With the release of Single Player Mode, R. Talsorian Games delivers a long-requested supplement for Cyberpunk RED: a fully realized framework for playing the game solo. Traditionally, Cyberpunk RED thrives on the dynamic push and pull between a Game Master and a crew of Edgerunners. But Single Player Mode proves that you don’t need a table full of players to dive headfirst into the neon glow and gritty streets of Night City.
The supplement provides rules, tools, and guidance for running a campaign with just one player and one GM—or even without a GM at all. Whether you’re itching for quick bursts of high-tech mayhem, long-form narrative arcs, or character-driven exploration, this book makes the cyberpunk world more accessible than ever.
📚 What’s Inside the Book
The Single Player Mode supplement includes a comprehensive set of systems designed specifically for solo or one-on-one play:
- Modified Core Mechanics – Streamlined rules that balance encounters and progress for smaller groups. Combat, downtime, and skill challenges all receive adjustments to ensure fairness and pacing.
- Solo-Friendly Tools – Random tables, oracles, and narrative prompts allow players to create missions, obstacles, and complications on the fly. These tools reduce prep time and allow for emergent storytelling.
- Character Options – Guidance on how to build a solo Edgerunner who can survive without the usual safety net of a full crew. Archetypes are slightly rebalanced for independence while maintaining their flavor.
- GMless Play – A standout feature, Single Player Mode includes systems for running adventures without a traditional GM. The supplement leans heavily on structured tables and procedural narrative generation, helping players feel like the city is alive even when no one is behind the screen.
- Sample Adventures – The book includes several missions tailored to highlight the rules of solo play, acting as both tutorials and templates for your own cyberpunk escapades.
Together, these tools create an environment where Night City feels just as dangerous, stylish, and alive as in standard Cyberpunk RED campaigns.
🌆 Expanding Night City’s Accessibility
One of the most exciting aspects of Single Player Mode is how it lowers the barrier to entry. For those who don’t have a regular group, or whose schedules make coordinating impossible, this supplement is a game-changer. It opens the door for players to experience Cyberpunk RED without needing a full table, while still retaining the game’s signature energy and tension.
Even for experienced GMs and groups, Single Player Mode serves as a fantastic toolkit for side-stories, personal arcs, or downtime adventures. A player could flesh out their character’s backstory between sessions, or a GM might use the random mission generators to spark inspiration for the main campaign.
🎲 Play Experience
In practice, Single Player Mode captures the essence of the cyberpunk genre—loneliness, survival, and the sharp edge between independence and vulnerability. Playing alone heightens the sense of danger and emphasizes narrative themes that can get lost in group play. Every choice carries more weight, every wound stings a little deeper, and every ally feels precious.
The GMless mode deserves special praise. It’s not just a novelty—it works. Using structured prompts and randomized complications, players can guide themselves through tense urban encounters, unexpected betrayals, and high-stakes heists without ever needing a referee. The system embraces unpredictability in a way that feels true to the chaotic pulse of Night City.
⚖️ Final Verdict
Single Player Mode is more than just a supplement—it’s an invitation to explore Cyberpunk RED in new ways. Whether you’re a veteran Edgerunner seeking fresh challenges or a newcomer who doesn’t have access to a group, this book delivers a rich, flexible, and exciting play experience.
By providing both structured solo systems and freeform narrative tools, R. Talsorian Games has expanded the horizons of Cyberpunk RED while staying true to its roots. Night City has always been a dangerous place—but now, it’s yours to explore, even if you’re the only one walking its neon-lit streets.
