Technobabylon

About

Technobabylon is a point-and-click adventure set in a 2087 ruled by an all-seeing AI and genetic engineering. You follow three characters, two investigators and a reclusive hacker, as they figure out a conspiracy involving a killer who steals knowledge from victims’ minds. Dialogue choices shape relationships and outcomes while navigating a world of neon-lit streets, corporate corruption, and digital addiction. The gameplay blends exploration, puzzle solving, and branching narratives that force tough moral decisions. The game’s reputation hinges on its tightly written story and layered characters. With over 20 distinct endings, player choices have lasting consequences, affecting both plot and character fates. Reviews from 2015 highlight its sharp cyberpunk atmosphere and mature themes, with many modern retrospectives praising its replayability. At 15-20 hours average playtime, it balances complexity without bloating, making it a standout in its genre.

Storyline

City of Newton, 2087. Genetic engineering is the norm, the addictive Trance has replaced almost any need for human interaction, and an omnipresent AI named Central powers the city. CEL agents Charlie Regis and Max Lao are investigating a serial Mindjacker who is tapping into the neural wiring of seemingly ordinary citizens, stealing their knowledge and leaving them dead. An agoraphobic net addict named Latha Sesame might be the next target. But when Charlie’s past comes back to haunt him, he and his partner find themselves on opposite sides of the law, with Latha’s fate in the crossfire.