Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (2022)
In a dystopia riddled with corruption and cybernetic implants, a talented but reckless street kid strives to become a mercenary outlaw — an edgerunner.
In a dystopia riddled with corruption and cybernetic implants, a talented but reckless street kid strives to become a mercenary outlaw — an edgerunner.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is an exhilarating anime series set in the dystopian universe of the Cyberpunk 2077 video game. The story follows a street kid named David Martinez, who dreams of becoming a part of the elite in Night City, a sprawling metropolis filled with technology, corruption, and violence. After a traumatic event leads him to embrace the life of an edgerunner—a mercenary outlaw—David teams up with a group of misfits, including the fierce and enigmatic Lucy, to navigate the dangerous underbelly of the city. As they undertake various high-stakes missions, David grapples with the consequences of his choices, the allure of cybernetic enhancements, and the ever-present threat of powerful corporations and rival gangs. With its stunning animation, dynamic action sequences, and a compelling narrative that explores themes of identity, ambition, and the human condition, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners offers a vivid and emotional experience that resonates with fans of both the anime genre and the Cyberpunk franchise.