MINDHACK

About

"MINDHACK is a single-player text adventure game with an intriguing story. As the 'Doctor', a hacker with the power to rewrite minds, you must eliminate 'BUGs' within individuals to turn evildoers into saints. Explore a fantasy-inspired world with unique characters, from a sea urchin gang leader to a monster from outer space, as you reform them into benign citizens."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews

story24 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating story with well-developed characters and a unique premise that keeps players engaged and eager for more.
The art style and soundtrack are exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the game's atmosphere.
The game successfully blends humor with darker themes, prompting players to reflect on moral dilemmas and the nature of identity.

Currently, the game has limited content, with only a few chapters available, which may leave players wanting more.
Some players feel that the choices presented in the game lack meaningful consequences, leading to a more linear experience.
The game is still in early access, which may deter some players who prefer fully completed titles.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its intriguing plot, well-developed characters, and the skillful setup of narrative threads, creating a compelling visual novel experience. While some players express a desire for deeper backstory and more content, the overall reception highlights the story's potential for mystery and moral exploration, with hopes for branching paths and varied endings in future updates. The combination of strong writing and artistic presentation suggests that it could become a standout indie title if fully realized.
- “If you want to follow along with a fantastic story, this game is absolutely worth trying.”
- “There's a lot of mystery surrounding the story and I can't wait to see where this ultimately leads.”
- “Every character is different and the pacing's perfect with drip feeding backstory and enough mystery to get you wanting more.”
- “The plot halted at where it was starting to become interesting and potentially heavy, and I thought, no way she left without getting to know the rest.”
- “I love this game, although I hope the following updates give more depth to the story since it's sort of lacking in that aspect right now.”
- “I feel this will be a very talked about game for theories and such since there really isn't a lot of backstory as of right now.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the soundtrack as "amazing" and integral to the overall experience. The combination of captivating soundtracks and beautiful visuals enhances the game's atmosphere, contributing to deep character engagement and immersive worldbuilding. Overall, the music is highlighted as a standout feature that elevates the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack is amazing; the characters have depth to them even if you're meeting them briefly.”
- “Big props go to the music as well; the soundtrack is amazing.”
- “Already, this is something I can feel myself having fallen in love with: the worldbuilding, the art direction, the soundtrack, and the gameplay itself.”
- “It only has three chapters so far, but captivating nonetheless with its transitions from dull to colorful visuals paired with the soundtracks.”
- “But the soundtrack and animation (both hand-drawn and visual effects) are on point too.”
- “Already, this is something I can feel myself having fallen in love with; the worldbuilding, the art direction, the soundtrack, the gameplay itself.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily focused on a visual novel format, featuring scripted dialogue and light puzzles, with a typing minigame adding some interactivity. While currently limited, there is significant potential for deeper choices and branching consequences as the narrative progresses. The overall experience is enhanced by high-quality visuals and audio, making it appealing for fans of cute characters and engaging storytelling.
- “The visuals and audio are top-notch; the story is intriguing; the gameplay feels more like a kinetic novel with some light puzzles so far, because you have to do what the plot demands, but that's okay, it suits the game.”
- “Already, this is something I can feel myself having fallen in love with; the worldbuilding, the art direction, the soundtrack, the gameplay itself.”
- “Although as of writing this, there isn't much to gameplay aside from what you would expect from any other visual novel; save for the inclusion of a typing minigame... however, I'm sure that in the later chapters your choices will matter far more than you could imagine.”
- “Outside of clicking through to the next line of scripted dialogue, the rest of the gameplay is typing a series of phrases one after another.”
- “There is much potential in the narrative and the mechanics to become highly interactive (in the form of choices leading to branching consequences).”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning art style and captivating visuals, which transition from dull to vibrant colors, enhancing the overall atmosphere. Coupled with top-notch audio, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's engaging storytelling and character design, making it a visual treat for players.
- “Amazing game with a beautiful art style!!!”
- “It only has three chapters so far, but captivating nonetheless with its transitions from dull to colorful visuals paired with the soundtracks.”
- “(I love this game a lot and the art style is eye candy)”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game excels in character development, offering vivid designs and the opportunity to delve into each character's background through detailed files and notes. Players appreciate the intricate animations and art direction, which enhance the storytelling experience. Overall, it is highly recommended for those who value engaging narratives and character exploration.
- “I wouldn't blame anyone for necessarily waiting until the full version is released to play the game, but if you do have the patience for the occasional exciting update, I'd recommend this game highly to anyone with an appreciation for character development and enthralling narratives.”
- “Very vivid character design and allows the player to explore deeper into each character's backgrounds through files and notes (which is super cool!).”
- “Most noteworthy in this game is the art direction, with memorable character designs and rather intricate animations (mostly of the main character's hand movements).”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its pleasantness, enhanced by an engaging art style and a decent original soundtrack. Players find the characters to be endearing and fun, contributing to an overall wondrous experience.
- “The atmosphere is pleasant, the OST is not bad, and the characters are very endearing.”
- “Such fun characters, amazing art style, and atmosphere. The world is so wondrous.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its blend of cute characters, sinister undertones, and touching comedy, creating a unique experience that balances lightheartedness with deeper psychological themes. Players appreciate the emotional depth and the engaging narrative, making it a highly recommended title for those who enjoy visual novels with a mix of fun and introspection.
- “If you like cute characters, fun visual novels with a balance between sinister undertones and touching comedy, along with some experimental gameplay mechanics, and the concept of psychological analysis of other living things, I'd put this high on your 'must play' list.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized as silly and enjoyable, providing a lighthearted and entertaining experience for players.
- “The humor is silly and enjoyable.”
- “The humor is silly and enjoyable.”