Explore every episode of the podcast LayedBackGamer's Lorecast

This theory proposes that Smasher isn't a simple borg conversion, but rather Arasakas most powerful construct.

He initially appears during "Imagine" that begins an ongoing questline of 3 more associated quests. Each one guiding V through a meditation of a nature braindance. Just who is this Monk though and how does he seemingly heal others and vanish?

The Crystal Palace is one of if not the most elusive location within the Cyberpunk series.

This composes all of Silverhand's major stories. Never Fade Away, The Fall of The Tower, & Black Dog.

At a glance, it seems that Biotechnica sets itself apart as one of the "good guy" corps. This however, is just a façade.

A Solo and Lap Dog for the Arasaka corporation, he's known for his lack of empathy and abundance of collateral damage. So just who is he and where did he come from?

At a glance it seems that V is set up to die after 2077. This may not be the case though. I believe that V can survive...no matter the ending.

There's various ways to look at this new ending, but honestly, it's not nearly as melancholic as you might initially believe. There's realistic hope for the future of V.

A megacorporation that ranks above the likes of Arasaka and Militech during the 2020s and Time of Red. So just who are they?

These are the most vile characters in Cyberpunk 2077 Lore

Cyberpunk 2077 is a horror game. Here’s why…

This is over 3 hours of Cyberpunk 2077 Lore compiled into a single video.

This is over 3 hours of Ad Free Cyberpunk 2077 Night City Legend Lore

Night City is full of chaos. So here’s an anthology of Cyberpunk 2077 short stories. Please enjoy.

Debunking Cyberpunk 2077's Biggest Misconceptions.

Night City has a lot of districts. Let's discuss them.

There's a serious problem with Night City Legends. Let's discuss why.

The dark future has no shortage of disturbing fates, so let's discuss them.

This video essay covers the story of Cyberpunks' greatest Netrunner. Rache Bartmoss. The founder and destroyer of the Net that orchestrated the Datakrash during the Fourth Corporate War. So, just who is he and where did he come from? Today we decrypt the entire Legend of Rache Bartmoss.

This video essay covers the story of Cyberpunk Phantom Liberty's newest living legend. Aguilar Nubiola. A Solo and Assassin for the Cuban Underground, they're known for their terrifying presence and cool appearance. Their appearance in negotiations alone has been known to sway the tide. So just who is Aguilar?

Cyberpunk 2077 has some retconned timelines. Do they matter? Yeah...they do. Here's an exploration of them.

This video essay covers the story of Michiko Arasaka. The daughter of Kei Arasaka and the NUSA sellout of the family. What happened in her early life and what makes her so impactful in the world of Cyberpunk? Find out everything you need to know about Michiko and the Danger Gal firm...

Project Cynosure risked the extinction of humanity tampering with the Black Wall. Militech wasn't finished though. A spiritual successor has been created. One that aims to create a Human-AI Hybrid.

Today, I reveal the UNTOLD backstories of Maine's Edgerunner crew. From the origins of Dorio to the likes of Kiwi, you don't want to miss this impactful lore video.

The legend of Johnny Silverhand as seen in 2077, isn't entirely accurate. So this video essay unravels the intricate history and mysteries behind the Rockerboy.

This is over 3 hours of Cyberpunk 2077 Net Lore compiled into a single video. Urban Legends, Net Origins, Netrunners, & Corporations. It has everything to help you with long shifts, study sessions, or winding down. Please enjoy this Ad Free Cyberpunk Lore.

The universe of Cyberpunk 2077 has a vast lore built since the late 1980s. This specific video will detail the Myths, Urban Legends, and Conspiracies detailed in 2077 and the sourcebooks.

This video essay covers Phantom Liberty's most discussed conspiracy. Project Cynosure. Militech's Anti Soulkiller that was meant to utilize the full power of Rogue AI. So just what makes this project so important? And more importantly. Why was it abandoned...

This video essay covers the story of one of Night Citys best Netrunners. A Night City Legend comparable to the likes of Alt Cunningham and Rache Bartmoss. The netrunner Spider Murphy. So just who is she and where did she come from?

This video essay covers the story of Cyberpunk's BEST Solo & Night City Legend. Morgan Blackhand. A Solo and Covert Operative for Militech Arms International, he's known as the best. Even scoffing at Adam Smasher's supposed rivalry. So just who is he and where did he come from?

This video essay covers the story of the Nets most ominous structure. The Black Wall. A barrier created by the NetWatch Corporation to trap dangerous Rogue AI's within the Old Net after the Datakrash. Just what is the Black Wall and what does it mean for humanity's future?

This video essay covers the corrupted reality of Rogue AI. The Old Net. A section of the I/G Protocol Net that was corrupted by the Datakrash and eventually sectioned off by Net Watch and the Black Wall. Why does it remain operational despite the dangerous Rogue AI's within? Can the Old Net be Shut Down? Let's uncover the truth...

Cyberpunk 2077 has another retconned timeline. Does it matter? Probably. Here's an exploration of Cyberpunk 2020 & Mekton Zeta's Supplement: Starblade Battalion

Uncover the truth behind Cyberpsychosis, Night City’s chronic condition.

This is almost 3 hours of Cyberpunk 2077 Corporation Lore compiled into a single video. Arasaka, Militech, Biotechnica, & more.

This video essay covers the story of Cyberpunk's BEST NetWatch Agent & Legend. Magnificent Curtis. The creator of the NetWatch Pacifica branch and eventual head of Netwatch. Even gaining the mutual respect of Rache Bartmoss and being considered a Legend amongst the likes of him and Spider Murphy. So just who is he and where did he come from?

This video essay covers the creation and uprising of Cyberpunk's BEST corporate military. The Lazarus Military Operations Group. A megacorporation that ranks above the likes of Arasaka and Militech during the 2020s and Time of Red. So just who are they?

This video essay covers the creation and uprising of Cyberpunk's BEST corporate security and main antagonist. The Arasaka Corporation.

Night City, a multicultural metropolis of the 21st century, overrun by corporations, corruption, organized crime and gang violence. Today, we will be discussing everything to do with the origins of Night City, Night Corporation, and the many conspiracies surrounding it’s prominent member, Mr. Blue Eyes, and alleged AI Project, codenamed Oracle.

Uncover the truth behind the infamous Cyborg Suppression Unit - MaxTac.

Uncover the mysteries that shroud Militech International Armaments.

A comforting site to any chooms flatlining...if they can cough up the eddies. This is the complete lore of Trauma Team International.

Uncover the truth behind Corporate War, the Dark Future's chronic condition.