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Games Like Cell Hacker

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Programming, Simulation, Singleplayer, Hacking.

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A cellular automaton-like MMO game based on text terminals. Players will write unique cell reproduction logic and place cells in the vast cell world to grow, reproduce, compete, cooperate with other players' cells, and write their own species history.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: nautilus workshop
Genres: Casual, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Bitburner
    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,299 reviews2021
    Dev: Fulcrum Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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.

    Why similar: Programming 40.5%, Hacking 22.6%, Automation 15.3%, Text-Based 10.1%, Idler 8%

  2. #2 Grey Hack
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 1,843 reviews2017
    Dev: Loading Home
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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.

    Why similar: Hacking 38.8%, Programming 30.4%, Massively Multiplayer 14.2%, Typing 5.9%, Simulation 4.6%

  3. #3 PromptCrafter
    96% match8 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: DevHaskell
    Windows

    Command line crafting game with procedurally generated crafting trees and programming-like automation.

    Why similar: Programming 28%, Typing 16.9%, Hacking 16.4%, Automation 16.3%, Text-Based 13.7%

  4. #4 Pawn.OS()
    95% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Punic Code
    Windows

    Pawn.OS() is a programming puzzle game where you use a custom scripting language to control a pawn on a grid. Solve 30 puzzles, learn logic step-by-step, and optimize your code to climb the leaderboard—even without any prior coding experience.

    Why similar: Programming 34.7%, Automation 19.1%, Typing 16.6%, Text-Based 11.2%, Idler 8.9%

  5. #5 Word Factori
    94% matchVery Positive84% of 461 reviews2023
    Dev: Star Garden Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Word Factori is a word-building game where your only resource is the letter "i". Build a chain of factories to bend, rotate, reflect, and merge "i" into more complex letters. Discover secret letter recipes, unlock hidden word art, and optimize your factory chains for high scores.

    Why similar: Programming 30.2%, Automation 18.6%, Word Game 17.5%, Typing 13.7%, Abstract 7.7%

  6. #6 Code World
    94% matchMostly Positive70% of 44 reviews2017
    Dev: Fewjix
    Windows

    In Code World you control the robot that can walk around the world and send messages to devices. Every device reacts on those messages according to its code. You will have to read this code, understand what messages to send and write your own code.

    Why similar: Programming 35%, Hacking 28.2%, Automation 18.7%, Text-Based 13.2%, Simulation 3.6%

  7. #7 Screeps: World
    93% matchVery Positive86% of 2,081 reviews2016
    Dev: Screeps, LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 52.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Screeps: World is an open source MMO strategy sandbox game for programming enthusiasts. You control your colony by writing JavaScript code that operates 24/7 in the huge persistent online open world.

    Why similar: Programming 23.2%, Hacking 18.8%, Automation 13.7%, Massively Multiplayer 12.4%, Colony Sim 11.8%

  8. #8 Quantum Breach
    92% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Trajectory Interactive
    Windows

    A terminal-based hacking game where you play as a broke hacker trying to hack a bank and get rich.

    Why similar: Hacking 37.2%, Programming 36.2%, Typing 21.2%, Simulation 5.3%

  9. #9 GODBOX
    91% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: Freakshow Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    GODBOX is a coding god-sim where you program life, grow your power by unlocking divine domains, and compete against rival deities. Help your devoted Folk survive while you harness their faith to fuel your divine ascension.

    Why similar: Programming 28.4%, God Game 20%, Colony Sim 13.4%, Automation 12.6%, Artificial Intelligence 9.7%

  10. #10 hackmud
    91% matchMostly Positive78% of 844 reviews2016
    Dev: ComCODE
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 70.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    hackmud is a retro cyberpunk RPG where you play a digital persona in a chaotic, unpredictable, and often goofy abandoned internet. Enter a 90s hacker movie filled with scripts, scams, and sabotage. Explore the world of digital secrets and forge your legacy through cunning, creativity, or disruption.

    Why similar: Programming 35.6%, Hacking 33.4%, Massively Multiplayer 16.8%, Text-Based 9.9%, Simulation 4.3%

  11. #11 Blackdoor
    90% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Static Signal
    Windows

    You're a hacker with a terminal and four terrible scripts. Rewrite them. Hack servers by writing actual code in a custom scripting language - probe ports, crack passwords, steal data, and get out before the trace completes. Better code = better hacker.

    Why similar: Programming 30.6%, Hacking 30.1%, Typing 17.9%, Text-Based 9.5%, Simulation 5.1%

  12. #12 Funge
    89% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: NoodleStorm
    Windows

    A minimalist programming puzzle game based on a modified version of the esolang Befunge. Learn its unique rules, execute your code, and conquer mind-bending logic challenges.

    Why similar: Programming 40.2%, Automation 19.7%, Abstract 17.7%, Text-Based 11%, Minimalist 7%

  13. #13 Remain At Your Desk
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Crunch Moonkiss Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Incremental hacker about faking productivity while stealing from your employer. Sell intel for credits or keep it and raise suspicion. One bad audit and you’re back to Intern.

    Why similar: Programming 27.7%, Hacking 26.7%, Automation 15.3%, Text-Based 10.4%, Idler 8.9%

  14. #14 Void Future: Hacking Protocol
    87% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: RVL InteractivePub: RockGame S.A.
    Windows

    In Void Future: Hacking Protocol, you play as a hacker in a cyberpunk world ruled by corporations. Hack, solve puzzles, and uncover a global conspiracy. Hunted by a system that never sleeps, you’ll need to stay hidden, outsmart surveillance, and fight to survive.

    Why similar: Hacking 31.2%, Programming 19.1%, Typing 18.1%, Text-Based 11.4%, Minimalist 8.3%

  15. #15 1000-BIT
    86% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: 89o
    Windows · Linux

    An open-ended programming puzzle game where you operate entirely in binary.

    Why similar: Programming 41.7%, Hacking 25.9%, Typing 15%, Text-Based 9.4%, Simulation 7.1%

  16. #16 Cyborg Earthworm
    88% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Anton Swifton
    Windows

    Make a Snake AI using simple visual commands. Develop a strategy, let the computer do the hard work, sit back and watch it play the game for you.

    Why similar: Programming 31.6%, Hacking 25.9%, Automation 17.5%, Artificial Intelligence 10.3%, Minimalist 7%

  17. #17 Pragma Twice
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bryan Gillespie
    Windows

    You've awoken deep within a research facility in a new, programmable robot body. You have holes in your memories. At least you no longer have that hole in your head...

    Why similar: Programming 44.2%, Hacking 28.5%, Automation 21.8%, Simulation 5.5%

  18. #18 ABI-DOS
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 428 reviews2024
    Dev: ABI.DOS.SOFTWARE
    Windows

    Build the most advanced operating system ever created! Can you master the fictional simulation language of this mind-bending machine? Design circuits, automate UBITS (coloured mobile data blocks), and optimize your system. The Admin is always watching, and he’s not what he seems.

    Why similar: Programming 35.4%, Hacking 22.5%, Automation 20.1%, Abstract 11.3%, Simulation 4.9%

  19. #19 HACKING INTO EREBUS
    85% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Likya Group
    Windows

    Hacking Into Erebus is a terminal-based sci-fi hacking game where you remotely hack systems, manipulate the crew and uncover their secrets. Use every tool to your advantage. Extract what you need, complete the missions and uncover what’s in the Compartment Zero. Will you succeed ?

    Why similar: Hacking 32.2%, Programming 30.9%, Typing 18%, Artificial Intelligence 8.4%, Simulation 6.2%

  20. #20 Scripted Land
    84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Hyakuren Soft
    Windows

    Code your territory's AI to make it prosper! Manage production and processing, strengthen your adventurers and let them explore! Can you prevent enemy invasion and win the war? This is a hex-based 2D game in which coded Lua scripts are registered with NPCs to run a territory.

    Why similar: Automation 31%, God Game 28.9%, Programming 18.2%, Idler 11.2%, Simulation 9.2%

  21. #21 HELLO HACKER - Project Daybreak
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: h3ll0h4ck3r
    Windows · Linux

    A story-rich hacking simulation set inside a full Linux desktop environment. Use real terminal commands, crack passwords, intercept traffic, and expose a secret autonomous AI program.. before it exposes you.

    Why similar: Hacking 33.4%, Programming 32.6%, Typing 15.5%, Text-Based 9.8%, Simulation 7.2%

  22. #22 Comet 64
    83% matchMostly Positive76% of 187 reviews2021
    Dev: Onur AyasPub: what sorceress this
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Comet 64 is a programming puzzle game. The year is 1984. All you got is a Comet 64 home computer and the operator's manual it came with.

    Why similar: Programming 37.5%, Hacking 20.5%, Automation 12.9%, Typing 10.8%, Text-Based 5.9%

  23. #23 Torrent Empire
    81% matchMixed62% of 26 reviews2025
    Dev: Steel Games
    Windows

    Are you ready to build your own torrent empire? Crack software, manage servers, dive into shady deals, and outsmart the authorities—all in the shadow of the 2000s. Balance risk and reward in this terminal-based strategy sim. Become a digital legend or lose it all!

    Why similar: Programming 32.5%, Hacking 30.7%, Typing 19.5%, Text-Based 7.6%, Simulation 5.2%

  24. #24 HackMeNow
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AngrySysOps
    Windows

    A terminal-style hacking puzzle game where every command matters. Investigate logs, decode secrets, avoid traps, and uncover the rogue system watching from behind the screen.

    Why similar: Hacking 31.8%, Programming 30.2%, Text-Based 11.9%, Artificial Intelligence 10.6%, Typing 8.5%

  25. #25 QuantumPulse 2A
    81% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Dashing Strike
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Solve programming puzzles on a fictional computer with radio-based communication and unique limitations. Competitively optimize to compete on leaderboards against friends and the global community.

    Why similar: Programming 43.8%, Hacking 22.5%, Automation 13.1%, Text-Based 7.7%, 1980s 5.4%

  26. #26 HELLO HACKER
    79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: h3ll0h4ck3r
    Windows · Linux

    HELLO HACKER features a realistic terminal. Use real Linux commands, network scanning, password cracking, and cryptography to infiltrate 10 interconnected servers and expose a deadly government surveillance program. Your colleague is missing. You're next. Are you ready to be a hacker?

    Why similar: Hacking 32.7%, Typing 21%, Programming 18.8%, Text-Based 13.6%, Minimalist 7.3%

  27. #27 EXAPUNKS
    80% matchVery Positive95% of 1,878 reviews2018
    Dev: Zachtronics
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    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.

    Why similar: Programming 48.3%, Hacking 30.7%, Automation 17.6%, Simulation 3.4%

  28. #28 SYSCALL: RING ZERO
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Chilling Moose Games
    Windows · Mac

    Reverse-engineer a private 1990s BBS. Read disassembly, patch broken checks, optimize a nine-core rack, and write assembly firmware that locks onto live scope traces. With 200+ puzzles, full controller support and offline play, you can refine your assembly skills on all your devices!

    Why similar: Programming 38.2%, Hacking 26.9%, Abstract 11.8%, Text-Based 6.8%, Minimalist 6.8%

  29. #29 A Few of Us: Operation Nightshade
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Napless IntereactivePub: ZNT Productions
    Windows · Linux

    In this tactical mash between Typing game and Tower Defense: Scan and Hack enemy defenses by typing fast, deploy your sentries, think fast to help your crew survive the AI assault all behind the screens.

    Why similar: Programming 23.1%, Hacking 22.6%, Typing 18%, Word Game 14.5%, Artificial Intelligence 10%

  30. #30 SIC-1
    78% matchVery Positive95% of 256 reviews2022
    Dev: Anti-Pattern Games
    Windows · Linux

    SIC-1 is a single-instruction programming game. Neglect your personal life in pursuit of promotions and vague assurances of job security! Optimize your programs to rise to the top of the leaderboards! SIC Systems thanks you for your hard work! Now please return to your desk.

    Why similar: Programming 36.5%, Automation 15.3%, Hacking 12.9%, Text-Based 12.4%, Minimalist 9.9%

  31. #31 The Farmer Was Replaced
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,788 reviews2025
    Dev: Timon HerzogPub: Metaroot
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Program and optimize a drone to automate a farm and watch it do the work for you. Collect resources to unlock better technology and become the most efficient farmer in the world. Improve your problem solving and coding skills.

    Why similar: Programming 42.7%, Automation 19.1%, Text-Based 10.8%, Idler 8.4%, Artificial Intelligence 7.6%

  32. #32 TAU-09
    76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: axsys_crash
    Windows · Linux

    Become a Robotic Exploration Systems Programmer (RESP). Get sent to the corners of the galaxy and program robots like if your life depended on it, because it does.

    Why similar: Programming 38.7%, Hacking 29.3%, Automation 19.3%, 1980s 6.7%, Simulation 5.3%

  33. #33 functional
    77% matchMixed63% of 43 reviews2021
    Dev: yancoutoPub: Marvellous Soft
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    functional is a puzzle game about math and abstraction.

    Why similar: Programming 40.5%, Text-Based 18.2%, Automation 17%, Minimalist 13.7%, Simulation 10.6%

  34. #34 Reincarnation : Hero of the Gun
    76% matchMixed68% of 82 reviews2023
    Dev: 六轮鸭SixLonDuck
    Windows

    Text Idle Game

    Why similar: Word Game 29.6%, Automation 23.6%, Text-Based 19.9%, Idler 15.8%, Minimalist 6.2%

  35. #35 Copy Editor: A RegEx Puzzle
    77% matchMixed54% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: Christopher JarvisPub: Cinq-Mars Media
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Copy Editor is an intricate puzzle game that teaches you Regular Expressions (RegEx), commonly used in computer science and language theory. Build complex rules that process and revise famous texts for your wacky and demanding publisher!

    Why similar: Programming 38.2%, Hacking 21.9%, Word Game 16.3%, Text-Based 8.8%, Simulation 6.6%

  36. #36 RE_ALLOC
    74% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: nomorevalid
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Master the machine. In RE_ALLOC, you are the architect of execution. Design intricate hardware circuits, write custom assembly code, and optimize data flow across memory nodes. Efficiency is your only metric. Can you reach the kernel, or will your logic fail?

    Why similar: Typing 25.3%, Text-Based 14.5%, Hacking 10.5%, Abstract 10.5%, Automation 10.3%

  37. #37 仙途放置:无尽天梯和完美装备
    75% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 小熠Pub: 一起走过
    Windows

    一款修仙题材的放置RPG。你将扮演一名初入仙途的修士,通过挑战无尽天梯、收集神兵利器、修炼功法秘籍,逐步突破境界,最终九转成仙! 【核心玩法】 无尽天梯 ,一亿层关卡,挂机自动战斗。九转成仙 - 9次转生系统,越转越强 🏭 生产技能 - 冥想修炼、采药炼丹、离线自动生产 【特色系统】 · 怪物梗技能 - 55种怪物各有专属热梗技能,20种Boss各有独特大招 · 异宝系统 - 不灭金身、天赐暴击、玄武真身等传说级装备 · 道树天赋 - 修罗道/玄武道/太虚道三大路线,自由搭配 · 装备评分 - 智能评分一键换装,轻松管理装备 · 多存档 - 最多8个存档槽位

    Why similar: Word Game 30.9%, Abstract 18.7%, Automation 15.2%, Idler 12.4%, Strategy 10.2%

  38. #38 修炼成仙
    74% matchMixed68% of 193 reviews2023
    Dev: LOSTDING
    Windows

    《修炼成仙》是一款极简主义的文字挂机游戏。创建人物,踏上仙途,自动战斗,获取战利品,修炼功法,装备法宝,一步一步登上仙途,获得永生轮回。游戏永无止境,无需焦虑通关限制,即开即挂,随缘随心,修炼成仙。

    Why similar: Word Game 30.3%, Text-Based 18.1%, God Game 17.5%, Idler 15.2%, Simulation 7.5%

  39. #39 Dark Web: Vigilante
    73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Edgebyter_
    Windows

    You are Vigilantus, a genius hacker and former member of Runyan. Immerse yourself in a world run by corrupt corporations, politicians, and greedy pharmaceutical companies. Uncover dark political secrets. Battle systemic injustice. Redistribute wealth to the poor. Destroy entire corporations.

    Why similar: Programming 28.5%, Hacking 25.6%, God Game 17.5%, Typing 11.1%, Artificial Intelligence 10.5%

  40. #40 Airhack: Hacking
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Airem
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You are a secret Agent who begins work for the Airem as Hacker. Hacking servers of global corporations for profit, stealing data, manipulate the stock market, modify peoples academic or criminal records, laundering money, erasing evidence, framing innocent people. Do not trust anyone.

    Why similar: Hacking 39.7%, Massively Multiplayer 21.5%, Typing 20.2%, Simulation 8.2%, Strategy 5.3%

  41. #41 Automation Farm
    72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Jian StudioPub: Jian Publish
    Windows

    This is a game that simulates farm management through programming. Players need to develop their economy, upgrade technology, unlock more advanced commands and resources, and deal with various uncertain destructive events. The game simplifies the complexity and extracts the automation elements.

    Why similar: Programming 38%, 4X 24.2%, Automation 22.6%, Idler 4.7%, Text-Based 4.5%

  42. #42 Hacker's Life
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Protection Games
    Windows

    Hacker's Life is a game where you take the seat of a hacker, infect devices all over the world with malware, and join a hacker group to pull off bigger attacks. See your malware take control of the world and become famous for your hacking skills, but be careful not to get busted.

    Why similar: Programming 37.2%, Hacking 34.2%, Grand Strategy 16.7%, Simulation 5.7%, Strategy 5.1%

  43. #43 Square Computer
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Odd Games
    Windows

    In this minimalist logic puzzle game, you will become the architect of computational rules. Arrange versatile logic blocks to construct sophisticated data processing pathways.

    Why similar: Programming 36.7%, Automation 21.5%, Abstract 13.7%, Artificial Intelligence 12.3%, Minimalist 9.6%

  44. #44 Semantigon
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Four Wren Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Build production chains from words, optimize sprawling hex-grid systems, and harness the endless combinatorial depth of language.

    Why similar: Word Game 26.4%, Automation 22.2%, Idler 12.8%, Text-Based 12.5%, Abstract 8.5%

  45. #45 ZIRQUITZ
    71% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Surrogate of Sorrow
    Windows · Linux

    ZIRQUITZ is a chill yet deep graph-building game. Build and optimize an evolving graph of nodes to produce “Work,” your resource for upgrades and expansion. Discover synergy, power up your network, and unlock endless potential!

    Why similar: Hacking 23.3%, Programming 20.9%, Automation 19.6%, Abstract 17.6%, Minimalist 10.3%

  46. #46 void future prologue
    70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: RVL InteractivePub: RockGame S.A.
    Windows

    Void Future: Prologue is a standalone free experience set in the universe of Void Future. Play as a hacker in a cyberpunk world ruled by corporations and complete a single, fully designed mission. Hack systems, solve puzzles,and uncover secrets — while staying hidden from a system that never sleeps.

    Why similar: Typing 24.5%, Hacking 17.1%, Programming 13.5%, Text-Based 13%, Artificial Intelligence 10.2%

  47. #47 If Red Then Stop
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KerzovenPub: Metaroot
    Windows · Linux

    Program traffic lights, barriers, and more to solve your city’s traffic problems! Improve your coding skills by learning to control time-dependent processes with realistic state machines.

    Why similar: Programming 44.3%, Automation 24.4%, Text-Based 8.9%, Simulation 7%, Strategy 5.9%

  48. #48 Upload Labs
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 7,876 reviews2025
    Dev: EnigmaDev Studios
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A sci-fi management game where you build and optimize your computer's system from the ground up. Connect and configure interconnected nodes to efficiently download, process, and upload files. Manage your setup, solve system challenges, and become the ultimate system architect

    Why similar: Programming 32.2%, Automation 28.4%, Hacking 17.7%, Idler 13.4%, Simulation 7.3%

  49. #49 Astra Nauta
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MochaSalmon
    Windows

    An incremental colony sim set on a generation starship. Scavenge the stars and recycle everything possible to survive the end of the universe.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 23.2%, Automation 21.4%, God Game 13.3%, Idler 11.3%, Text-Based 9.2%

  50. #50 cr4ckr
    69% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Cutie Café
    Windows

    cr4ckr is a puzzle game about cracking passwords.

    Why similar: Hacking 37.7%, Typing 30%, Text-Based 16.4%, Minimalist 7.2%, Simulation 6.3%

  51. #51 修仙小屋
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,884 reviews2025
    Dev: Doge Game
    Windows

    这是一款文字挂机类修仙聊天小游戏,主打的就是上班摸鱼聊天挂机修仙。(注:这是一个多人在线的文字网游,非单机游戏!)

    Why similar: Word Game 33.6%, Massively Multiplayer 22.9%, Idler 13.4%, Text-Based 10%, Simulation 9.6%

  52. #52 Extortion
    70% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2020
    Dev: Dysnomia
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You're a computer engineer with a terrible secret. Someone is blackmailing you and now, you have to hack some servers and get secret files for him. Would you succeed in achieving their missions or would you find them and revenge?

    Why similar: Hacking 32%, Programming 28.3%, Typing 14.7%, Text-Based 9.5%, Simulation 6.9%

  53. #53 Delta 4 Terminal Protocol
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ignivar Technology Solutions
    Windows

    Wake up to silence. One terminal, one survivor, one dying ship. Can you bring the Delta-4 back online? Delta 4 is a sci-fi survival terminal sim—type commands, decode logs, and fight to keep a dying ship alive.

    Why similar: Programming 22.1%, Hacking 20.2%, Typing 18.4%, Automation 9.9%, Text-Based 9.8%

  54. #54 Arcana Automata
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Grumpy Penguin Games
    Windows

    In Arcana Automata, you program drones using Python to harvest a mystical resource, unlock upgrades, and encounter German mythical creatures. Perfect for curious minds who love to learn through play.

    Why similar: Programming 46.7%, Automation 22%, Strategy 8.5%, Simulation 7.9%, Idler 7.8%

  55. #55 Brainfuck Challenge
    67% matchPositive98% of 49 reviews2025
    Dev: Lyric Law
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A minimalist programming puzzle game based on the esoteric language Brainfuck. Learn its rules, solve clever challenges, and even run your code in an external terminal.

    Why similar: Programming 53.2%, Automation 22.2%, Typing 13.6%, Text-Based 10.9%

  56. #56 Crayon Computer
    68% matchMostly Positive71% of 31 reviews2024
    Dev: Artless Games
    Windows · Mac

    Crayon Computer is a 2D physics-based open-ended programming puzzle game. (if you call that programming)

    Why similar: Programming 50.3%, Automation 21.2%, Abstract 21.1%, Simulation 6%, 2D 1.3%

  57. #57 Hacking for Hermann
    68% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: Philip Schmiel Development
    Windows

    Program your team of AIs to infiltrate corporation servers and find your brother Hermann. This game is about the fun of coding and optimization. There is always something to improve.

    Why similar: Programming 39.6%, Hacking 24.5%, Automation 18.1%, Abstract 11.4%, Minimalist 6%

  58. #58 CaseCracker
    66% matchVery Positive89% of 3,398 reviews2022
    Dev: BlackRobe
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    No flashy visuals, just pure mental gymnastics. Actively search, cross-reference, and unravel the truth from a complex database. In this hardcore text-based deduction game, the devil is always in the details. Detective, are you ready?

    Why similar: Hacking 30.9%, Word Game 23.6%, Typing 18.3%, Text-Based 16.7%, Strategy 4.3%

  59. #59 Hifuu OS: Hack Into the Barrier
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KaleidoScreens
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Hifuu OS: Immersive hacking simulator based on the Touhou Project. Play as Renko Usami, learn and use authentic terminal commands to hack into the Great Hakurei Barrier. Unravel the truth behind Maribel Hearn's mysterious coma as you search through Gensokyo's secret and private documents.

    Why similar: Hacking 33.3%, Programming 21.9%, Typing 15.9%, Text-Based 15.7%, Minimalist 7.6%

  60. #60 HACKERGAME
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vance Studios
    Windows

    HACKERGAME is a 2D terminal-based arcade hacking game and is currently in the early days of development.

    Why similar: Hacking 33.9%, Programming 32%, Typing 18.5%, Text-Based 11.4%, Simulation 2.8%

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