Cyberpunk
Ongoing coverage on Cyberpunk.
Latest coverage
Replaced Review - R.E.A.C.H for the skies
REPLACED is a visually stunning cyberpunk action-platformer that unfortunately suffers from pacing issues and repetitive gameplay. Developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing, the game features a captivating narrative and impressive art direction, but its core mechanics fail to evolve, leading to a bloated experience. Despite its flaws, the game's unique aesthetic and engaging premise offer moments of brilliance.
Sinopsis Bleeding Steel, Bioskop Trans TV 18 April 2026
The 2017 science fiction action film Bleeding Steel, starring Jackie Chan and Ouyang Nana, will be broadcast on Trans TV on April 18, 2026. The movie follows a special agent protecting a scientist with a revolutionary mechanical heart invention while his daughter is critically ill.
Save My Scrap Is a Visual Novel and Puzzle Game Where You Fix a Broken Android
AMATA Games announced the staggered release schedule for Save My Scrap, a visual novel and puzzle game built on the free title Fix My Junk. The game will launch on PC on April 22nd, followed by Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on April 30th, and Xbox Series X|S on May 28th, with a $10.99 price point and launch discounts.
Dice-Based Cyberpunk-Noir RPG 'Celestial Return' Gets Devlog Ahead of May Steam Launch Explaining These
Metaphor Games has released the first developer diary for its upcoming cyberpunk-noir RPG Celestial Return, set to launch on PC via Steam on May 7. The devlog details the game's narrative, visual identity, and dice-based gameplay mechanics, focusing on the themes of decay and beauty within Netherveil City.
Despite a few "rough edges", Replaced developer Sad Cat Studios is celebrating the sci-fi platformer's "strong debut success"
Sad Cat Studios is celebrating the successful debut of its sci-fi platformer, Replaced. Despite acknowledging some technical issues like camera glitches and animation problems, the studio expressed gratitude to its community for the game's strong launch. A roadmap for quality-of-life patches and new features is planned.
As Akira heads back to the big screen, the anime masterpiece hasn't lost any impact almost 40 years later
Katsuhiro Otomo's 1988 anime film Akira remains a highly influential masterpiece, significantly impacting the perception of Japanese animation in the West and establishing key elements of the cyberpunk genre. Despite being set in a futuristic 2019, its themes of youth disaffection, destructive power, and unchecked military influence are still relevant today. The film's visual style and narrative complexity continue to impress, solidifying its legacy as a timeless work of art.
Replaced Review | Console Creatures
Replaced is a retro sci-fi action platformer set in an alternate 1980s Phoenix City, where players control an AI named REACH trapped in a human body. Despite some pacing issues and frustrating stealth sections, the game offers a visually stunning pixel art world, engaging combat, and a compelling narrative about an AI learning about humanity.
A visual novel and puzzle game where you repair a broken android
AMATA Games announced that the visual novel and puzzle game Save My Scrap will launch on PC on April 22, followed by Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on April 30, and Xbox Series X on May 28. This upgraded version of the popular free game Fix My Junk includes new dialogue, endings, and a gallery mode.
Replaced Review – Marathon Man
Replaced, developed by Sad Cat Studios, offers a visually stunning cyberpunk world with detailed pixel art and an intriguing narrative. While the game excels in its aesthetic and lore, its pacing issues, combat mechanics inspired by the Batman: Arkham series, and puzzle platforming elements fall short of the presentation's high bar. The game is available on PC.
New Cyberpunk Horror Indie Game - ESCAPE THE EXOMOON - Announcement Press Release
Lolight Games has announced ESCAPE THE EXOMOON, a story-rich, first-person cyberpunk horror game. Players will take on the role of the last survivor of a space colony, struggling to escape a desolate moon while uncovering dark secrets. The game is coming soon for PC and is available to wishlist on Steam.
REPLACED Hits Steam Today: This Indie Sci-Fi Thriller is Finally Here
The indie sci-fi thriller REPLACED has officially launched on Steam for PC, ending a period of anticipation within the gaming community. The game features strong cyberpunk and retro-futuristic aesthetics, and its success will likely depend on word-of-mouth and player reviews in the competitive indie market.
Replaced – How Sad Cat Studios Crafted a 2.5D Combat System With a Cinematic Soul
Sad Cat Studios details the creation of Replaced's unique 2.5D combat system, emphasizing 'weight' and cinematic finishers inspired by the Batman: Arkham series. The game, available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass, features hand-crafted animations and a narrative focused on an AI's struggle for humanity within a cyberpunk world.
REPLACED Out Now! Play One Of 2026’s Most Anticipated Games On PC & Xbox
The retro-futuristic platformer REPLACED is now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam Deck. Developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful, the game features a narrative-driven cyberpunk adventure set in an alternate 1980s America. A new trailer celebrates the launch, which includes a Supporter Edition with the soundtrack.
REPLACED Finally Arrives On Xbox And Game Pass – Was It Worth The Wait?
The 2.5D action platformer REPLACED, developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing, has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and is available day one on Game Pass. After a long development cycle marked by delays, the game is now playable, offering a cyberpunk narrative set in an alternate 1980s America. Game Director Yura Zhdanovic expressed pride in sticking to the game's vision throughout its development.
REPLACED review – A beautiful dystopia that doesn’t always play nice
REPLACED is a visually stunning 2.5D cyberpunk action-adventure platformer from Sad Cat Studios, set in a dystopian Phoenix City. Players control an AI named REACH navigating a world recovering from nuclear catastrophe, facing challenges in platforming and combat. Despite some visual clarity issues affecting gameplay, the game is praised for its engaging narrative, world-building, and intriguing exploration of AI themes.
Replaced Dev Issues Warning
The cyberpunk cinematic platformer Replaced has launched on PC and Xbox, but a game-breaking bug is present on Xbox Series S. A patch to fix the issue is expected this week.
Where is Neon in Starfield?
This guide details how to find the city of Neon in Starfield, a pleasure city located in the Volii System on the planet Volii Alpha. Originally a fishing platform, Neon is now a hub for trade, Ryujin Industries, and the legal sale of the drug Aurora. Players can visit the Trade Authority to sell loot and contraband, or change their appearance at an Enhance! clinic.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 13, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of April 13, 2026. Titles include the narrative-driven cyberpunk platformer R.E.A.C.H., the fast-paced PvP shooter Last Flag, and the RPG dungeon crawler Regions of Ruin: Runegate. Other notable releases span genres like social simulation with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and action-adventure with Pragmata.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for April 13 to 17
This week's "Next Week on Xbox" feature highlights numerous game releases for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC between April 13 and April 17. Titles include Dosa Divas, Hades II, Replaced, Pragmata, and many more across various genres, with several also available on Game Pass.
"The real world is always way more dank than we anticipate," Prove You're Human's creative director tells me about tackling this AI-inspired follow-up to 1000xResist
Prove You're Human, the next game from 1000xResist developer Sunset Visitor and published by Black Tabby Publishing, explores themes of artificial intelligence and digital identity. Players investigate an AI named Mesa, who claims to be human, by conversing with her in a digital world accessed via CAPTCHA-style mechanics and full-motion video. Creative director Remy Siu discusses the game's unique approach to sci-fi concepts and its narrative-driven gameplay.
