Meridian

Starting from the top, yes there is a LOT of AI usage in this game, however, underneath that controversial, big, red mark is a genuinely fun and easily accessible cyberpunk text RPG. The only other game that I have played I can compare it to is Cyberpunk Dreams. As a text based RPG, I have been greatly enjoying it. Its easy to pick up, easy to learn, the turn based combat does not feel like it wastes time. Fights are quick with lots of options. There is a good atmosphere here. Dialogue is a little scuffed due to being very roughly translated; but it gets the point across. If you are willing to overlook a solo dev's use of AI and some janky dialogue, I would recommend giving this a go.

Within its genre, Meridian feels like a genuinely large and ambitious project, especially for an indie game. It is a dark cyberpunk RPG that combines text-driven quests and choices with turn-based tactical combat, character progression (mini spoiler: though that depends on how you look at it), implants, reputation, and relationships with the city’s various factions. What stands out most is the cohesive visual presentation and the detailed character creation system. Your class, origin, stats, lifepath, traits, and installed chrome already give you plenty of room to build a distinctive character that reflects your preferred playstyle. The interface looks clean and atmospheric, while the combat system is noticeably more complex than its largely text-driven presentation might initially suggest. At the same time, Meridian does not spend much time introducing the player to its world and throws you into the local terminology almost immediately, so its narrative style and the way the city works take some time to get used to. Perhaps the introductory section will be expanded further down the line. Still, beyond that initial barrier, you can clearly feel the amount of work that went into the game and the many interconnected systems beneath the surface. Overall, I recommend it to fans of text-based RPGs, cyberpunk, character progression, and thoughtfully designed turn-based tactics.