Wirehead

About

Wirehead casts you as Ned Hubbard a guy with a brain implant that makes him a target. You navigate a series of timed decisions as enemies close in needing to pick the correct path or Ned dies. Each choice feels like a high stakes pinball match as you juggle obstacles and avoid instant failure. The Sega CD version leans into CD-based animation and quick time events that demand reflexes and luck. The game's defining trait is its relentless tension. Every screen feels like a life or death test with minimal room for error. It hit shelves in 1995 and maintains a niche cult following with a 7.5/10 Metacritic score. Fans note its Dragon's Lair inspired design but with faster pacing and more chaotic set pieces. The single player format and short runtime keep it punchy though the high difficulty can frustrate. It's a relic of early interactive storytelling with bold but unforgiving execution.