The Sprawl (setting)

The Sprawl is a vast, urbanized area depicted in William Gibson's cyberpunk universe, mainly encompassing the urban stretches of the Greater Los Angeles area. It is a sprawling, high-tech environment characterized by dense cityscapes, towering buildings, and advanced technology, blending the physical city with digital networks. The Sprawl reflects a society heavily reliant on cybernetics, corporate power, and implanted consciousness, creating a complex backdrop where technology and human life intertwine. It serves as a gritty, futuristic setting that explores themes of corporate control, digital integration, and social disparity.