Cyberpunk 2077 mod tapepunk brings nostalgic vhs aesthetic

A new mod for Cyberpunk 2077 is giving players a blast of nostalgia by emulating a VHS aesthetic in the game.

Tapepunk filters cyberpunk 1977 through gritty analog lens

Called TapePunk, the mod, created by Tulired, applies a gritty, analog-inspired look to the game, avoiding over-the-top visual effects. The developer spent months studying real-world VHS and camcorder technology to get the aesthetic just right.

According to Tulired, the goal is to create an idealized version of the Cyberpunk 1977 world that feels nostalgic, rather than a 100% technical recreation. The mod seems to be hitting the right nostalgic notes, with fans praising how it makes the game look more realistic.

Despite the game's age and CD Projekt's focus on other projects, the mod scene is keeping Cyberpunk 2077 alive. With over 2,000 downloads so far, TapePunk is proving popular, offering a unique way to experience the game's dystopian world.