This provides the opportunity for several secrets and makes you plan which abilities you will get first. The upgrade system is two-fold: on one hand you have XP you use to level up, which gives you points to spend in skills like endurance, guns, hand-to-hand combat, lock-picking, hacking, charisma, etc. On the other hand, you have access to several types of implants that you can equip, depending on your endurance stat and the size of your wallet. These cybernetics range from stats buffs to abilities like jumping higher or being impervious to gas, which help you reach new areas.

The run and gun element of combat is fun, if pretty basic, with only a few weapons and tactics. The same goes for the stealth system, that allows for instant kills if you sneak up to an enemy. You can also go into hacking mode whenever you want to see if there are hackable things nearby, such as cameras or even enemies. This is done via a bullet-hell mini-game, that provides an entertaining change of pace from the main gameplay loop. When you access networks ports, you are thrown into stages where you have to reach specific goals.

Throughout the city, you'll also find several fully-voiced NPCs that may give you quests that lead to different outcomes and rewards. Despite the obvious difference in budget, Dex manages to successfully evoke similar feelings and reactions as Deus Ex. It's exciting to learn more about this world, look for secret paths and create skill/implant builds that will enable you to traverse them. The beautifully drawn set pieces, along with the cool character models, can create really memorable cyberpunk scenes that will stay with you.

Unfortunately, Jan Jirkovský, the lead designer and main force behind the game, passed away in late 2015, so another similar experience won't be coming soon, if ever. That makes it all the more important for you to try out this hidden little gem.