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Cyberpunk

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What is Cyberpunk?

Cyberpunk is a science-fiction sub-genre dealing with the integration of society and technology in dystopian settings. Often referred to as “low-life and high tech,” Cyberpunk stories deal with outsiders (punks) who fight against the oppressors in society (usually mega corporations that control everything) via technological means (cyber). If the punks aren’t actively fighting against a megacorp, they’re still dealing with living in a world completely dependent on high technology.

Cyberpunk characteristics include:

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Keep in mind this was over 30 years ago. The very first Doom was was still a year away, there were no cell phones, and the internet was still something that only geeks knew anything about.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I've been meaning to watch this film for years.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

It's not that great, TBH. I think the full thing is on youtube:

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 week ago

Sweet, thanks. I'll check it out sometime