Publisher's Synopsis
Cyberpunk Universe: A cyberpunk short story collection - "Step into the dark, gritty world of cyberpunk with this collection of short stories that explores the intersection of technology, humanity, and power. In this dystopian future, megacorporations rule the world, and the lines between virtual and physical reality are blurred beyond recognition. From the neon-lit streets of Tokyo to the sprawling slums of Neo-Los Angeles, these stories take you on a thrilling ride through a world where nothing is what it seems.
In "The Last Stand of Johnny Utah," a disgraced former cop turned bounty hunter confronts his past, his ghost, and the corruption of a cyberpunk Neo-Los Angeles. As Utah grapples with personal betrayals and dangerous cybercriminals, he sparks a digital revolution that forever alters the balance of power within the city.
In the neon-lit cyberpunk world of Electropolis, seasoned bounty hunter Syl forms an unlikely alliance with Nexus, a rogue operative from the controlling corporation. Together, they unveil the corporation's dark secrets, igniting a revolution that will forever alter the fate of both humans and androids in the cityIn the cyberpunk world of NeuroNet, a group of rebellious gamers called the NeuroHunters wage a virtual war against oppressive corporations, fighting for their freedom and the safety of all players in an online game where death in the virtual world means death in the real world. Their struggle sparks a global resistance, challenging corporate tyranny, and changing the very fabric of their reality, both in the game and the real world.
These stories and more explore themes of power, identity, and the human cost of progress in a world where the line between man and machine is increasingly blurred. So plug in, jack up, and get ready for a wild ride through the neon-soaked streets of a cyberpunk future."