Cyberpunk is having a moment in 2026

The cyberpunk genre is experiencing a major resurgence in 2026 with several high-profile adaptations of foundational works hitting screens. Projects include new seasons of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, a faithful Ghost in the Shell series, Blade Runner 2099, and a Neuromancer adaptation.
Why it matters
The revival of cyberpunk reflects ongoing societal anxieties regarding technology, corporate power, and the 'high tech, low life' aesthetic.
Manila Bulletin - Cyberpunk is having a moment in 2026
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