviews

3.7 (3)
Verified User

Love it

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Greatly improved since launch. One gripe: some lingering bugs. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Cyberpunk 2077

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Strong main story and Phantom Liberty. One gripe: demanding hardware for ray tracing. Would recommend.

Verified User

Fun with caveats

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Upside: deep build variety. Downside: some lingering bugs.

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