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NeoTokyo
It’s odd that one of the best cyberpunk titles out there is merely a Half-Life 2 conversion mod. Developed back in 2008, NeoTokyo is a Source-based online FPS. Aesthetically, the mod incorporates cyberpunk tropes into present-day architecture, offering an odd blend between recognizable locales and futurism. The mod borrows heavily from 1995’s seminal anime Ghost in the Shell, with backdrops inspired by traditional Japanese cities.
The greatest part of NeoTokyo, however, is the soundtrack, created by Ed Harrison. Much like the game, the OST blends gritty future sounds with traditional instrumentation. The mod’s music is the finishing touch on an underrated gem, underappreciated due to its existence as a mod. NeoTokyo shines as its future feels like a distinct possibility.
