Android: Netrunner – What Lies Ahead

Android: Netrunner – What Lies Ahead is the first expansion of the "Genesis" cycle, delivering 60 cards – three copies of each of twenty new designs. Every one of the seven core factions receives thematic reinforcement: corporations gain a fresh agenda and a piece of ice that fits their playstyle, while runners get new icebreakers and support cards that broaden their infiltration tactics. The headline addition is the new Anarchist identity, Whizzard, which opens a strategy path centered on trashing the opponent's accessed cards, adding a fresh layer of depth to the runner side. Haas‑Bioroid also gets a new identity card, expanding options for corporate players. Core mechanics stay the same – hand management, action points, secret unit deployment, and variable player powers – but the expansion adds more bluffing cards and room for customized decks. While essential for fans of the base game looking to diversify agendas and ice, the new identity reshapes how Anarchists play. With a playtime of roughly 45 minutes and a moderate complexity rating (3.4/5), the set preserves Netrunner’s tense, cerebral rhythm, though a full translation of the cards is advisable since the original text is English. In short, What Lies Ahead widens strategic possibilities, reinforces the cyber‑punk theme, and equips both sides with fresh tools, making each duel even more unpredictable and fun.