This is an Earth with advanced forms of robotics allowing for amazing feats that were never possible in the past. Neurobots, created by Roborganics, are the source of this, and they have been the source of great praise by all.
Now, Roborganics has come up with a brand new neurobot model: the Neuropony, and it comes in three flavors, and society will break in four after its 'secret' is revealed much to the displeasure of its buyers and investors.
Unfortunately, Louis learns the hard way that such technology comes at a price, an often steep one, and he wants to get a 'refund' before it is too late and his mind is forever trapped within the paradigm of evolving robotics.
It's not all bad, though. He meets quite a few friendly faces in his predicament that are more than willing to help him find a solution to a problem they don't have.
There are some dark elements in this, so don't be discouraged.
(Cover art made by Void Heart. His DA page.)