cyberpunkinspired
Cyberpunkinspired is an adjective used to describe works, designs, or aesthetics that draw on cyberpunk themes while not necessarily belonging to the formal cyberpunk genre. The term blends the idea of cyberpunk's techno-dystopian motifs with the broader notion of inspiration, and is commonly encountered in media criticism, marketing, and creative development. The concept references the original cyberpunk movement of the 1980s, notably the works of William Gibson and Bruce Sterling, while applying its sensibilities to contemporary contexts.
Core elements often cited in cyberpunkinspired works include a high-tech, low-life setting; neon-lit urban landscapes; pervasive
Applications span literature, film, television, video games, and design. In storytelling, cyberpunkinspired narratives emphasize accelerated technology,
Critics note that the term can be used loosely to describe a wide range of works, sometimes
Related topics include cyberpunk, cyberpunk aesthetics, neon noir, and retrofuturism.