Trese Brothers Games, the creators known for the space-travel odyssey Star Traders: Frontiers, have rolled out their latest project. Meet Cyber Knights: Flashpoint, a turn-based RPG heist adventure, now available on PC, Linux, and the Steam Deck. For early-bird adopters, the game is up for grabs at $29.99 USD on Steam, featuring a 10% discount during its Early Access launch week.
The Heist Game Gets a Cyberpunk Twist
In this far-future cyberpunk universe, you’ll step into the shoes of a Cyber Knight. These are not your everyday heroes; they’re underground elites equipped with state-of-the-art cybernetic spinal implants. Your mission, if you choose to accept, involves forming a gang of hackers, mercenaries, and general ne’er-do-wells to thrive in the dark corners of 2231’s New Boston Zone.
Building Your Rep: More than Just Smash and Grab
Before pulling off that perfect heist, you’re going to want to warm up to the right people. Cyber Knights lets you navigate a web of underworld contacts, trading favors and resources to keep that heat off your back. The game allows players to engage in multi-stage missions, where early decisions can either open doors or close them, literally and metaphorically.
Customize Your Crew to Perfection
If you’re looking to go guns-blazing or take the subtle approach, Cyber Knights has got you covered. A myriad of talent trees, weapon modifications, and evolving traits allow for endless character customization. Whether it’s cyberware, stealth tech, or good old firepower, you’re in the driver’s seat when it comes to shaping your crew’s skill set.
Narrative Choices: More Than Just Background Noise
Your story intertwines with your crew’s and even your contacts. Every decision you make contributes to a growing narrative impacted by personal agendas and factional rivalries. The game’s ‘Casting Director’ story engine creates dynamic stories, offering unique experiences every time you dive back in. Friend or foe, the choices are yours to make.
A Unique Take on the Cyberpunk Genre
Beyond the neon lights and dark alleyways lies a world scarred by ecological collapse, sheltered in domed mega-cities. Here, artificial intelligence isn’t just a part of life; it’s been born, killed, and outlawed. With quantum computing and nanotech altering the fabric of reality, players find themselves among the few capable of navigating this brave new world.
A 10-Year Dream Comes True
“Cyber Knights: Flashpoint is the realization of a 10-year dream,” noted Cory Trese, one of the studio co-founders. Initially kickstarted with ambitions of creating an immersive and deep RPG, the game has already garnered significant support from the gaming community.
So, whether you’re a fan of cyberpunk settings, deep strategy layers, or just want to pull off the ultimate heist, Cyber Knights: Flashpoint offers a rich experience waiting for you to dive in.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Steam Deck
