Summary

  • ExeKiller, a game from Null Games Inc, is a potential choice for Cyberpunk 2077 fans, offering a dystopian sci-fi world and RPG/shooting elements.
  • ExeKiller stands out by having a more linear narrative and drawing inspiration from other franchises like BioShock and Fallout.
  • While Cyberpunk 2077 still has its merits, ExeKiller presents a promising option for fans looking towards the future, with a 2025 PC release date.

ExeKiller, an upcoming game from developer Null Games Inc, might be the perfect choice for fans of Cyberpunk 2077 and the Cyberpunk sub-genre as a whole. Following the release of the Phantom Liberty expansion, it's likely that many players are coming to the end of their journey with CD Projekt Red's infamous, complex, and ambitious RPG, fleshing out the reworked Cyberpunk 2077 skill trees, wrapping up side quests, and completing the main story. While there's a wealth of content to explore in Cyberpunk, that shouldn't stop fans from checking out games that take inspiration from it, and ExeKiller could be a great place to start.

It's likely that Cyberpunk 2077, despite its controversies and flaws, will inspire a number of future video games. Indeed, it can be argued that Cyberpunk 2077 has already left its mark on the games industry in the three years following its release, with recent games like Robocop: Rogue City sharing a number of similarities with the Polish RPG. Several upcoming games, such as Neo Berlin 2087, appear to be a bit more obvious when it comes to their Cyberpunk 2077 influences, drawing on the game for inspiration when it comes to world-building, RPG systems, combat, and more. There is still much to learn about ExeKiller, but it could very well fall into this category, as its parallels with Cyberpunk 2077 are apparent.

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ExeKiller Is a Dystopian, Gritty Science-Fiction Game

In ExeKiller, players will take on the role of a bounty hunter employed by Helion, a megacorporation operating out of New York City. The Earth has undergone a process of desertification, spurred by a catastrophe. While specific details of the story are sparse, its premise suggests a non-glamorous sci-fi world where technological and scientific advancements may have done more to hurt humanity than help it, which should sound familiar to Cyberpunk 2077 fans.

Aside from its basic premise and setting, ExeKiller's RPG and shooting systems may also grab the attention of Cyberpunk 2077 fans. ExeKiller is a first-person shooter with an emphasis on looting and exploration, allowing players to hone their gun-slinging skills and build up their arsenal. Additionally, the game will feature stealth and hacking options, offering not just gameplay variety, but interactive, immersive worldbuilding opportunities as well. While the game is not a full open-world RPG like Cyberpunk 2077, it will feature dialog systems and a narrative that is impacted by player choice, making it a potentially great fit for RPG fans.

Not Just a Cyberpunk 2077 Clone

ExeKiller may share some traits with Cyberpunk 2077, but its distinctions could ultimately be more effective when it comes to hooking players. While Cyberpunk 2077's Night City can be explored at will, ExeKiller's world is far more linear and concise, with a greater emphasis on a choice-influenced narrative that could appeal to fans of story-focused games. On top of this, the game looks to be inspired by other franchises like BioShock and Fallout, presenting a barren, apocalyptic dystopia that contrasts with Cyberpunk 2077's overcrowded urban environments. The aesthetic of the game is also unique, adding the flair of a classic Western to the Cyberpunk formula.

Although there is still plenty to enjoy in Cyberpunk 2077, especially following the most recent updates and the Phantom Liberty DLC, the base game is almost three years old, so fans have cause to look to the future. It will likely be some time before the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel launches, and both indie studios and AAA developers alike are sure to look at the RPG for inspiration in the interim. Just how much ExeKiller has in common with Cyberpunk 2077 remains to be seen, but the game certainly looks promising ahead of its 2025 PC release.

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Cyberpunk 2077
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Top Critic Avg: 76 /100 Critics Rec: 66%
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Released
December 10, 2020
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs and Alcohol
Developer(s)
CD Projekt Red
Publisher(s)
CD Projekt Red
Engine
REDengine 4
Cross-Platform Play
ps, xbox, pc
Cross Save
yes
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Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt Red.

Set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour and body modification, you play as V, a mercenary outlaw going after a one-of-a-kind implant that is the key to immortality.

Upgraded with next-gen in mind and featuring free additional content, customize your character and playstyle as you take on jobs, build a reputation, and unlock upgrades. 

The relationships you forge and the choices you make will shape the story and the world around you. Legends are made here. What will yours be?

Genre(s)
RPG, Action
How Long To Beat
25 Hours
Metascore
75
PS Plus Availability
Extra & Premium