- October 22, 2014
- New Reality Games
Data Hacker: Corruption
Platforms
About
"Data Hacker: Corruption" is a narrative-driven JRPG set in a virtual realm, continuing the story from the prequel "Initiation." As the SiliCAI army and other factions battle for power, players must decide which side to support. Importing saved files from the previous game keeps decision data, team members, and inventory intact. The game features two storylines and partial voice-acting.











- The game features good writing and an engaging story that continues from the first installment, offering choices that affect gameplay.
- The music is well-composed and enhances the overall experience, with some tracks being particularly memorable.
- There are many dungeons to explore and a variety of gameplay mechanics, including a card game and hacking abilities that add depth.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and lag, which significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- The game design feels unpolished, with confusing navigation and unclear objectives that can lead to frustration.
- Despite its ambitious scope, the game often feels unfinished, with many mechanics and features not fully realized or balanced.
- story36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of the game, a sequel to "Data Hacker: Initiation," is praised for its intriguing concepts and character continuity, offering two distinct paths influenced by player choices. However, many reviewers feel that the narrative is uneven, with the real storyline lacking depth and clarity, while the virtual path is criticized for being repetitive and underdeveloped. Despite these issues, the game is noted for its engaging twists and solid music, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
“Amazing story concept and character carry over from the previous title.”
“The story continues exactly where it left off and you can import your save, keeping nearly everything, which is fun.”
“A must-see follow-up to the first part - great music and a solid story.”
“But the story simply feels dragged out.”
“Even though the game has two storylines, real and virtual, the story is almost nonexistent.”
“The real storyline only has a story in the very beginning and end while the virtual storyline only has a 'go to this place' quest repeated over and over until you reach the ending.”