The cyberpunk action game Spine, first revealed in 2021, is scheduled to launch in the summer of 2027. Developed by Nekki, the title puts players in the role of Redline, a graffiti artist who wields a sentient cybernetic implant named Spine as she fights against an AI regime. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a previously announced Switch 2 version currently lacking a release window.
Spine's gameplay centers on a free-flow, close-quarters combat system that emphasizes countering enemy attacks and utilizing environmental interactions to manage groups of opponents. Players can execute flashy martial arts combos and employ various firearms, blending melee and gunplay in a style reminiscent of John Wick. The narrative follows Redline's rebellion against the city's AI rulers after her brother is captured.
The game has been on the radar of observers since its initial showing, with anticipation growing after a playable demo at Summer Game Fest 2025. The upcoming release follows a period of development that began in 2021.