Abstract

The fast-paced advancement of technology in recent times has made it an indispensable part of our everyday routine. Almost all spheres of our life are connected with technology, starting with our smartphones, which we use in our daily lives, until supercomputers, which aid people in researching the universe around our planet. This trend shows no signs of slowing down. Cyberpunk, a science fiction subgenre, delves into the potential consequences of technological progress on individuals in the future. This genre describes the future where technology will be intertwined with people's daily routines and even affect their external appearance. Cyberpunk delineates the future where the assimilation of humans and technology will be inevitable. Although technology has the potential to enhance society, it also threatens our liberty. Due to the rapid formation of technology, some people even argue that artificial intelligence will dominate the world soon. This article explores the origins and development of cyberpunk literature, which is a subset of science fiction. It delves into the distinctive features of cyberpunk as a literary subgenre and examines previous research on the topic. Additionally, the article analyzes the perspectives of scholars on the cyberpunk genre.

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