BloodNet

BloodNet is a cyberpunk role-playing adventure game developed by MicroProse and released for MS-DOS in 1993. Set in a dystopian near-future New York, the game blends science fiction with gothic horror, creating a unique mix of cyberspace hacking, street-level survival, and supernatural menace. Players take on the role of Ransom Stark, a freelance hacker infected with vampirism after a deadly encounter with the ancient vampire Abraham Van Helsing—forcing him to find a cure before the transformation is complete.

Gameplay combines point-and-click adventure mechanics with RPG elements, allowing players to explore real-world locations and dive into cyberspace. Recruiting companions, upgrading cyberware, and making narrative choices are key to survival, while combat is a mix of real-world firefights and virtual duels inside the digital network.

Praised for its dark atmosphere, complex dialogue, and distinctive mix of genres, BloodNet remains a cult classic among fans of 90s PC games. Its unconventional setting, gritty tone, and ambitious storytelling still stand out as one of the most original blends of cyberpunk and horror in gaming history.