Best Hacking Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated hacking games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free hacking games are available at the bottom of the page.
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High Entropy: Challenges
Use computers (via GUIs or the command line), unlock doors, crawl through vents, fight enemies head on or find other ways to neutralize or avoid them...
Streamer Life Simulator
Streamer Life Simulator is a very comprehensive streamer life simulation game. Be the most popular streamer in the world.
Scrutinized
Work to expose the numerous criminal degenerates that plague your quiet town. Use citizen-issued reports, police records, social media accounts, text conversations, and more to determine who’s an actual threat and who’s harmless, all while avoiding the killers trying to infiltrate your home.
Beneath a Steel Sky (1994)
After being abducted by brutal soldiers and his kinfolk butchered, Robert Foster finds himself in Union City - a vast metropolis under the tyranny of a fascist AI. Alone, save for the circuit board of his best friend, Foster must discover the sinister truth - and why they specifically came for him.
Beyond a Steel Sky
From multi-award winning Revolution comes ‘Beyond a Steel Sky’, a groundbreaking 3D adventure thriller, set in an AI-driven future. Subvert the world, hack the systems and solve dark conspiracies to uncover the devastating truth.
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2
Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.
SIMULACRA 2
A dead influencer. An obsessed detective. Three suspects. Piece the truth together by going through the victim’s phone messages, videos, and social media in the follow up to the critically acclaimed SIMULACRA.
Internet Cafe Simulator
Internet Cafe Simulator is an internet cafe business simulation game. Build the best internet café in the world!
Roombo: First Blood
Roombo: First Blood is a comedic, top-down, stealth-action game about being a robot vacuum cleaner and fending off burglars from your home. A short, experimental game and the first in the JUSTICE SUCKS series.
I hate this game
I hate this game is a logic game, where gameplay changes every level. Solve crazy puzzles and use forgotten functions of your PC! Be attentive, interact with everything that you see on the screen.
Tech Support: Error Unknown
Things are not what they seem at your new tech support specialist job. While resolving customer issues, you soon find yourself in the middle of a conspiracy. Will you side with your employer, join a rogue hacktivist group bent on destroying them, assist the police or stand alone?
NITE Team 4 - Military Hacking Division
NITE Team 4 is a military hacking simulation game that explores the world of cyberwarfare and features realistic mission scenarios.
Welcome to the Game II
Welcome to the Game II is an atmospheric horror / strategy / puzzle game that takes you into the world of the deep web in search of the shadow web. Play as an investigative reporter trying to solve a case of a mysterious woman broadcasting for help as masked men are on the hunt to kill her.
Orwell: Ignorance is Strength
Step into the shoes of a government official in a top-secret department of the Orwell surveillance program. Given the power to both uncover and fabricate "the truth", how far will you go in the service of your country? Season 2 of Orwell, the award-winning surveillance thriller.
Hacktag
Hacktag is a fast-paced two-player co-op stealth-game with unique asymmetric gameplay. Play as the stealth Agent in the field or as the virtually-infiltrated Hacker and work together to carry out espionage missions where nothing goes as expected!
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Cogmind
Cogmind is a sci-fi roguelike epic in which you play a robot building yourself from components found or salvaged from other robots. Explore a living, breathing world through turn-based tactical combat, or sneak, hack, and fly your way to victory.
MINDNIGHT
Inspired by the party games Werewolf and The Resistance, MINDNIGHT is a cyberpunk online social deduction game of deceit, accusations and unpredictability. It challenges your ability to lie and detect others that are trying to be deceptive.
Brigand: Oaxaca
Brigand: Oaxaca is a highly difficult post-apocalyptic RPG/FPS set in Mexico. Emphasis is on challenge, a branching story with multiple endings, and total freedom of action (kill friendly characters, rob stores, jump across roofs, etc.).
Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.
Most played hacking games on Steam
Take a look at the top hacking games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Watch_Dogs® 2
Welcome to San Francisco. Play as Marcus, a brilliant young hacker, and join the most notorious hacker group, DedSec. Your objective: execute the biggest hack of history. Watch_Dogs® 2 is a open world, hacking and illuminati game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on November 28th 2016 has received 82,379 reviews of which 68,213 were positive and 14,166 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hacking game, thanks to its 972 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.2
68,213
14,166
972
players
2. Watch_Dogs™
In today's hyper-connected world, Chicago operates under ctOS, the most advanced computer network in America. Watch_Dogs™ is a open world, hacking and action game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on May 26th 2014 has received 45,723 reviews of which 35,770 were positive and 9,953 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. While seeing 627 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among hacking games based on player count.
7.7
35,770
9,953
627
players
3. Bitburner
Bitburner is a programming-based incremental game. Write scripts in JavaScript to automate gameplay, learn skills, play minigames, solve puzzles, and more in this cyberpunk text-based incremental RPG. Bitburner is a programming, idler and automation game developed by Fulcrum Games, Hydroflame and over 250 github contributors and published by Fulcrum Games. Released on December 10th 2021 has received 6,636 reviews of which 6,314 were positive and 322 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 466 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hacking games based on player count.
9.2
6,314
322
466
players
4. Grey Hack
Grey Hack is a massively multiplayer hacking simulator game. You're a hacker with full freedom to act as you wish on a vast network of procedurally generated computers. Grey Hack is a hacking, simulation and programming game developed and published by Loading Home. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 1,590 reviews of which 1,437 were positive and 153 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hacking games.
8.6
1,437
153
53
players
5. Hacknet
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. Hacknet is a hacking, simulation and programming game developed by Team Fractal Alligator and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on August 12th 2015 has received 25,115 reviews of which 23,511 were positive and 1,604 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hacking games.
9.2
23,511
1,604
30
players
6. Anonymous Hacker Simulator
Step into the shoes of a skilled Anonymous hacker and embark on a mission to unveil the truth hidden behind a sinister organization's plans to monitor civilian data and enforce mass surveillance. Anonymous Hacker Simulator is a simulation, hacking and typing game developed by Sicarius and published by G-DEVS.com and CreativeForge Games. Released on April 03rd 2024 has received 589 reviews of which 506 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hacking games.
8.1
506
83
24
players
7. Cyber Manhunt
Cyber Manhunt is a story-oriented puzzle game focusing on big data, hacking, citizen privacy, and social workers. It focuses on social issues such as cyber violence and privacy breaches. Cyber Manhunt is a simulation, rpg and puzzle game developed and published by Aluba Van+. Released on February 02nd 2021 has received 14,720 reviews of which 13,720 were positive and 1,000 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hacking games.
9.1
13,720
1,000
23
players
8. EXAPUNKS
The year is 1997. You used to be a hacker, but now you have the phage. You made a deal: one hack, one dose. There’s nothing left to lose… except your life. EXAPUNKS is a programming, puzzle and hacking game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on October 22nd 2018 has received 1,766 reviews of which 1,676 were positive and 90 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hacking games.
9.0
1,676
90
20
players
9. Welcome to the Game II
Welcome to the Game II is an atmospheric horror / strategy / puzzle game that takes you into the world of the deep web in search of the shadow web. Play as an investigative reporter trying to solve a case of a mysterious woman broadcasting for help as masked men are on the hunt to kill her. Welcome to the Game II is a horror, hacking and strategy game developed and published by Reflect Studios. Released on April 03rd 2018 has received 3,179 reviews of which 2,698 were positive and 481 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hacking games.
8.2
2,698
481
18
players
10. Pony Island
Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies. Pony Island is a puzzle, indie and psychological horror game developed and published by Daniel Mullins Games. Released on January 04th 2016 has received 17,182 reviews of which 16,339 were positive and 843 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hacking games.
9.3
16,339
843
15
players
Best deals on hacking games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of hacking games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted hacking games.
1. Midnight Protocol
Midnight Protocol is a tactical narrative-driven RPG with unique keyboard-only controls. Hack into servers, beat security systems and discover encrypted secrets while you try to find answers to why and how you got doxxed. Midnight Protocol is a singleplayer, hacking and typing game developed by LuGus Studios and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on October 13th 2021 has received 418 reviews of which 359 were positive and 59 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Featuring a massive 98% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for hacking category.
8.0
359
59
-98%
14.79€
0.40€
2. EXAPUNKS
The year is 1997. You used to be a hacker, but now you have the phage. You made a deal: one hack, one dose. There’s nothing left to lose… except your life. EXAPUNKS is a programming, puzzle and hacking game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on October 22nd 2018 has received 1,766 reviews of which 1,676 were positive and 90 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in hacking games.
9.0
1,676
90
-96%
19.50€
0.84€
3. Hacknet
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. Hacknet is a hacking, simulation and programming game developed by Team Fractal Alligator and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on August 12th 2015 has received 25,115 reviews of which 23,511 were positive and 1,604 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in hacking games.
9.2
23,511
1,604
-94%
9.75€
0.64€
4. Tech Support: Error Unknown
Things are not what they seem at your new tech support specialist job. While resolving customer issues, you soon find yourself in the middle of a conspiracy. Will you side with your employer, join a rogue hacktivist group bent on destroying them, assist the police or stand alone? Tech Support: Error Unknown is a simulation, adventure and hacking game developed by Dragon Slumber and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on February 27th 2019 has received 609 reviews of which 456 were positive and 153 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for hacking games.
7.1
456
153
-94%
9.75€
0.63€
5. Uplink
Uplink lets you play as a freelance hacker tackling risky contracts for corporations. Break into systems, steal data, sabotage rivals, and upgrade your gear. Support factions or go rogue in this immersive, strategy-driven hacking simulation game where your choices shape the outcome. Uplink is a hacking, indie and strategy game developed and published by Introversion Software. Released on August 23rd 2006 has received 2,359 reviews of which 2,143 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for hacking games.
8.7
2,143
216
-90%
9.75€
1.06€
6. SIMULACRA 2
A dead influencer. An obsessed detective. Three suspects. Piece the truth together by going through the victim’s phone messages, videos, and social media in the follow up to the critically acclaimed SIMULACRA. SIMULACRA 2 is a horror, immersive sim and detective game developed by Kaigan Games and published by Neon Doctrine. Released on January 30th 2020 has received 1,586 reviews of which 1,372 were positive and 214 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for hacking games.
8.3
1,372
214
-90%
7.99€
0.87€
7. Watch_Dogs® 2
Welcome to San Francisco. Play as Marcus, a brilliant young hacker, and join the most notorious hacker group, DedSec. Your objective: execute the biggest hack of history. Watch_Dogs® 2 is a open world, hacking and illuminati game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on November 28th 2016 has received 82,379 reviews of which 68,213 were positive and 14,166 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for hacking games.
8.2
68,213
14,166
-85%
59.99€
8.99€
8. hack_me 2
hack_me 2 is a story about hacker-beginner, who is going to confront to new World Order, where is no place for personal secrets. hack_me 2 is a simulation, indie and hacking game developed by EasyWays Team and published by Indovers Studio. Released on March 11th 2017 has received 792 reviews of which 543 were positive and 249 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for hacking games.
6.6
543
249
-84%
5.89€
0.99€
9. Observer: System Redux
The year is 2084. In a dark cyberpunk world shattered by plagues and wars, become a neural police detective and hack into the jagged minds of others. Make use of anything they felt, thought, or remembered to solve the case and catch the elusive killer. Observer: System Redux is a horror, investigation and cyberpunk game developed by Bloober Team and Anshar Studios and published by Bloober Team SA. Released on November 10th 2020 has received 2,522 reviews of which 2,181 were positive and 341 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for hacking games.
8.3
2,181
341
-83%
29.99€
5.24€
10. Watch_Dogs™
In today's hyper-connected world, Chicago operates under ctOS, the most advanced computer network in America. Watch_Dogs™ is a open world, hacking and action game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on May 26th 2014 has received 45,723 reviews of which 35,770 were positive and 9,953 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for hacking games.
7.7
35,770
9,953
-75%
19.99€
4.99€
Free hacking games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hacking games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play hacking games.
1. Bitburner
Bitburner is a programming-based incremental game. Write scripts in JavaScript to automate gameplay, learn skills, play minigames, solve puzzles, and more in this cyberpunk text-based incremental RPG. Bitburner is a programming, idler and automation game developed by Fulcrum Games, Hydroflame and over 250 github contributors and published by Fulcrum Games. Released on December 10th 2021 has received 6,636 reviews of which 6,314 were positive and 322 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 466 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free hacking games on Steam.
9.2
6,314
322
466
players
2. HackHub: Free Trial
Unravel cyber secrets and foil mass surveillance as a skilled hacker in HackHub. Challenge authority, rewrite the rules, and emerge as the ultimate digital rebel. HackHub: Free Trial is a simulation, strategy and puzzle game developed by HotBunny and published by G-DEVS.com. Released on November 04th 2024 has received 532 reviews of which 512 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free hacking games on Steam.
8.9
512
20
6
players