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Hacknet

2015 Team Fractal Alligator
Hacknet
2015 Team Fractal Alligator
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About Hacknet

Hacknet is an indie and puzzle game developed by Team Fractal Alligator and published by Fellow Traveller, released on 12 August 2015.

Of the RAWG players who own Hacknet, 3% have finished it and 4% dropped it.

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.

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Bit, a hacker responsible for creating the most invasive security system on the planet, is dead. When he fails to reconnect to his system for 14 days, his failsafe kicks in, sending instructions in automated emails to a lone user. As that user, it’s up to you to unravel the mystery and ensure that Hacknet-OS doesn't fall into the wrong hands.
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Is it worth it?

Normal price

At €1.17 on Gamivo, Hacknet is close to its lowest price of the last 90 days (€1.16).

That is about €0.15 per hour for a main story of about 8h.

€9.75 €1.16
Oct 2026
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Prices in EUR, tracked by Tier since October 10, 2026.

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How long does it take to beat Hacknet?

Main story: 8h.

What platforms is Hacknet available on?

Hacknet is available on PC, Mac, Linux.

When was Hacknet released?

Hacknet was released on 12 August 2015, developed by Team Fractal Alligator.

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