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Debugger 3.16: Hack'n'Run (2018)

Debugger 3.16: Hack'n'Run cover
Developer
Spiderwork Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced puzzle-platformer where you hack the environment and enemies using code, with a quirky, retro feel.

puzzle actionprogrammingfast-pacedquirkyhackingmanipulativeretrochallenging

What players say

Players praise the creative concept of using real programming code to solve puzzles, but many criticize the awkward keyboard-only controls and floaty platforming. Reviews split on enjoyment, some find it a fun way to learn coding, while others say the platforming and bugs ruin the experience.

Screenshots

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