After experiencing masterpieces such as Ghost in the Shell, Akira, Blade Runner, and Cyberpunk 2077, I was still left with a desire for more cyberpunk works, particularly in gaming. So, I set out to find, collect, and play as many cyberpunk games as possible that were released physically on PlayStation.
This collection is the result of about a year of hunting down copies and researching whether each game is truly cyberpunk or just another sci-fi title.
To filter through the countless sci-fi games on the PlayStation and determine what qualifies as a “truly cyberpunk game” (a definition that seems to be always debated on this subreddit), I used the following criteria as a general guideline:
1. A futuristic dystopia
2. Corporate domination and the effects of rampant capitalism
3. Resistance or struggle against oppression, particularly from the perspective of the “punks”
4. The dominance of advanced technology—such as cybernetics, AI, hacking, and virtualization—especially when exploring themes of technological exploitation
5. High tech, low life: advanced technology that directly contrasts with societal decay and inequality
Do you agree or disagree with this selection of games or its criteria? I believe this covers everything that has received a physical release on PlayStation, but please let me know if I’m missing anything.
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That’s awesome dude! Any recommendations that are not mainstream and that I can play on pc?
Wow I didn’t think a bunch of those small titles even had physical releases. Were any hard to find for good prices? Like expensive limited runs or anything?
Great collection. What would be your top 5? (Or even top 10) Looking for more recommendations because I already played some of this.
Awesome man. Did you like Soul Hackers, decent story? I really liked P5 royal.
Observer is extremely underrated!
What are in your opinion the top 10?
Is watchdogs really cyberpunk? Doesn’t really take place is a futuristic world, just a different timeline
Thanks
System shock!!!
Owning all the physical copies is Cyberpunk as fuck!
No Dues Ex?
Love Virtuaverse and Cloud Punk!