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Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077An open-world action-adventure RPG set in the sprawling, dangerous metropolis of Night City.
Penumbra: Black Plague
Penumbra: Black PlagueVenture into a shadowy underground complex to uncover the truth in this psychological horror 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.

Surrounded by enemies and assaulted by terror from all sides, Philip must collect clues and solve vexing puzzles while combating the gnawing psychological terrors that assail his mind and threaten to strip him of his sanity. Trapped in a shadowy, underground complex, the intrepid explorer is determined to discover the truth behind his father's disappearance. Can Philip master his fear and finally uncover the truth behind a mystery that has haunted him for a lifetime? Face terrifying creatures, hide in the shadows, and piece together the dark secrets hidden deep beneath the earth in this acclaimed survival horror experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Horror
Best for
Mature fans of deep RPGs and open-world action games
Survival horror fans and puzzle enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$9.9983%
release date
2020-12-10
2008-02-12
Specifications
developer
CD Projekt RED
Frictional Games
publisher
CD Projekt
Paradox Interactive
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
75/100
80/100+7%
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 physics-based puzzle mechanics
  • Deeply atmospheric and terrifying horror setting
  • Compelling and suspenseful narrative mystery
  • Effective stealth and sanity management systems
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 graphics by modern standards
  • Can be frustratingly obscure in puzzle progression
  • Limited replayability once the story is finished
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
6
0
User rating
3.7 (3)
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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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