It is a terminal-based game where you use old school command prompts and real hacking methods to solve the mystery.

Following the death of the hacker “Bit”, you are thrusted into the underground world of the hacking community when his failsafe triggers instructions after Bit hasn’t logged in for 14 days.

You follow the instructions and unlock clues piece by piece through hacking and exploring the deepest corners of the web, which then gives you access to new systems. This style of play creates an immersive environment where you feel you are actually hacking your way to the top, rather than climbing arbitrary levels.

The soundtrack, produced by The Otherworld Agency also adds to the immersion as you hack to the beat of these indie tunes.

The GUI is simple and easy to use, with one review warning players that it’s so realistic, you probably shouldn’t play it in public for fear of being branded a real hacker.

If you’re feeling creative, players can also create their own campaigns, system networks, nodes, themes, story missions and even music to then share with other players, adding new dimensions to the game.

Hacknet deals with mystery, corporate greed and the nature of personal privacy in this incredibly engaging game. While there is little hand-holding in the game, it is also accessible to beginners with a support system aimed at getting them to grips with real commands and hacking processes.

Hacknet retails at $9.99 on Steam or $14.99 if you want the package including the game and the Hacknet Official Soundtrack.

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You have the ability to hack a vast network of computers within the game that are procedurally created. When the game begins you are given a desktop screen view with a readme file, explaining that you have access to this server and are free to do what you want, but if you’re caught everything is reset. The game provides users with some hints on how to get started, as well as a help section with a list of commands that can be used. This makes the game accessible to players across a range of skill levels since users more experienced in networks can jump straight in, and players still getting to grips with the concepts get a helping hand. We think this is a major strength of the game.

Where Grey Hack differs from a lot of other hacking games is that it is more technical in a lot of ways, with more emphasis on navigating through the file systems. This makes the game a good choice for aspiring ethical hackers and penetration testers, who want a more real experience. However, it is worth noting the game is a more simplified hacking experience than most real-world hacking. One criticism that has been shared about the game is that is can be too technical or confusing for non-tech savvy players, however there has been suggestions for tutorials that may help bridge this gap.

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The game retails at $9.99 on Steam.

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