Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a cyberpunk original net animation (ONA) miniseries produced by Studio Trigger under the supervision of CD Projekt Red. Based on the world of the video game Cyberpunk 2077, the series premiered on Netflix in September 2022. Serving as a prequel to the game, Edgerunners is set in Night City about a year before the events of Cyberpunk 2077. The story revolves around David Martinez, a street kid who becomes an "edgerunner," a high-tech mercenary also known as a "cyberpunk," in a dystopian society rife with corruption and cybernetic implants. David's journey is filled with action, dystopia, and explorations of humanity, featuring a distinctive animation style and memorable characters that have garnered praise from critics and fans alike. The anime successfully brought the world of Cyberpunk 2077 to the screen, delving into themes such as the cost of cybernetic modification and the struggle for survival in a society consumed by power struggles. Edgerunners not only offered a fresh perspective for game players but also attracted a wide range of new viewers, establishing itself as a classic in the cyberpunk genre.