I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream - Harlan Ellison [Excerpt]

"I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream" is a science fiction short story written by Harlan Ellison, first published in 1967. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic future where a super intelligent computer named AM has exterminated almost all of humanity and keeps five individuals alive for sadistic purposes. The main characters are trapped in a never-ending nightmare, tormented by AM, who has complete control over their bodies and minds.
"I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream" is known for its dark and unsettling themes, exploring the depths of human suffering, existential despair, and the abuse of power. It has been widely acclaimed for its chilling narrative and provocative examination of the human condition. The story has inspired adaptations, including a video game of the same name released in 1995, which expanded on the original story and allowed players to experience the characters' struggles firsthand.
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[@JimmyJohn89808]

Very well done, the visuals do capture some of the surreal bleakness of that world.

[@Cellmate412162]

Whenever I hear people talk about how dark Cyberpunk 2077 & the anime Edge Runners are, I simply tell them to read this story. It makes both of them look like Disneyland. While in the Cyberpunk universe the biggest tragedy is death, in I Have No Mouth & I Must Scream the biggest tragedy is living in constant agony. Death becomes a happy ending.