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cyberpunkdreams is a single player open world role playing game with post-apocalyptic and science fiction themes. It was developed by Late Night Games and was released on May 14, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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78%Audience ScoreBased on 1,146 reviews

story105 positive mentions

grinding94 negative mentions

Extensive and immersive cyberpunk world with rich writing and atmosphere that captures the genre's grim and unforgiving tone.
Deep character customization and role-playing freedom allowing players to create unique identities influencing gameplay and narrative outcomes.
Engaging and meaningful choices with lasting consequences that affect relationships, reputation, and story progression, supported by an active developer and community.

Action point system limits the amount of play per day, leading to slow pacing and frustration for players wanting longer sessions or binge play.
Some content and gameplay features are gated behind monetization, including character slots and certain storylines, which can feel restrictive despite most content being free.
Steep learning curve and grindy mechanics with occasional repetitive tasks and incomplete content that can hinder immersion and accessibility for new players.

story
416 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 72% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions
The story in this cyberpunk RPG is highly immersive, richly detailed, and centered around player-driven choices that shape unique, evolving narratives with mature themes reflective of a dystopian world. While praised for its nuanced writing, deep world-building, and meaningful consequences, the story progression is often slow and grind-heavy due to action point limits and incomplete plotlines, which can frustrate some players. Overall, it offers a rewarding, if demanding, storytelling experience best suited for those patient enough to engage with its complex, long-term narrative development.
- “Rather than relying on flashy graphics or open-world exploration, the game focuses on storytelling, character development, decision-making, and long-term role-playing.”
- “Every decision contributes to the creation of a unique personal story, allowing each playthrough to develop in dramatically different directions.”
- “Themes of corporate greed, social inequality, technological dependence, personal ambition, addiction, crime, and survival are woven naturally throughout the story.”
- “At some point, the story became absolutely aimless that I just gave up.”
- “The action point limit system is designed to waste your time as quests require you to succeed multiple of the same skill checks to advance in the game, which because your starting stats are so bad is about a 20% chance.”
- “Worst example of that is the first story you get into as a new player, one that will take days to conclude, including many actions and money spent, just to find that it’s cut off smack dab in the middle.”
gameplay
279 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18% positive mentions, 77% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
Cyberpunkdreams offers deep, text-based RPG gameplay heavily inspired by Fallen London, featuring complex card-draw mechanics, rich character customization, and immersive life simulation elements. The action point system, which limits activity frequency by real-time regeneration or premium currency, polarizes players—some appreciate its pacing and challenge, while others find it frustrating and overly restrictive. Though the gameplay can be daunting due to its steep learning curve, grindy nature, and occasional unclear mechanics, it rewards patience with engaging narrative depth and robust mechanical interconnections.
- “Whether creating a physically imposing enforcer or a highly intelligent manipulator, character identity has a significant impact on gameplay.”
- “Plenty of thought is given to the clothes and customization system, which also has significant impacts on gameplay – dressing appropriately affects different actions such as fixing your bike, how people perceive you, or dealing with weather conditions.”
- “This game also has a very interesting suite of mechanics to simulate your player character's state of mind, emotions, opinions about the world, and how living through poverty, neglect, and dangers of being a criminal can grind down a person.”
- “The core gameplay loop is constantly interrupted by an action point system that feels less like pacing and more like a persistent paywall.”
- “Unfortunately, you're restricted to 50 actions a day (it takes 10 minutes for a single action point to refresh), which depending on the type of player you are, is less than 30-40 minutes of gameplay a day.”
- “It's really fun while you're able to do things, then maybe 30 minutes later you'll be out of action points; when I come back several hours later or the next day, I've forgotten exactly what I was doing because my thought process was forcibly cut short by the game mechanics.”
grinding
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
Grinding in the game is widely considered excessive and tedious, with frequent repetitive actions and a slow-paced energy system that often interrupts narrative flow. While some appreciate the immersive, realistic simulation and longtime progression, many find the reliance on RNG, micromanagement, and repeated stat farming frustrating and a barrier to enjoyment. Overall, it demands significant time investment and patience, making it less suited for players seeking a faster or more streamlined experience.
- “Balancing stats, grinding for money, and farming skills/experience consumes all the available actions, leaving almost no room for actual narrative progression.”
- “There is so much grinding and tedious micromanagement of your characters' needs, that soon, the grind is almost all that remains.”
- “The game is grindy as hell, and you must do the same actions over and over to progress anywhere; I've come to realize that I'm just spamming the same few actions every new day I get 50 action points.”
graphics
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24% positive mentions, 72% neutral mentions, 4% negative mentions
The game's graphics are minimalist and primarily text-based, complemented by hand-drawn, stylistically fitting artwork that enhances the cyberpunk atmosphere without overshadowing the narrative focus. While some players find the interface unintuitive and note occasional graphical glitches, the evocative art style effectively supports the dark, immersive storytelling, making the visuals a compelling but not flashy element of the overall experience.
- “The artwork that does appear is effective at establishing atmosphere and highlighting important characters or events without distracting from the narrative focus.”
- “And let's not forget the impeccable attention to detail that brought the futuristic setting to life – the neon-soaked aesthetics and gritty atmosphere were nothing short of breathtaking.”
- “The stories are well written and the artwork is just stunning.”
- “Immersive setting, compelling narrative but buggy with graphical issues.”
- “However, its graphical quality pales in comparison to Cyberpunk 2077.”
- “My problem(s) with the game is it has ugly interface where several different style boxes that don't mesh aesthetically are thrown onto the screen, and all I felt I was doing was mousing over a box to see which opened more boxes.”
monetization
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7% positive mentions, 67% neutral mentions, 26% negative mentions
The game's monetization centers on an action point system with microtransactions and optional subscriptions that enable faster progression, which some players find fair and non-intrusive, while others view as overly restrictive, aggressive, and reminiscent of predatory mobile game tactics. Although it avoids pay-to-win mechanics and ads, the time-gated gameplay and persistent prompts to spend money create frustration and can detract significantly from enjoyment. Overall, opinions are divided between appreciating the ethical intent behind monetization and criticizing its execution as a disincentive for extended play without spending.
- “It boggles my mind how people see a free game with some of the best and most ethical monetization imaginable and go 'gross, those filthy game devs want money for their fantastic game!'”
- “The monetization strategy is very fair, and I'm more than happy to support the game with a subscription.”
- “Also the game is totally free, except some in-game purchases that, as far as I know, don't lock you out of any major content.”
- “This game has a predatorily aggressive monetization scheme; after all my playtime I only made it 70 days into the story. With permadeath, a single miscalculated click can cost you 13,000 actions, which if paid for would cost around €650 or about 800 hours of playtime.”
- “Abysmal monetization model and energy system straight out from some of the worst mobile games.”
- “The game is soul-crushing in its pace and monetization.”
atmosphere
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59% positive mentions, 38% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions
The game excels in creating a rich, immersive cyberpunk atmosphere characterized by gritty, neon-soaked visuals, detailed world-building, and compelling writing. Its nuanced narrative, atmospheric music, and art effectively draw players into a unique, lived-in futuristic setting that respects character depth and personality. Overall, the atmosphere is widely praised for capturing the essence of classic cyberpunk while maintaining originality and depth.
- “Uniquely detailed, ambitious, and clever in how it builds atmosphere and simulates a day-by-day living experience with unparalleled respect for your character's personality, identity, presentation, body, and mind.”
- “The atmosphere is woven, piece by piece, an exquisite cyberpunk experience I've not encountered in such a nuanced way in any other game so far.”
- “It nails the oppressive atmosphere of a cyberpunk setting, and the content of the game is all very well written and engrossing.”
music
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58% positive mentions, 32% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, effectively enhancing the cyberpunk setting and overall mood. Reviewers appreciate the variety and thematic fit of the soundtrack, often describing it as engaging enough to be played in the background. Some note the music could benefit from more variety to avoid repetition, but overall it significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.
- “The writing, the art, the music all serve to immerse you into a cyberpunk world.”
- “It's clearly a labor of love, with gorgeous art (love these comic-style illustration spreads!) and immersive music being a gateway to an interesting and gritty world that scratches the cyberpunk itch but with twists and turns that set it apart from a generic dystopia.”
- “The music is very good, and sets the mood whether you're exploring an overcrowded slum or if you're chasing after someone.”
- “The music and sound are minimal, but fitting to the setting. However, the music/sound could be extended and improved, as it gets a bit repetitive.”
- “I just found the female gender experience so stereotypical in ways that made me feel it was 'off', like listening to music that is just enough out of tune to be discordant.”
- “Edit: the music/sound could be extended or improved, it gets a bit repetitive.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, 42% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through diverse character builds, flexible customization, and evolving gameplay mechanics like permadeath that change the story with each run. Packed with content and free from filler or ads, it encourages experimentation and varied approaches, providing a highly enjoyable and repeatable experience.
- “Different builds unlock different approaches to solving problems, encouraging experimentation and replayability.”
- “There is a lot of flexibility in character creation - mutant / non-mutant, physical characteristics, quirks, and then picking your temperament through action. I can see this giving a lot of replayability, or as in my case, buying credits to unlock some alternate character slots!”
- “There is so much replay value with aspects like a permadeath system that actively changes the story each time you die and restart.”
- “[*][b][u]Replayability[/u][/b]: medium.”
- “Replayability: see above”
- “But overall it's still worth it, and is much more playable if you invest in a few credits and do some bingeing.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as dark, gritty, and genuinely funny, often blending tragic and relatable moments with sharp wit. Players appreciate its immersive and engaging narrative, filled with unique, quirky characters and surprising, humorous events that capture a grim yet hopeful cyberpunk noir atmosphere. Overall, the game combines effective humor with thematic depth, enhancing its appeal and community vibe.
- “I treated the game as if I was playing in the Fallout 1 & 2 or Arcanum game worlds and everything went hilariously off the rails.”
- “It's very immersive, it's dark, it's gritty, and at times, genuinely funny.”
- “Besides this the gameplay is fantastic for the genre, the writing is funny and engaging, the characters unique, and you are able to tailor your character to an absolute t.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
89% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 11% negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players appreciating the immersive storytelling, detailed world-building, and meaningful relationships that evoke genuine feelings. However, others report losing emotional investment due to slow progression, stereotypical character experiences, and uninspired writing, which can detract from overall engagement and emotional connection.
- “Building relationships becomes an important part of progression because allies can provide opportunities, information, resources, and emotional support.”
- “The game's richly detailed descriptions and immersive storytelling truly made me feel like I was navigating the neon-lit streets and dark alleyways myself.”
- “Unlike other games, CPD never made me feel like I was at a disadvantage for actually having a life and obligations outside of watching the action timers go down.”
- “If you are looking for a novel game, no, I would not recommend this. It is lazy writing and a boring story with broken RNG gameplay that tries to ride the Cyberpunk name.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
The game excels in character development by emphasizing storytelling, meaningful choices, and long-term role-playing without relying on flashy visuals. It offers detailed character design and strong worldbuilding, allowing diverse developmental paths. Decisions are permanent, creating a uniquely nuanced and immersive growth experience.
- “The game focuses on storytelling, character development, decision-making, and long-term role-playing rather than relying on flashy graphics, cinematic action sequences, or traditional open-world exploration.”
- “Cyberpunkdreams succeeds as an ambitious and deeply rewarding cyberpunk RPG that emphasizes storytelling, choice, and character development above all else.”
- “There are lots of ways to go with your character development.”
- “And another thing is, there is no real option to re-evaluate your 'life decisions' after months of character development and once you decide on some things, they are permanent.”
- “Rather than relying on flashy graphics, cinematic action sequences, or open-world exploration in the traditional sense, the game focuses on storytelling, character development, decision-making, and long-term role-playing.”
- “Beyond those walls lies the uniquely nuanced and intricate character development that will transform me into a god of this broken world.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 83% negative mentions
The game's stability is marked by frequent graphical glitches and some cumbersome, confusing UI issues, including problematic inventory management and occasional game logic bugs. While minor glitches have been patched over time, stability remains a concern that can detract from the otherwise immersive experience.
- “Immersive setting, compelling narrative but buggy with graphical issues.”
- “The game is well written but suffers from frequent graphical glitches, the UI gets cumbersome at times (your equipment and inventory is strewn over several different tabs, you quickly amass more statuses than is intuitive to keep track of, etc), and once you finish the tutorial it's not very clear where and how to go.”
- “In my playthrough I found it to be buggy, there isn't much of a tutorial, tab windows can be all over the place and I activated an option to change outfit, I found myself stuck in a locked out loop as you could not put on clothes but could not leave the menu unless you put on clothes.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, -25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions
The game's optimization emphasizes immersive, responsive role-playing over stat or combat optimization, with design suited for brief play sessions. However, some technical issues like poor optimization in parts, missing tool-tips, and untimely mission prompts can hinder the experience. Overall, it favors thoughtful character engagement rather than streamlined mechanics.
- “This interconnected design creates a world that feels responsive and believable, rewarding thoughtful role-playing rather than simple optimization.”
- “It’s a PC game that plays like a mobile game, optimized for quick bursts of playing throughout the day, thanks to action limits.”
- “Plus poorly optimized in parts, missing tool-tips, missing descriptions, missions popping up way before you are ready for them, complex, without its complexity always properly explained.”
- “It’s a PC game that plays as a mobile game, optimized for quick bursts of playing throughout the day, thanks to action limits.”
- “A compelling text-based RPG that drives the player to constantly ask 'what happens next?' This game is best for those who want to truly play a character or role in an immersive world, rather than for those who want to pursue stat optimization or focus on combat.”

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21h Median play time

93h Average play time

3-112h Spent by most gamers

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cyberpunkdreams is a open world role playing game with post-apocalyptic and science fiction themes. Common tags for cyberpunkdreams include indie, trading, life sim, cyberpunk, dystopian and others.

cyberpunkdreams is available on PC, Steam Deck, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 93 hours playing cyberpunkdreams.

cyberpunkdreams was released on May 14, 2021.

cyberpunkdreams was developed by Late Night Games.

cyberpunkdreams has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked cyberpunkdreams for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

cyberpunkdreams is a single player game.

Similar games include Vagrus: The Riven Realms, Citizen Sleeper, Star Traders: Frontiers, Encased, Sunless Skies and others.

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