In a futuristic society where humans can transfer their consciousness into machines, a specialized police unit called Section 9 tackles crimes involving this advanced technology. Headed by Daisuke Aramaki and Motoko Kusanagi, the team navigates through a range of high-stakes cases effectively. But their skills are put to the ultimate test when a notorious hacker known as 'The Laughing Man' emerges, leading Section 9 on a perilous chase across Japan.