BloodNet is a cyberpunk-themed role-playing game released in 1993, combining adventure, hacking, and strategic combat. Set in a dystopian near-future, players assume the role of Ransom Stark, a mercenary who becomes infected with a vampire virus. The game blends traditional point-and-click adventure mechanics with RPG elements, including character progression, combat encounters, and inventory management.
Players navigate the gritty streets of a futuristic city, interacting with a variety of characters to uncover conspiracies and gain critical information. Hacking sequences allow access to secure systems, while dialogue choices influence story outcomes. The FDD (floppy disk) version retains the original pixel art graphics and atmospheric cyberpunk soundtrack, creating a tense and immersive experience. Combat can occur in turn-based mode, where strategy and careful resource management are key to survival.
The game features multiple endings depending on the player’s decisions and alliances. Its narrative depth, combined with a mix of cyberpunk technology and vampire horror, offers a unique RPG adventure. The FDD version preserves the classic feel for retro gamers and collectors. BloodNet challenges players to navigate both the digital and vampiric worlds, making choices that shape the outcome of the story.
Features:
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Cyberpunk RPG with adventure and hacking elements.
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Play as mercenary Ransom Stark infected by a vampire virus.
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Point-and-click exploration of a dystopian city.
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Turn-based combat requiring strategic thinking.
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Dialogue choices influence story outcomes.
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Multiple endings based on player decisions.
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Hacking minigames to access secure systems.
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Retro pixel art graphics and cyberpunk soundtrack.
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Inventory management and character progression.
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Unique mix of technology and vampire horror.
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 3.1/95.
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Processor: 386 or higher.
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RAM: 2 MB minimum.
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Video: VGA graphics compatible.
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Sound Card: AdLib or Sound Blaster.
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Hard Drive: 5 MB free space.
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Input: Keyboard and mouse.
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Media: 3.5-inch floppy disks (FDD version).
