Corporate War (disambiguation)

Corporate Wars refer to a series of conflicts between corporations in the Cyberpunk universe, each with distinct timelines and participants.

Overview of Corporate Wars

The Corporate Wars are a series of conflicts that have occurred in the Cyberpunk universe, with notable wars including the First, Second, Third, and Fourth Corporate Wars. Each war involved different corporations and had significant impacts on the global economy and corporate power dynamics.

Timeline of Corporate Wars

- **First Corporate War**: Occurred between 2004 and 2006, primarily involving Euro Business Machines and Orbital Air. The conflict began over a failed buyout attempt and escalated into significant battles. - **Second Corporate War**: Took place from April 2008 to August 2010, mainly between SovOil and Petrochem, triggered by an explosion on a platform. - **Third Corporate War**: A large-scale conflict that occurred in 2016, fought almost entirely on the Net, initiated by a financial investigation. - **Fourth Corporate War**: Lasted from 2021 to 2025, involving CINO and OTEC, with significant military engagements and corporate espionage.

Cultural References

The Corporate Wars have inspired various media, including 'Corporate Wars: The Musical', which is both a movie and a shard in the game Cyberpunk 2077. Additionally, 'Water, Chrome and Blood - THE FOURTH CORPORATE WAR' is another shard related to the Fourth Corporate War.

Scholarly Perspectives

The Unification War is considered a corporate war by scholars, indicating the broader implications of corporate conflicts beyond just the immediate participants.

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