Cyberpunk: Edgerunners: A Cyberpunk Prequel
Synopsis
Set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is an anime prequel to the video game.
The story takes place a year before the events of the game, and follows David Martinez, a talented but reckless street kid who strives to survive in a dystopia riddled with corruption and cybernetic implants.
Along the way, he meets a group of skilled mercenaries, including Maine, Kiwi, Lucy, and Rebecca, and together they form a crew that takes on dangerous jobs for pay.
As David becomes more involved with the crew, he begins to learn more about the dangers of the Cyberpunk world, and the sacrifices that must be made to survive.
Voice Cast
The anime features an all-star voice cast, including:
- Zach Aguilar as David Martinez
- Kagga Jayson as Maine
- Kenichiro Ohashi as Lucy
- Emi Lo as Rebecca
Production
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was produced by Trigger, a renowned animation studio known for its work on anime such as Kill la Kill and Darling in the Franxx.
The anime was directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, who also directed Gurren Lagann and Promare.
Release
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was released on Netflix on September 13, 2022.
The anime has received critical acclaim, with praise for its animation, story, and characters.
Related Anime
If you enjoyed Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, you may also enjoy the following anime:
- Ghost in the Shell
- Akira
- Blade Runner: Black Lotus
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