- June 28, 2018
- Choice of Games
I, Cyborg
Platforms
About
In "I, Cyborg" , play as a cyborg copy of the interstellar outlaw Ypsilanti Rowe, navigating through galaxy to find a rare brain part to save your cybernetic systems. Experience 300,000 words of interactive science fiction with options to outfly, outshoot, or outwit enemies, upgrade your brain, and engage in space combat or interstellar romances. This text-based adventure offers a vast, unstoppable power of imagination, putting you in control of your own unique journey.



- Engaging plot with interesting characters that players can relate to, providing a satisfying narrative experience.
- Offers meaningful choices that can significantly alter the story, enhancing replay value with various paths and outcomes.
- Well-written with a good balance of humor and serious themes, making for an entertaining and immersive experience.
- Heavy reliance on stat checks for choices can lead to frustration, as many options are only viable if players have the correct stats.
- Romance options feel rushed and underdeveloped, lacking depth and emotional connection with the characters.
- The game can be confusing due to unclear stat mechanics, which detracts from the overall immersion and enjoyment.
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its depth, character development, and the impact of choices on the narrative, while others criticize it for being unfocused and lacking in true cyberpunk elements. Despite some frustrations with stat mechanics and character names, many found the writing engaging and the variety of story paths intriguing, leading to a generally positive reception overall.
“Kudos to Tracey Canfield for putting together some of the most exciting, coherent, well thought-out, story and character-rich, cohesive choice games I've played yet... and I've played a lot of these.”
“The game has a lot of variety; it will be different depending on who you ally yourself with, what ship you buy, what upgrades, etc. The story unfolds around your choices and may even lead to your death in the end.”
“The author has a great style and a command of the language, which makes for easy reading and an exciting story.”
“Ah, but what about the actual story?”
“Aside from not being an actual cyborg, there sure isn't much cyberpunk in a story about a 'cyborg'.”
“Completely ignore every choice that doesn't seem like it uses one of your chosen strengths for the rest of the story.”