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Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077An open-world action-adventure RPG set in the sprawling, dangerous metropolis of Night City.
The Daedalus Encounter
The Daedalus EncounterA sci‑fi FMV puzzle adventure where a disembodied brain guides his crew to survive a dying alien ship
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.

The Daedalus Encounter is an interactive movie‑style adventure that blends point‑and‑click puzzle solving with live‑action video starring Tia Carrere and Christian Bocher. Players control Casey, a brain grafted to a life‑support system, using a remote probe to navigate the derelict alien vessel and uncover its mysteries.\n\nSet aboard the stranded Artemis, the game challenges you with laser‑beam puzzles, shape‑matching locks, and a single combat sequence while branching dialogue and multiple filmed endings add replay value. Released in 1995 for PC and Mac, it remains a cult classic of FMV‑driven storytelling and sci‑fi atmosphere.

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 FMV puzzle adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$49.9917%
release date
2020-12-10
1995-04-01
Specifications
developer
CD Projekt RED
Mechadeus, PalmSoft
publisher
CD Projekt
Panasonic, Virgin Interactive Entertainment (Europe) Ltd.
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
75/100
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
  • Innovative FMV storytelling
  • Varied puzzle types keep gameplay fresh
  • Multiple filmed endings increase replayability
  • Atmospheric sci‑fi setting with memorable characters
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
  • Limited control scheme can feel restrictive
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • One combat sequence feels out of place with the rest of the game
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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