B.A.T.

B.A.T. is a futuristic cyberpunk role-playing adventure game developed and published by Ubi Soft in 1990 for MS-DOS and other platforms. Set in a gritty sci-fi metropolis, it blends traditional RPG elements with a strong emphasis on investigation, dialogue, and problem-solving. Players take the role of a secret agent from the Bureau of Astral Troubleshooters, tasked with infiltrating criminal organizations and unraveling a dangerous conspiracy.

What made B.A.T. stand out at the time was its mix of interactive storytelling and unusual mechanics. The game featured a unique interface where players could customize their character’s implanted computer system, known as the "B.O.B.," by programming its functions to aid in exploration and survival. The open-ended structure allowed for multiple solutions to challenges, encouraging experimentation and creative thinking.

Visually, the game presented a detailed, atmospheric world that drew on cyberpunk inspirations. Its combination of role-playing depth, adventure-style interactions, and technical originality made it a distinctive experience among early 1990s PC titles. While not easy for newcomers, B.A.T. became a cult classic for fans of ambitious and unconventional RPGs.