It goes without saying that Cyberpunk 2077 was one of the most hyped games this year, and people were very much salivating for its release ever since it was announced all the way back in 2013. While whether the game truly met this hype is a matter best left for another day, there's no denying the fact that the game has certainly delivered on one front that pretty much everyone had expected; the plot.
Cyberpunk's story is definitely one of its biggest highlights, with both the main quests and various side quests offering up some truly excellent writing that goes to show why CD Projekt Red is held in such high regard by a majority of fans, even after the rather divisive launch of Cyberpunk 2077.
It's a given that there are people who have already finished this game off are and definitely seeking out other stories in the same vein that can elicit the same feelings that Cyberpunk did. Thankfully, the following ten games might just cut it.
10 Final Fantasy VII Remake
The recent release of Final Fantasy VII Remake was very much anticipated by the masses, with the game doing justice to the original while simultaneously integrating a number of modern concepts with near-flawless precision to create a brilliant entry point to the elaborate world of Final Fantasy VII.
While there are some additions that are not so welcome as others, there's still no denying the fact that Final Fantasy VII Remake is an excellent game to play through regardless.
9 System Shock 2
System Shock 2 is easily one of the greatest games of all time, with facets of its design still very much present in modern games to this day.
Of course, it certainly helps that the story is truly captivating and will keep gamers on the edge of their seats, regardless of how dated the game may feel.
8 Katana ZERO
Katana ZERO is by no means an easy game, but it's the manner in which its tough-as-nails gameplay is integrated with the story that truly makes it one of the most unique titles from a storytelling point of view.
Players who want to experience an excellent story and are craving for some excellent action gameplay as well should definitely try Katana ZERO out.
7 Shadowrun: Dragonfall
Shadowrun might not be a series that most people have heard of, but fans of excellent cyberpunk-themed storytelling should definitely try this title out. This is especially true for the more recent games, with Shadowrun: Dragonfall being a definite highlight in that regard.
This CRPG might take some getting used to for some people, but people who manage to master the game's systems will be able to enjoy a highly engrossing title that will definitely keep them captivated for hours on end.
6 Beneath A Steel Sky
There was a time when point-and-click games were all the rage, and it was during this time that Beneath A Steel Sky was released.
Considered by many as one of the highlights in the genre, there's no denying the fact that Beneath A Steel Sky is definitely a great game, especially for fans of the genre who can't get more cyberpunk goodness after playing CD Projekt's latest title.
5 Gemini Rue
Of course, Beneath A Steel Sky is a pretty old game at this point, and fans looking for a more modern experience while simultaneously retaining the charm of point-and-click titles can opt for Gemini Rue instead.
There's no denying the fact that Gemini Rue is an excellent title, featuring a brilliantly-written story that will keep fans hooked right until the credits roll.
4 Transistor
The recent success of Hades has turned Supergiant Games into one of the biggest names in the industry... but people who've followed the journey of this indie studio will realize that their excellence had already been etched in stone a long time back.
Supergiant Games have always been masters of telling stories only possible through the medium of video games, and Transistor is no exception to this golden rule. Fans of Hades — or just good action games in general — should definitely not overlook the greatness of Transistor either.
3 Xenogears
There was a time when JRPGs used to reign supreme on the original PlayStation, with the massive success of Final Fantasy VII prompting SquareSoft to release a slew of excellent JRPGs on this console. One such game that was released during this golden age of JRPGs was Xenogears.
Coming to life as a concept for Final Fantasy VIII, Xenogears took on its own identity and established itself as one of the greatest games in the genre. While the latter half of the game might be somewhat lackluster due to budgetary constraints, there's still no denying the fact that Xenogears is still a brilliant success.
2 Deus Ex
It goes without saying that Deus Ex is one of the most legendary titles of all time. The sheer innovative nature of this title is beyond compare, with level design that most modern games can't even hope to make.
The game's story is full of conspiracy theories, cyberpunk goodness, and good old-fashioned corporate corruption, making for an entertaining ride from start to end.
1 Grand Theft Auto V
Rockstar Games are definitely the master of their craft, and one need only look at Grand Theft Auto V to understand why this is the case. While its longevity might've been sustained with a brilliant Online mode, one can't ignore the excellent story of this title as well.
Fans of Cyberpunk 2077 who want to play another brilliant open-world title should definitely try out Grand Theft Auto V — a milestone for open-world gaming in the industry.