The Matrix is the term the worldwide computer network is called in the Shadowrun setting. It was created, after the Crash of 2029 which destroyed the old internet, as a completely Virtual Reality, icon and graphics -based network, because this was the only way the sheer amount of data traffic could be handled. The entire Matrix is composed of various Host Systems. People interact with this Matrix by using cyberterminals or cyberdecks.

OutgameEdit

The Term "Matrix" in the Shadowrun pen and paper roleplaying game isn't related in any way to the Films "The Matrix", "The Matrix Reloaded", "The Matrix Revolutions", or "The Animatrix".

WeblinksEdit

• The Matrix (in the way it is used in Shadowrun) in Sixth World Wiki (English language)
• The Matrix (in the way it is used in Shadowrun) in Shadowiki (German language)