Cyberpunk 2077 was touted as the next big thing in gaming, a title that would redefine the open-world RPG genre. Unfortunately, it’s a case study in how even the most promising games can falter under the weight of their own ambition.
Graphics and Visuals
Visually, the game is a treat—when it works. The neon-soaked streets of Night City are breathtaking, but they come at a steep cost: performance issues. Even on high-end rigs, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, and don’t even get me started on the last-gen console versions.
Gameplay
The core gameplay mechanics are solid but marred by a plethora of bugs and glitches. From characters floating in mid-air to entire questlines breaking, the game often feels like it’s held together by duct tape.
Story and Characters
The storyline had the potential to be a magnum opus, with intriguing characters like Johnny Silverhand (played by Keanu Reeves). However, it feels rushed and incomplete, as if large chunks of the narrative were left on the cutting room floor.
Open World
Night City is expansive but hollow. The city lacks the vibrancy and interactivity one would expect from a next-gen open-world game. Most NPCs serve as mere window dressing, and the side activities on offer are repetitive and uninspiring.
User Interface
The UI is a cluttered mess, making even simple tasks like inventory management a chore. It’s clear that the user experience was an afterthought in the development process.
Final Thoughts
Cyberpunk 2077 is a game that could have been a genre-defining experience but ends up being a cautionary tale. It’s a title that promises so much yet delivers so little, making it hard to recommend even to the most ardent fans of the cyberpunk genre.
In summary, Cyberpunk 2077 is not the revolutionary title it was hyped up to be. It’s a game that needed more time, more polish, and perhaps a more realistic scope.
Cyberpunk 2077 was developed by CD Projekt Red, a Polish video game company. They are also known for their highly acclaimed Witcher series. The game was one of the most anticipated releases, but it faced numerous delays and was eventually released on December 10, 2020. Despite its stunning visuals and ambitious open-world design, it was widely criticized for its bugs, performance issues, and unfinished elements, particularly on last-gen consoles.
Overall Rating: 2.5/5
For more information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberpunk_2077 and https://www.cyberpunk.net/no/en/