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Hacknet: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Hacknet (2015): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

By the Pop Culture Files editorial team3 min read✓ Fact-checked
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Hacknet (2015) is a puzzle, simulator, indie video game developed by Team Fractal Alligator, available on Linux, PC, Mac. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 83/100 on IGDB.

What is Hacknet about?

Hacknet is an immersive, terminal-based hacking simulator for PC. Dive down a rabbit hoIe as you follow the instructions of a recently deceased hacker, whose death may not have been the accident the media reports. Using old school command prompts and real hacking processes, you’ll solve the mystery with minimal hand-holding and a rich world full of secrets to explore.

Exploring the volatile nature of personal privacy, the prevalence of corporate greed, and the hidden powers of hackers on the internet, Hacknet delivers a true hacking simulation, while offering a support system that allows total beginners get a grasp of the real-world applications and commands found throughout the game.

Key details

Hacknet was released in 2015 and supports single player. Platforms: Linux, PC, Mac. Developer: Team Fractal Alligator.

Should you play Hacknet?

A solid 83/100 aggregate score makes Hacknet a safe pick for fans of puzzle, simulator, indie.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Hacknet?

Hacknet is a puzzle, simulator, indie game by Team Fractal Alligator, released in 2015.

What platforms is Hacknet on?

Hacknet is available on Linux, PC, Mac.

Is Hacknet good?

Hacknet has an aggregate score of 83/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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