Underplayed Gems

The Lonely Hacker (2024)

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Developer
The Lonely Developer
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.9 of 5, 48 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, methodical simulation of cyber intrusion where you learn real hacking techniques through careful planning and execution.

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What players say

Players coming from the mobile version praise the PC port as faithful, though some say the interface still feels designed for phones. Many appreciate the casual, educational approach to hacking, but reviews split on whether the desktop theme should be more realistic or stay simple.

Screenshots

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