Hacker.exe
- September 14, 2018
- LinkUp Games
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Get on itch.io Store"Hacker.exe" is a Survival Horror/Strategy/Simulation game where you play as a hacker, solving puzzles and using tower defense strategies to avoid getting caught by the NCD, an organization dedicated to protecting its interests. The game features a unique mystery and horror elements, with quick time events and a focus on exploration and hacking. The developer has improved the tutorial for better fluidity and understanding, and optimized the graphics to fit your screen resolution.
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Reviews
- The game has a cool concept and an interesting storyline that appeals to fans of hacking games.
- The developer is responsive to player feedback and is open to making improvements and fixing bugs.
- Some players find the hacking mini-games engaging and reminiscent of tower defense and rhythm games.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with clicking, controls, and progress not being saved properly.
- The controls are unintuitive and inconsistent, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- Many players report that the game feels unpolished and lacks proper tutorials, making it difficult to understand how to progress.
- story13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story concept is intriguing, but execution suffers from poor design and frustrating controls, leading to players getting stuck on missions due to unclear objectives. While some users appreciate the storyline and the developer's responsiveness, many express dissatisfaction with the lack of polish and the need for additional content to enhance the experience. Overall, the narrative has potential but is hindered by significant gameplay issues.
“And if the story is made longer, and more content is added, it'd be perfect.”
“I really like this game; it is one of the better hacking games on Steam at the moment. The storyline is really good, and I will be trying to complete the game soon. On another plus side, the developer is really nice and very responsive to any changes you might suggest and to fix any bugs you might find.”
“This was fine, and a neat enough story beat, but it meant a game over for me.”
“The idea is cool, but the game was poorly made with weird controls and almost no explanations. You can get stuck on a single mission because they expect you to do something that you didn't know was possible.”
“The first three missions were more than enough to 'break me', as it is horribly unpolished.”
“The third mission is where the pieces fell apart even more than the first two missions; the game just wouldn't let me pass.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, citing frequent glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay and make it difficult to progress.
“It always glitches.”
“I won't hacknet easily, but this is too buggy to win.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that there are discrepancies between the on-screen "hot spots" and the corresponding graphics, such as keyword text and buttons, leading to a frustrating user experience.
“Unfortunately, the 'hot spots' on the screen do not match the graphics below, such as keyword text, buttons, etc.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, enhancing the overall experience, though some users have noted minor issues with the interface responsiveness when selecting options.
“I loved the music and the interface; it created an immersive experience that enhanced my gameplay.”
“The soundtrack is fantastic and really sets the mood for each level, making every moment feel epic.”
“The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, making it a joy to play.”
