Hacker Simulator
- October 20, 2021
- Save All Studio
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Hacker Simulator" is a challenging simulation game where you step into the shoes of a hacker. Gain access to restricted systems, steal data, and complete various missions while avoiding detection. With a variety of tools and abilities at your disposal, how you choose to approach each task is up to you.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience for those interested in hacking, with a mix of real-world tools and simplified mechanics.
- The developer is actively updating the game and responding to community feedback, showing commitment to improvement.
- The game provides a good introduction to basic hacking concepts and command-line usage, making it accessible for beginners.
- The gameplay becomes repetitive and grindy quickly, with many tasks feeling similar and lacking variety.
- There are significant bugs and issues, such as problems with the user interface and command execution, which can hinder progress.
- The lack of basic terminal commands like 'cd' and tab completion makes the command-line experience frustrating for users familiar with real hacking.
- story182 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it feels repetitive and lacks a coherent narrative. While some users appreciate the initial fun and potential for progression, they express disappointment over the abrupt ending of main tasks and the absence of meaningful storylines. Overall, the consensus suggests that the game could benefit from more varied missions and a stronger narrative framework to enhance the player experience.
“The game's storyline is both engaging and thought-provoking, weaving a web of intrigue and secrecy that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
“With its realistic hacking mechanics, captivating storyline, and immersive atmosphere, the game offers an exciting experience for fans of the hacking genre.”
“Stick it out as the story gets better the further you get into the game.”
“At first it's cool but I hoped that it would be more interesting and that there would be some sort of story, but it's sadly not.”
“If there's an overarching story to this game, I've yet to find it.”
“The storyline/main tasks abruptly end after the last difficult task, and there is a need for more tasks and mechanics, or a conclusion to the story.”
- gameplay124 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been described as repetitive and clunky, with many mechanics feeling simplistic and poorly implemented, leading to a lack of variety and engagement over time. While some players appreciate the realistic hacking elements and immersive atmosphere, others find the reliance on certain mechanics, like phishing, tedious and the overall experience lacking in depth. Recommendations include trying a demo or watching gameplay before purchasing, as the game may not meet expectations for all players.
“With its realistic hacking mechanics, captivating storyline, and immersive atmosphere, the game offers an exciting experience for fans of the hacking genre.”
“The game's intricate hacking mechanics, realistic command-line interface, and challenging missions provide a sense of authenticity and immersion.”
“Whether you're a fan of hacking simulations or enjoy immersive and strategic gameplay, this hacker simulator is a must-play title that will test your hacking skills and provide hours of thrilling and immersive gameplay.”
“The game was not user-friendly and the gameplay felt clunky.”
“In my opinion, the game was not fully completed by its creators - this is evidenced by among other things, the poorly designed mechanics, numerous errors and monotonous tasks.”
“The whole gameplay is janky and not fun at all.”
- grinding96 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received significant criticism, with many players finding it excessively repetitive and tedious, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the fun elements of hacking, the overwhelming focus on grinding for upgrades and completing monotonous tasks has led to feelings of burnout and frustration. Overall, the game may appeal to those who enjoy grinding, but it risks alienating players seeking a more engaging experience.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A bit grindy sometimes.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Sadly, it does this in the most repetitive, tedious, and slow way possible, showing a poor understanding of what makes a game fun.”
“Grinding for grinding's sake isn't fun; I burnt out after three hours.”
“If it cut down on the grinding, it would probably be a lot more interesting as a typical quick-to-play-through sim game, but the tediousness quickly overcomes the interesting parts.”
- music62 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its pulsating electronic beats that enhance the hacking experience and create an engaging atmosphere. However, some players find the limited options for adjusting sound settings frustrating, and a few describe the music as repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally well-received, it may not appeal to everyone, and the lack of sound effects can make the experience feel one-dimensional.
“The soundtrack further enhances the experience, with pulsating electronic beats that perfectly complement the high-stakes nature of your missions.”
“I dig the music; synthwave always makes for the right mood.”
“Soundtrack by Karl Casey alone is worth the purchase.”
“No sounds for almost anything but the music, which isn't good and sounds like an 11-year-old's playlist.”
“Annoying after a point (the game does not let you turn off the music and just leave the rest of the sounds).”
“Bad that there is only music and nothing else.”
- graphics60 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as decent and fitting for the gameplay, with a realistic design that enhances the hacking experience. However, many users express frustration over the limited graphical settings menu, which lacks options for customization such as resolution adjustments and Vsync. Overall, while the graphics contribute positively to the game, there is a strong demand for improved settings and features to enhance user experience.
“The game is realistic in terms of using Linux (maybe not in every way), graphics fit the game, gameplay fun until it gets repetitive.”
“9 out of 10 - graphics”
“The design is very good, it is kind of realistic, graphics are nice.”
“The settings menu is very bare bones (graphics/sound); you can only change resolutions, in-game music, and menu music levels.”
“No FOV change or graphic settings at all.”
“I still find it very dumb how quickly the graphics cards die.”
- stability22 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and glitches that hinder progression and overall enjoyment. Many users report problems such as freezing, display adjustment failures, and a lack of updates from the developer, leading to a frustrating experience. While some appreciate the game's potential, the current state is deemed too unstable for a recommendation.
“Runs great, feels smooth, good job by a single dev!”
“Runs great, feels smooth, good job by a single dev!”
“Game will not let me adjust to my 3840x1080 display; it zooms too far in, so nothing can be changed, and the game freezes and closes automatically.”
“The game is cool and fun... it's just buggy, and the bugs stop progression.”
“It's a bit buggy right now.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized for being absent, with players noting that it lacks the engaging satire found in other titles, leaving a bleak experience focused on monotonous tasks. While some find amusement in the names of apps and certain text file contents, the overall tone is described as depressing and devoid of the intrigue typically associated with hacking.
“Names of apps are funny.”
“Lots of fun! Sometimes the code can seem difficult to understand, but once you type it out and try it, you get it pretty quick. What you find in the text files of computers can be funny.”
“If you liked this review, tag it helpful, funny, or leave a comment!”
- optimization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's optimization is lacking, with limited options for performance adjustments beyond resolution settings. While some have noted improvements leading to smoother gameplay, many feel that significant cleanup and optimization are still needed for a better experience, especially on high-performance PCs.
“Now it seems to run smoothly and I'm having fun.”
“I have a high-performance PC that can run any game; it's just not worth the headache.”
“Being able to change only the resolution doesn't do much in terms of getting more performance.”
“It needs some cleanup and optimization.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a captivating cyberpunk aesthetic, featuring neon-lit cityscapes and intricate network designs that enhance the immersive experience of digital espionage. While many players appreciate the engaging storyline and realistic hacking mechanics, some note that the interface and overall atmosphere can feel rough at times. Overall, it provides an exciting environment for fans of the hacking genre.
“If you enjoy digital espionage with a dash of cyberpunk atmosphere, this game is a worthwhile dive.”
“The neon-lit cityscapes, intricately designed network diagrams, and mesmerizing hacking sequences create an atmosphere that is both captivating and immersive.”
“With its realistic hacking mechanics, captivating storyline, and immersive atmosphere, the game offers an exciting experience for fans of the hacking genre.”
“I like the direction of the game, but the interface and atmosphere are rough.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game features a branching narrative that significantly enhances its replayability, as every decision impacts the outcome. Players find it infinitely replayable, making it a strong choice for those seeking varied experiences, especially compared to other titles like Nite Team 4 or Hacknet, which offer different levels of realism and challenge.
“The branching narrative ensures that every decision matters, adding a layer of replayability to the game.”
“🔲 infinitely replayable”
“Otherwise, Nite Team 4 or Hacknet would be better starting points depending on whether you want realism and unique challenge with less replayability, or less realism and more Hollywood hacking.”
“Otherwise, Nite Team 4 or Hacknet would be better starting points depending on whether you want realism and a unique challenge with less replayability, or less realism and more Hollywood hacking.”
