Cyberpunk 2077launched in 2020, and CD Projekt Red’s sci-fi open-world RPG was met with a mixed reception. A lot of the criticism stemmed from the game’s poor state on last-generation hardware, along with a handful of missing features; since then, the developer released a few updates and a major expansion that succeeded in turning aroundCyberpunk 2077’s reputation. In the game, gang wars, corporation wars, and robotics have merged with every aspect of daily life. This title was, by no means, the first to show off this kind of setting.
FromDeus ExtoShadowrun, there are plenty of projects out there that trade in futurism, neurotechnology, and capitalist intrigue. Then there are cyberpunk adjacent games likeMetal Gear SolidorKillzone. While these titles include elements of cyberpunk, they don’t give gamers the full experience.
What are thebest games likeCyberpunk 2077that fans need to play?
While cyberpunk-themed games will be prioritized, the selection will not be limited to that sub-genre. Also,The Witcher 3has been left out since it is such an obvious recommendation.
Updated on July 01, 2025 by Mark Sammut:Rather than highlighting currently available games similar to Cyberpunk 2077, let’s look to the future and point out a few projects that might scratch a similar itch as CD Projekt Red’s game. Click below to jump directly to this section.
The Ascentis a top-down cooperative shooter rooted heavily in a cyberpunk theme. The gameplay is a bit hectic at times, with heavy action and shooting elements blended together with RPG mechanics that will let players customize their own characters.
They are skills to unlock and cyberwear to wield that can help reshape how a character plays to better suit a specific play style. Those looking to immerse themselves in another cyberpunk-inspired world afterCyberpunk 2077will find a lot of visual beauty here.
Although it’s not nearly as futuristic and cyberpunk-inspired asCyberpunk 2077,Dishonored 2offers players a lot of entertainment via similar gameplay mechanics. Much likeCyberpunk 2077, players will be able to build their character as they see fit, unlocking skills and abilities that adhere to their own personal play style.
Dishonoredis mission-based but does offer some explorative moments, allowing gamers to tackle each level as they see fit, deciding whether to do things in a stealthy manner or simply lay waste to their enemies by overpowering them with weapons and magic-like abilities.
Despite a lukewarm response to recentFar Crygames,Far Cry 3: Blood Dragonbroke the mold in terms of visuals. The game offers a simple plot: “get the girl, kill the baddies, and save the world.” More importantly,Blood Dragondelivers frenzied combat action and pretty-to-look-at lasers to boot.
Though it doesn’t pose questions about corporations or robotics, it does make players feel like a hero out of a cheesy ’80s flick.Blood Dragonis a bit on the short side, which might be a nice refresher afterCyberpunk 2077and its 40+ hours of gameplay.
This game and its predecessor are basically cyberpunk royalty. The 1999 ARPG incorporated horror elements into its cyberpunk setting aboard a starship in 2114.System Shockfeatured elements such as hacking, FPS combat, and puzzles. The game also makes use of implants and upgrades to unlock different abilities including psionics.
Players will never forget the murderous AI SHODAN, who wanted to kill everyone from the first game. The second game has a Russian oligarch resurrect the company that led to SHODAN’s creation and is now testing an FTL starship. Unsurprisingly, SHODAN makes a comeback despite the presence of aliens(?), as well. Though old,System Shock 2is a must-play for fans of the cyberpunk genre.
TheSystem Shockremake is a good option for newcomers who might struggle to play through the original’s dated gameplay.
Cloudpunkhas two rules: don’t deliver late and DO NOT ask what’s in the box. While the game is more like a walking simulator, the setting, voice acting, and sound design are top-notch.Cloudpunkalso offers customization options for the HOVA on top of improvements like bumpers.
The city construction is a perfect example of how a cyberpunk future might be conceived. The only downside is that the story is an inch deep and a mile wide. Gamers who want a more in-depth or dynamic experience should look elsewhere.
15Shadowrun Trilogy
Another Sci-Fi Tabletop Epic
Shadowrun TrilogycontainsShadowrun Returns,Dragonfall- Director’s Cut, andHong Kong - Extended Edition. Based on a tabletop RPG franchise, these games are tactical turn-based RPGs that tell largely standalone stories set within different cities. While they build upon each other in terms of mechanics and themes, they can be experienced in isolation.
Although they incorporate a degree of exploration, these titles are rather story-driven, with each one containing a lot of dialogue and character moments as they guide players down a linear path.Shadowrun’s writing is generally top-notch, and the series offers a unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy.
Though Supergiant Games' most famous hit,Hades, is Greek-inspired,Transistorwas the studio’s next release afterBastion. It follows a vocalist who lost her voice and a talking sword as they traverse Cloudbank City. The game features a unique turn-based combo combat system, but the setting is also distinctly cyberpunk.
Everywhere Red goes, these robotic droids hound and impede her. She finds former comrades and enemies who have been “integrated” into The Process.Transistor’s backgrounds are gorgeous with a cohesive color palette and Art-Deco styling. Though the narrative doesn’t involve cybernetics, the game wrestles with the same questions that any good cyberpunk story needs to address.
Teyon has found a niche in adapting'80s action movies into AA video games. Despite earning a poor reception at launch,Terminator: Resistancehas improved since 2019, and fans of the source material craving a competent first-person shooter should consider picking up the Complete Edition. In comparison, 2023’sRoboCop: Rogue Citydid not need to wait a few years to garner appreciation, and it is arguably Teyon’s best release to date. It might also be the greatestRoboCopgame of all time, which is admittedly faint praise. There is a lot to love about this project, and its value does not disappear if somebody is not familiar with the 1987 movie and its sequels.
Similar to its inspiration,Rogue Citytakes place in Old Detroit, a cyberpunk setting oozing ’80s charm. Violence runs rampant throughout the city, and RoboCop exists to keep the peace, a process that generally involves filling gang members with enough bullets to fill a swimming pool. The campaign consists of two sections: linear story levels and exploration in a sandbox. The former highlightsRogue City’s gratifying combat since Teyon, wisely, opted to embrace the protagonist’s overpowered nature, allowing players to tank hits while they slowly mow down dozens upon dozens of enemies. The story is nothing special but suits the franchise. Outside these missions, RoboCop heads to the streets in search of minor cases, and the game’s sandbox brings to life the movie’s setting very well. Old Detroit is nowhere near as large or deep asCyberpunk 2077’s Night City, but it is fun to explore.
AlthoughCyberpunk 2077’s tabletop origins are well documented, CD Projekt Red primarily used the source material’s setting and themes rather than its gameplay routine (although, this aspect was not completely ignored either). Conversely,Citizen Sleeperplays closer to a traditional in-person RPG, to the point that players start each day by rolling dice to guide their actions for the immediate future. In a space station home to people seeking to escape their overlords, players step into the shoes of a synthetic human who is trying to lie low after escaping the company that owns them.
Citizen Sleeperadheres to classic role-playing standardsby truly immersing people in their new lives. Placing a lot of focus on the protagonist’s day-to-day routine, the game encourages players to get to know the locals and explore the minor stories that populate this fascinating world.
A delightful twist on the cyberpunk formula, BlueTwelve Studio’sStrayfollows a cat that finds itself in an underground city run by robots. While traveling across this world in the hopes of making it back home, the adorable protagonist gets to immerse themselves in an unusual climate, interacting with the locals who are self-aware but also trapped within their city.
A comparatively short experience next toCyberpunk 2077or, frankly, most projects that explore this type of setting,Straytackles themes fairly typical for cyberpunk; however, playing as a cast provides a different perspective from any of its contemporaries. This game is for anyone who wants an action-adventure title rather than a lengthy RPG.
