cyberpunk
- noun
- /ˈsaɪbərˌpʌŋk/
- Literature
- cyberpunk authors
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- Apparently it's incredibly unique fantasy, sci-fi, kind of mix, kind of cyberpunk, something like that.
- So that includes fantasy, sci-fi, horror, alternate history, cyberpunk, all sorts of other genres that fit in there as well.
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A lot of the effective cyberpunk writing was very critical of American politics because it was basically Canadian.
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But in cyberpunk, of course, this is kind of also connected to the idea that machines are essentially objects, not subjects.
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In cyberpunk literature, the appeal of virtual worlds is often linked to a breakdown of real-world society.
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The creators promise that "Cyberpunk 2077" will be true to the essence of the cyberpunk genre.
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William Gibson is regarded as the godfather of cyberpunk; other authors include John Brunner, Neal Stephenson, and Bruce Sterling.
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Netflix's series Altered Carbon is a prime example of modern cyberpunk fiction with its dystopian themes and advanced technology.
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The dark, gritty world of cyberpunk stories often features characters battling oppressive societal structures while navigating high-tech landscapes.
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Writers like William Gibson have defined the cyberpunk genre by blending technology with societal critique in their narratives.
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Etymology
Cyberpunk joins cyber, meaning 'computers' or 'computer control', and punk, meaning 'rebel' or 'troublemaker'. So a cyberpunk story shows advanced technology, hackers, and harsh, unfair futures where outsiders fight powerful companies.