Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator | Game Brain

About

In "Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator" , players are immersed in a futuristic world where AI integration is widespread, promising convenience but also raising ethical questions. Following the "Eternal Code" incident, the game presents a thrilling narrative around Titan Corporation's groundbreaking AI project and the ambiguous implications of such advancements. As a hacking simulator, players will face challenging dilemmas and engage in covert activities to uncover the truth behind this intriguing AI revolution.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator screenshot

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 354 reviews

story90 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a gripping and intricate storyline with unexpected twists that keep players engaged throughout.
Gameplay mechanics have significantly improved from the first game, offering a more polished user interface and unique puzzles that enhance the overall experience.
The optional 'Hidden Clues' side missions add depth to character development and the narrative, making the world feel alive and interconnected.

Some gameplay elements, such as the public opinion mini-game, can be frustratingly difficult and feel disconnected from the main investigative gameplay.
The English translation and voice acting can be inconsistent, with some awkward phrasing and overacting that detracts from immersion.
As an Early Access title, the game currently has limited content, with only three chapters available, leaving players wanting more.

story
180 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
48%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its compelling narrative, intricate plot twists, and deep character connections, making it engaging and thought-provoking. Players appreciate the optional "hidden clues" side missions that enhance the storytelling by providing additional context and depth to the characters involved. Overall, the narrative is described as gripping and immersive, effectively reflecting real-world issues while keeping players on the edge of their seats.
- “The game's gripping storyline kept me hooked from start to finish, with unexpected twists and a rich narrative.”
- “The story is the heart of Cyber Manhunt 2, and it does not disappoint.”
- “An absolutely amazing game with a fantastic storyline with multiple plot twists and hidden secrets to find.”
- “There's nothing really in the way of red herrings or alternate story paths.”
- “Overall for the chapter, the very last part after the trial was intriguing and sets up nicely for things to come - but the initial story of the chapter failed to keep me reeled in.”
- “The game mechanics make it so that it is easy to get through all deductions, as long as you collect all hints and use some reasoning; but, I understand this is not a detective game per se, as you basically follow the plot given to you.”
gameplay
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
69%
4%
The gameplay has seen significant improvements over its predecessor, featuring innovative mechanics and a more engaging user interface that enhances the experience of clue-hunting through social media and emails. While the core gameplay loop remains focused on clicking clues and solving puzzles, some players noted a repetitive nature and minor bugs that can disrupt immersion. Overall, the game offers a compelling narrative and hours of engaging gameplay, making it a strong entry in its genre, especially for an early access title.
- “The game offers hours of engaging gameplay, a gripping storyline, and a chance to explore relevant, real-world issues.”
- “Very immersive gameplay and the UI and information gathering is much better.”
- “It's a clear leap in the right direction from the first game; the art style has drastically improved, the storytelling feels way more solid, there is heaps more interactivity and unique game mechanics introduced, the UI has been polished and improved, and the look and feel of everything is just better in pretty much every way.”
- “I do think the gameplay loop could be improved a bit, as a lot of the time it boils down to clicking on clues and putting them into the same tools over and over.”
- “It doesn't deliver on detective/deduction gameplay.”
- “They don't really flow with the rest of the actual gameplay of investigation, which is the reason I bought the game.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The graphics in this sequel have received widespread acclaim for their significant improvements over the original, featuring a polished art style, enhanced visuals, and fluid animations. Players appreciate the addition of cutscenes, unique puzzles, and a more modern aesthetic that elevates the overall experience. The improvements in graphics, combined with better interactivity and storytelling, contribute to a more engaging and immersive gameplay experience.
- “It's a clear leap in the right direction from the first game; the art style has drastically improved, the storytelling feels way more solid, there is heaps more interactivity and unique game mechanics introduced, the UI has been polished and improved, and the look and feel of everything is just better in pretty much every way.”
- “Voice acting, graphics, interactions - they have significantly improved from the first game!”
- “The art style is so polished compared to the first one.”
- “It's a clear leap in the right direction from the first game, the art style has drastically improved, the storytelling feels way more solid, there is heaps more interactivity and unique game mechanics introduced, the UI has been polished and improved and the look and feel of everything is just better in pretty much every way.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
30%
10%
The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic cyberpunk style and cinematic chapter transitions, enhancing the overall experience. While the soundtrack is considered phenomenal, some users suggest adding more variation during investigation segments. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's artistic appeal and immersive storytelling.
- “The cyberpunk music slaps, and the chapter transitions are incredibly stylish and look like something out of a fast-paced movie trailer.”
- “I love the art style, the music, the ending, everything.”
- “All of it is accompanied by a phenomenal soundtrack, outstanding writing full of details, and tons of secrets to uncover, with more on the way because this is still far from complete, but yet well worth the price.”
- “The only thing I might add at this point is some variation in the background music for investigations.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating cyberpunk setting, which is beautifully crafted and visually stunning. Reviewers highlight the immersive experience that draws players into a dystopian world where every detail enhances the narrative and gameplay.
- “With its captivating narrative and cyberpunk atmosphere, the game invites us to immerse ourselves in a world where every clue counts and every case is a puzzle to be solved.”
- “The immersive cyberpunk atmosphere is truly breathtaking, making me feel like I'm part of this dystopian world.”
- “The immersive atmosphere: the cyberpunk setting is beautifully crafted, offering a visually stunning and immersive experience.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game has limited replayability, as players find few incentives to revisit it after completing the main storyline. The primary reasons for replaying are to achieve completionist goals and gather any missed data.
- “Limited replayability: once the main storyline is completed, there are few incentives to replay the game.”
- “Replayability value: for achievements and finishing up missed data collection only.”
- “Limited replayability: once the main storyline is completed, there are few incentives to replay the game.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, likening it to an episode of "Black Mirror" with its compelling narrative and immersive storytelling. The unexpected twists, particularly in chapter 3, enhance the feeling of participation and connection to the game, while the challenging puzzles contribute to a sense of accomplishment. Overall, the emotional depth and interactive elements create a memorable experience.
- “The game felt like living in an episode of Black Mirror, and gave me all the things I love about a story-driven game, while also providing engaging puzzles that made me feel like a genius.”
- “I was not expecting the surprise in chapter 3; despite being quite a simple method, it made me feel like I was actually a part of the game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of achievement hunting to be tedious, as chapter select only allows access to the beginning of a chapter, requiring them to replay entire chapters for later achievements. To mitigate this, it's advised to check the achievements list beforehand and save frequently during tasks for easier access to specific points in the game.
- “Achievement hunting is quite tedious, as chapter select only takes you to the start of a chapter. If an achievement is on the 2nd task onward, you would have to redo the entire chapter sometimes. I recommend that anyone wanting to achievement hunt look at the achievements list to see where the achievements come up in a chapter to save accordingly, or save every so often during a task so you have multiple instances of the chapter you can go back to!”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for being deep and engaging, fostering a strong personal connection between players and the characters.
- “The character development is deep and engaging, allowing me to connect with the characters on a personal level.”

Buy Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator

Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator
$12.99
See offer on Steam

10h Median play time

9h Average play time

10-12h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

Videos

83%717reviews

Cyber Manhunt

2021

Role Playing

This game contains adult content

87%8.1kreviews

Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You

2021

Casual Simulation

This game contains adult content

78%2kreviews

Orwell: Ignorance is Strength

2018

Simulation

GREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure Image

91%190reviews

GREYHAT - A Digital Detective Adventure

2020

Simulation

93%166reviews

Greyhat: A Digital Detective Adventure

2020

Casual Role Playing

86%3.9kreviews

The Operator

2024

Simulation

98%1.7kreviews

The Roottrees are Dead

2025

Action

88%3.1kreviews

The Rise of the Golden Idol

2024

Quiz

+14

91%13.4kreviews

The Talos Principle 2

2023

Action Adventure

This game contains adult content

83%624reviews

Another Lost Phone: Laura's Story

2017

Casual Simulation

Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator Tweets

Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator

Platforms

About

Buy Cyber Manhunt 2: New World - The Hacking Simulator