Underplayed Gems

Hackshot (2024)

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Developer
RD Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted, creative sandbox where you solve puzzles by shooting snooker balls to hack pop-up ads, with a funny, low-stakes atmosphere.

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What players say

Players praise the physics-based puzzles and the depth of the mod system, which lets them tweak mass, bounce, and gravity on each ball. Many say the real challenge is optimizing shots for higher scores rather than just clearing levels. The hacking theme and soundtrack are well liked, with reviewers consistently calling the audio design excellent.

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Screenshots

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