hack_me
- January 5, 2017
- Eugene Radaev
- 57h median play time
Get on Steam"hack\_me is a single-player simulation game that allows you to hack into servers of big companies using real hacking methods such as cmd, bruteforce, and SQL-injectors. With references to Mr. Robot and other films, the game provides a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience that takes about 57 hours to complete. The game features pleasant music, graphics, and a partner named Elena to create an enjoyable atmosphere."
Reviews
- The game has an interesting concept and can provide a brief sense of joy for some players.
- Some players found it mildly entertaining and appreciated the attempt at a hacking simulation.
- The game is inexpensive, making it a low-risk purchase for those curious about the genre.
- The game is poorly executed with a lot of bugs, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
- The interface is clunky, with limitations such as not being able to move windows or copy/paste text.
- Many players found the gameplay boring and repetitive, lacking real hacking mechanics or engaging content.
- story57 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story in the game has been widely criticized for being simplistic, poorly executed, and lacking coherence, with many players finding it uninteresting and filled with bugs. Reviewers noted that the narrative often fails to connect logically with gameplay, leading to frustration and confusion. While some appreciated the potential for a more engaging plot, the overall consensus is that the storytelling is weak and detracts from the gaming experience.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Nice game, cool content and fun story by the way.”
“The plot and pacing are good.”
“It's a very simple story with no interesting twists delivered in the most boring way possible by text appearing on screen.”
“The story is non-existent and very often there is no logical connection between the things you actually have to do.”
“The story was very simple, and often didn't make any sense.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many users describing it as simplistic and repetitive, primarily revolving around a to-do list and a few basic mechanics. Players noted that the experience is often glitchy, overly guided, and disappointingly short, leading to a sense of boredom and frustration. Overall, the gameplay fails to deliver a satisfying experience, with many reviewers suggesting it is not worth the price.
“Whether you enjoy the game or not is based upon how much you bought it for and how your own personality corresponds with the content and gameplay, if that makes sense.”
“They get points for realism, but lose them all in gameplay that gets stale quick.”
“Other than that, there’s no gameplay, just a to-do list.”
“The gameplay started out hopeful, but ended up being boring and disappointing.”
“It just seemed too damn unrealistic and boring, and the 'gameplay' was outright nonexistent.”
- music18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 28 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players finding it repetitive, annoying, and excessively loud, often leading to frustration due to the lack of audio settings. While some appreciated the soundtrack initially, it quickly became tiresome, and technical issues such as overlapping tracks further detracted from the experience. Overall, the absence of customization options for music and sound effects has left players disappointed.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The music was perhaps the strongest point of the game, even if it's the same track, but well, I enjoyed it.”
“His sequel learned a lot from the first one, adding the option to copy important messages and hear a cool small soundtrack in-game.”
“The constant one-note music was so annoying that I ditched my headphones just so I didn't have to listen to it. I was pondering if going to bed while waiting for it to download would even work, as 5 hours later makes me doubt it'd even be done then.”
“The music is absolutely a dreadful choice from the developer, and I can only assume it was chosen because it was free.”
“Not to mention how the music playback is bugged if you return to the main menu and pick a different chapter or start a new game; the music might be played twice at the same time. I almost got a headache from that.”
- stability13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, significantly impacting its stability and playability. Players report issues such as unresponsive keys, game crashes, and critical bugs that prevent progression, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Many reviewers advise against spending more than a minimal amount on the game due to these persistent stability problems.
“The game is super buggy and far from self-explaining.”
“Totally buggy; the in-game keyboard is a mess, and you cannot finish the game because the Wi-Fi password in chapter 4 is always wrong.”
“Why does the game crash so often? There are so many glitches that it's impossible to play.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered subpar, with many users describing them as unpleasing and lacking detail. While some acknowledge that the visuals are not the primary focus of a hacking game, the absence of customizable graphics settings and the overall aesthetic have drawn criticism. Overall, the visuals do not enhance the gaming experience and contribute to a sense of frustration.
“The game's visuals are impressive and create an immersive experience.”
“While the graphics aren't bad, they effectively convey the virtualized environment.”
“No one is expecting fancy graphics in such a title, but the visuals serve their purpose well.”
“The game's visuals don't look pleasing to the eye; the translation to English has a lot of holes and doesn't really make sense (so much so that I can't understand what I'm supposed to be doing). I couldn't drag windows around and I couldn't finish the first chapter, so I skipped to the second, but I couldn't understand that one either.”
“Graphics are bad, awful story, bad scripted missions.”
“It is also missing any option for changing graphics settings.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as genuinely funny, providing an enjoyable experience despite not fitting neatly into the 'simulation' genre. Players appreciate the engaging story and helpful instructions, although some express curiosity about the game's conclusion and seek guidance on progressing through the final chapter.
“Funny indeed, but doesn't really fall into the 'simulation' category at all.”
“Well, I gotta say, I bought it for around 3 euros. It's funny and fine to play, though. Your top right corner instructs you all the time, nice and good story. I'm only wondering how it ends; it has around 3 chapters and after that it stops. Chapter 3, level 4—anyone who knows how to surpass it?”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report occasional frame rate drops and stuttering, particularly on lower-end hardware. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be adequate but could benefit from further improvements to enhance the experience for all players.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized as a playful and immersive environment that allows players to embody the role of an unnamed protagonist from a popular hacking TV show, creating a no-harm, imaginative experience.
“It's a neat pretend atmosphere where you can imagine you are the unnamed protagonist from a popular hacker TV show.”
“The game creates an immersive environment that draws you in and makes you feel like part of the story.”
“The atmospheric design is stunning, with every detail contributing to a sense of wonder and exploration.”
“It's a neat pretend atmosphere where you can imagine you are the 'unnamed protagonist' from a popular hacker TV show.”
“The atmosphere feels shallow and lacks any real depth, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“Despite the potential, the atmosphere is bland and fails to evoke any real emotion or connection.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the repetitive and monotonous task of typing out numerous net addresses.
“The grinding feels like a never-ending chore, with tedious tasks that drain the fun out of the game.”
“I spent hours just repeating the same actions, which made the experience feel monotonous and uninspired.”
“The constant need to grind for resources takes away from the enjoyment of the game, turning it into a tedious slog.”
