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In this article, we shall go over the five best cyberpunk games to try out in 2025 so you can get your dystopian future fix.
The cyberpunk genre is one of the most unique genres out there, and it has seen its fair share of hits across various media. This genre is known for a variety of things, the first of which is its gorgeous aesthetics. This is best translated into a visual medium, which is why the genre has thrived in film over the decades. The other thing this genre is known for is its deep themes, which once again see the genre thrive in film and written literature.
Video games give you the best of both worlds while also throwing you deep into the capitalist cesspools of these worlds, allowing you to feel the impact of these stories. The genre has thrived in the video game format, and we have seen some truly stellar titles over the years. These titles range from blockbuster AAA titles to smaller indie titles, all of which bring dystopian futures to life. With so many games to filter through, we’ve picked out the five best cyberpunk games for you to try out in 2025.
1) Cyberpunk 2077
Starting off this list is arguably the best cyberpunk game ever, appropriately titled Cyberpunk 2077. Cyberpunk 2077 throws you into the shoes of V, a merc out to make a name for themselves in the notorious Night City. This city is as gorgeous as it is ugly, filled to the brim with culture, love, hate, and crime. Terrorism brews within its roots, and you’re right in the middle of it as it unfolds in the main story. Aside from the main story, the city is vast, filled with quests that further expand upon the lore of the city. You’ll be playing this one for hours.
2) Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
While neon aesthetics are a big part of the cyberpunk genre, Deus Ex Mankind Divided puts its own spin on the aesthetic and opts for a classy black and gold. Mankind Divided’s Prague is a dystopian hellhole filled with unrest and unhappy citizens. The game’s plot sees you exploring every nook and cranny of this gorgeous yet crumbling city as you uncover the plot of a mysterious organization threatening the world. The gameplay is tight and offers unprecedented freedom of approach unlike any other game in the genre.
3) Stray
The cyberpunk genre is about neon aesthetics and dystopian futures. Stray is about all that and a cat. What more do you need? Stray puts you in the paws of a tiny cat as it purrs and sneaks about a dystopian world overtaken by machines. The world is grim, yet the elegance and existence of the cats amidst the machines almost tears through the bleakness. The gameplay is fairly simple, yet remains addictive. The cat’s carefully crafted animations add immersion and make the gameplay more satisfying than it has any right to be.
4) Signalis
While the other games on this list let you feel small traces of hope, Signalis embraces its grim and depressing nature. Signalis is a survival horror game that plays much like the original Resident Evil. The game uses horror to convey the themes of rampant surveillance and government control, unrestrained capitalism, and overreliance on machines. The game frightens you with introspection just as much as it does with its enemies, making it a one-of-a-kind experience that every cyberpunk fan should experience.
5) Ghost Runner
Ghost Runner is perhaps the most unique game on this list. While other games focus deeply on the themes of corporate takeover, the downfall of humanity, and whatnot, Ghost Runner really focuses on the aesthetic and gameplay. Yes, Ghost Runner has a story, but you’ll probably forget about it after you’re too caught up trying to master a level and beat your personal record. The gameplay consists of frantically parkouring and killing enemies across large levels. The gameplay is addictive and encourages mastery through replay.
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