Hacknet

 PC
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. DarkStation
    Sep 24, 2015
    100
    Simple and complex, HackNet is a thrilling and eye opening look into the world that keeps making headlines in the news. Kudos to Team Fractal Alligator for making something so complex feel accessible to everyone.
  2. Digital Chumps
    Aug 19, 2015
    88
    The premise of Hacknet and my preexisting interest in the idea of a UNIX-based hacking sim had me going into this excited and hopeful. The quality gameplay and sense of reward from figuring things out kept me playing hours on end, and excited to tell others how cool of a game this was.
  3. 4P.de
    Aug 21, 2015
    81
    Hacknet lacks the depth and freedom of the close relative TIS-100. But it gives you a sense of what goes on in the real hacking world – an interesting experience.
  5. Digitally Downloaded
    Aug 19, 2015
    80
    Hacknet is a beautiful example of compelling non-linear storytelling. While it is still a game about hacking, it is far more about solving the mystery around Bit's death using the tools he (she?) has given you. Combining an enthralling story with a truly impressive learning curve and a stellar soundtrack, Hacknet is definitely something special.
  6. LevelUp
    Aug 14, 2015
    80
    The best hacking simulation videogame to date, Hacknet leaves us wanting more of its honest and detailed portrayal of the hacking underworld. Without a doubt, is the greatest (legal) hacking experience available.
  7. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 7, 2015
    75
    Probably the closest you'll ever get to be a hacker. A truly unique and fun game.

Awards & Rankings

40
#40 Best PC Game of 2015
95
#95 Most Shared PC Game of 2015

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 76 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 76
  3. Negative: 5 out of 76
  1. Ironplate
    Mar 5, 2018
    8
    Right off the bat, this game immerse you in a hacker life experience.

    I have an old graphic card and couldn't play the game at first. I had    Right off the bat, this game immerse you in a hacker life experience.

    I have an old graphic card and couldn't play the game at first. I had to enter in demo mode on Steam and install a specific version of the game compatible with my card.

    Now that's hardcore experience right there. Luckily, I'm something of a scientist myself and managed to pass that first trial to introduce myself into the Hacknet world.

    Recommended.    … Full Review »
  2. ChrissyBoy6661
    Oct 22, 2017
    10
    A very enjoyable experience, with a (very) engaging story, engaging visuals, can get very fast paced in certain parts of the game, there areA very enjoyable experience, with a (very) engaging story, engaging visuals, can get very fast paced in certain parts of the game, there are jokes littered in a few places, & I'm very glad I didn't spoil it for myself or use a walkthrough, the payoff is very worth it, there's a lot of things that are very well done, beautiful game. Earlier today I played it more than six & a half hours straight, & entirely forgot I was playing it.

    A few minor points are that the music, while very good, gets extremely repetitive, & using the mouse every now & again to connect to a new machine is a little bit of a hassle. There are also some other issues in which the game may become uncompletable if you do certain missions out of order, that was only an issue once for me, but be aware of it.    … Full Review »
  3. reaper66689
    May 26, 2017
    10
    game-play is good music is really good i am loving playing it hats off to the dev i brought it in a stream sale and i watched the trailergame-play is good music is really good i am loving playing it hats off to the dev i brought it in a stream sale and i watched the trailer first and was very impressed hours of fun breaking in to systems… Full Review »
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