Anonymous Hacker Simulator

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Anonymous Hacker Simulator is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Sicarius and was released on April 3, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Anonymous Hacker Simulator" is a narrative-driven game that offers a captivating digital world to explore. Use streamlined, realistic hacking tools such as Nmap, Harvester, and Burp to uncover a conspiracy and expose a secret organization's intentions. Manipulate targets and troll online pages in this immersive hacking simulation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 346 reviews

story16 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game provides a fun and engaging experience for both beginners and experienced players, with a good sense of immersion in the hacking world.
It uses real-world hacking tools and techniques, making it a decent introduction to cybersecurity concepts.
The humor and storyline are enjoyable, with multiple endings that encourage replayability.

The gameplay can be repetitive and lacks depth, often requiring players to follow instructions without much room for exploration or problem-solving.
There are significant issues with the terminal functionality, including missing commands and poor user interface design, which can frustrate players.
The game feels unpolished and incomplete, with numerous bugs and unclear instructions that detract from the overall experience.

story
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and reminiscent of classic hacking games, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many missions feel similar, often requiring players to follow instructions without a compelling narrative, leading to frustration. Overall, while there are moments of intrigue, the storytelling is often seen as weak and poorly executed, with abrupt endings and a lack of meaningful progression.
- “The storyline is fine, kind of a typical 'hacker uncovering a government-corporation conspiracy' story, but is still interesting.”
- “Step into the shoes of a skilled anonymous hacker and embark on a mission to unveil the truth hidden behind a sinister organization's plans to monitor civilian data and enforce mass surveillance.”
- “Played on the hard difficulty, no hand-holding; this game needs some knowledge to play. The story is interesting and very engaging; I enjoyed it and would recommend.”
- “The missions are not exciting and just not very fun.”
- “The fact that the tutorial mission has an official YouTube tutorial shows just how half-assed this game is.”
- “Story is fine so long as you don't think about it too much; otherwise, a lot of it falls apart.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as a mixed experience, with some players finding it engaging and reminiscent of classic hacking games like "Uplink," while others criticize it for being boring, clunky, and overly handholdy. The storyline is generally praised for its compelling nature, which enhances immersion, but the mechanics can feel repetitive and lack depth unless players opt for more challenging modes. Overall, it offers a unique experience, but opinions on its execution vary significantly.
- “Quite an unusual gameplay experience.”
- “Nice story and fun gameplay; it reminds me a bit of the old 'Uplink', so if you're into that type of hacking game, then this is a nice addition to the collection.”
- “The sense of immersion is heightened by the smooth gameplay mechanics and the thrill of outsmarting security systems.”
- “The core gameplay itself is fine, but very handholdy unless you pick the harder options.”
- “However, the gameplay is soooo boring.”
- “While it captures the atmosphere decently, the gameplay mechanics are clunky and repetitive.”
graphics
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The graphics in the game have been described as subpar, but this is largely considered irrelevant due to the gameplay's focus on in-game computer interactions rather than the visual environment. Players emphasize that the core experience revolves around strategy and problem-solving, making the graphics a secondary concern.
- “The graphics are the greatest, but that doesn't really matter since most of the action happens on the in-game computer screen and not out in the world.”
- “Graphics were bad, but it doesn't matter in a game like this.”
- “Second being the visuals.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Players enjoy the variety of tracks, noting that while most songs are great, some are particularly exceptional. There is a strong desire among fans for the option to purchase the soundtrack separately.
- “Most of the songs are great, but some are just absolute bangers.”
- “If they make the soundtrack an optional purchase for a few bucks, I'd buy it.”
- “The best part so far though, for me, has been the soundtrack.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its hilarity, with players finding the developers' comedic touches particularly effective. Many appreciate the ironic recommendation from "cyber security specialists" regarding the game's "realism," while the robotic nature of the humor adds to its charm. Overall, the humor is seen as a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The humor the devs put into the game is hilarious.”
- “I find it hilarious that there are 'cyber security specialists' recommending this game for its 'realism'.”
- “It's also funny as hell.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The "anonymous hacker simulator" is praised for its highly immersive atmosphere, effectively making players feel like genuine digital hackers, with many reviewers rating the immersion a perfect 10/10. However, some critiques note that while the atmosphere is strong, the gameplay mechanics can be clunky and repetitive, slightly detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game is super atmospheric, the immersion is 10/10.”
- “"Anonymous Hacker Simulator" excels in creating an immersive atmosphere that makes you feel like a true digital hacker.”
- “"Anonymous Hacker Simulator" excels in creating an immersive atmosphere that makes you feel like a true digital hacker.”
- “While it captures the atmosphere decently, the gameplay mechanics are clunky and repetitive.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like one would need a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”