5 Cyberpunk Role‑Playing Games to Discover
Do you love the Cyberpunk genre and are looking for a tabletop RPG set in that universe? We’ve put together a complete list of games you can enjoy either online or at an in‑person table.
All the RPGs presented below can easily be used alongside Tome, our tabletop role‑playing software, and Lore, our worldbuilding tool.
Neon City Overdrive
Neon City Overdrive is an accessible Cyberpunk RPG that’s easy to pick up. It’s designed for fast‑paced sessions focused on player actions.
In Neon City Overdrive, you’ll find all the classic elements of a Cyberpunk setting. The game offers a deliberately open framework, enriched with random tables that help launch dynamic missions without requiring heavy preparation from the Game Master.
In short, it’s the perfect game for anyone who wants to dive into a futuristic world without getting lost in complex rules. Neon City Overdrive is also ideal for tables with beginner players.
Metro: Otherscape
If you’re looking for a role‑playing game that blends Cyberpunk, Fantasy, and Mythology, Metro: Otherscape is an excellent option.
This RPG takes place in a future saturated with Noise, where technology and supernatural forces coexist. Expect pacts with mortals, arcane powers, government agencies, and criminals.
The Metro: Otherscape corebook provides everything you need to start playing right away. Its rich universe, mixing magic and technology, offers a solid middle ground for tables with varied playstyles.
The Sprawl
For a Cyberpunk RPG with a simple and efficient system, The Sprawl is a great choice. In this game, threats are constant, creating strong tension and suspense for the players.
The characters must carry out numerous missions—often risky and illegal—on behalf of powerful megacorporations. The Sprawl is based on the principles and mechanics of Apocalypse World, ensuring fluid, story‑driven play.
Android: Shadow of the Beanstalk
If you’re looking for a more futuristic and high‑tech Cyberpunk world, Shadow of the Beanstalk is an excellent pick. Designed for the Genesys system, this RPG immerses players in New Angeles, a massive city dominated by the colossal space elevator known as the Beanstalk.
Players can embody a wide variety of characters: police officers, con artists, laborers, or androids. The Android: Shadow of the Beanstalk sourcebook presents a highly detailed universe with numerous playable archetypes (cyborgs, clones, bioroids, and more).
It also includes a large selection of equipment and cybernetic options, as well as expanded rules for navigating the Net and confronting the dangers of a world ruled by technology and conspiracy. In short, it's a rich, versatile, and immersive Cyberpunk RPG.
Technoir RPG
Technoir is a Cyberpunk role‑playing game perfect for players and GMs looking for a campaign centered on criminal intrigue. Its light and beginner‑friendly system plunges you into a dystopian sci‑fi atmosphere.
As a GM, Technoir lets you build dynamic and unpredictable plots that react directly to the players’ actions. Here, every decision carries consequences and can trigger new storylines.
We intentionally didn’t include Cyberpunk Red in this list because we wanted to introduce you to other RPGs within the genre. Of course, there are many more out there! One of the strengths of the Cyberpunk universe is that it’s relatively easy to learn—especially if you have beginner players at your table.
