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"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.

Hacker Simulator screenshot
Hacker Simulator screenshot
Hacker Simulator screenshot
Hacker Simulator screenshot
Hacker Simulator screenshot

74%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,356 reviews
story22 positive mentions
grinding96 negative mentions

  • The game provides a fun and engaging experience for those interested in hacking, with a good mix of realistic tools and simplified gameplay.
  • The developer is active in the community, frequently updating the game and responding to player feedback.
  • The game offers a unique atmosphere and a sense of progression as players unlock new tools and techniques.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with many tasks feeling similar and lacking variety.
  • There are significant bugs and issues, such as problems with the user interface and command line functionality, which detract from the overall experience.
  • The game lacks depth in its mechanics, with limited commands and no real scripting capabilities, making it feel oversimplified for more experienced players.
  • story
    184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 find the initial missions enjoyable, the overall experience quickly becomes monotonous, leading to frustration over the absence of meaningful progression or a satisfying conclusion. Players express a desire for more varied missions and a stronger storyline to enhance the hacking 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.”
    • “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.”
    • “Three hours in and no real story.”
  • gameplay
    128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has been described as repetitive and clunky, with many players noting that it becomes tedious after a short period. While some mechanics, like phishing and decryption, are seen as interesting, they often lack depth and variety, leading to a monotonous experience. Overall, the game offers a realistic hacking simulation but suffers from poorly designed mechanics and a lack of engaging content, making it less enjoyable for extended play.

    • “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.”
    • “Boring and repetitive gameplay.”
    • “The whole gameplay is janky and not fun at all.”
  • grinding
    108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players finding it excessively repetitive and tedious, often detracting from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the fun elements of the hacking simulation, the overwhelming majority agree that the grind for upgrades and tasks can feel monotonous and slow, leading to burnout for some players. Overall, the game may appeal to those who enjoy grinding, but it may not be suitable for everyone due to its tedious nature.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “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.”
    • “Due to the incredibly grindy nature of this game, most players probably won't see the endgame stuff.”
  • music
    66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many players enjoying the pulsating electronic beats that enhance the hacking experience and create a fun atmosphere. However, some users have noted limitations in the audio settings, such as the inability to adjust music volume independently or turn it off entirely, which can lead to annoyance over time. Overall, while the soundtrack is praised for its vibe and suitability for the game's theme, it may not appeal to everyone, and the lack of sound effects further emphasizes the music.

    • “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 (game does not let you turn off the music and just leave the rest of the sounds)”
    • “☑ bad there is only music and nothing else.”
  • graphics
    64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally considered decent, fitting the overall theme, but many players express a desire for improved graphical settings and options, such as resolution adjustments and VSync. While the visuals contribute to an engaging experience, some users find the graphics menu lacking and note that certain elements could benefit from enhancements. Overall, the graphics do not detract significantly from the gameplay, but there is room for improvement.

    • “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 is 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.”
  • stability
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting bugs that hinder gameplay and progression, including freezing issues and glitches. While some players appreciate the game's concept and performance, the overall consensus is that the game is too buggy and lacks necessary updates, making it difficult to recommend in its current state.

    • “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 or saved, 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.”
  • humor
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 users mention that certain app names and text file discoveries can be amusing, 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. Then it's easy! I got this game because I got stitches on my left index and could not play my regular games, but this one is 99% typing and I can do that without my left finger, so it's perfect. Also, what you find in the text files of computers can be funny.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 the game requires further optimization and cleanup to fully utilize high-performance hardware.

    • “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.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 can feel rough, slightly detracting from the overall atmosphere.

    • “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.”
    • “If you enjoy digital espionage with a dash of cyberpunk atmosphere, this game is a worthwhile dive.”
    • “I like the direction of the game, but the interface and atmosphere are rough.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 a unique challenge with less replayability, or less realism and more Hollywood hacking.”

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5h Median play time
10h Average play time
3-10h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 12 analyzed playthroughs

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