
CORE.SYS is a brainteasing action puzzler where you’ll need to break through layers of digital security with quick-thinking strategy.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Hacking, Indie, Puzzle, Singleplayer.

CORE.SYS is a brainteasing action puzzler where you’ll need to break through layers of digital security with quick-thinking strategy.

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.

Mu Complex
Play as a hacker and take control of an ultra secret company to reveal the darkest secrets. But beware , you seem not to be alone and what you will discover could change the world ...
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.
Why similar: Hacking 99% ★, 2D 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.3%
Play as a hacker and take control of an ultra secret company to reveal the darkest secrets. But beware , you seem not to be alone and what you will discover could change the world ...
You're a punk hacking into the cameras and devices of an abandoned building. Except it's not really abandoned, and whatever inhabits it senses your presence and plans to eliminate you.
Why similar: Hacking 75.1% ★, Arcade 13.3%, Puzzle 10.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%
NITE Team 4 is a military hacking simulation game that explores the world of cyberwarfare and features realistic mission scenarios.
Out there is a world of corporate corruption and government lies. You are a lone hacker armed with a terminal and a personal proxy. Break in. Cause damage. Get paid.
A turn-based text adventure where you play as a data packet carrying whistleblower information through a hostile network. Solve puzzles, make moral choices, and survive.
Why similar: Hacking 53% ★, Arcade 17.2%, Casual 12.9%, Puzzle 11.6%, 2D 4.4%
Hacker Evolution Duality is the hacking simulation game, developed by exosyphen studios. Based on the successful Hacker Evolution game series, it has been completely redesigned to offer an impressive and new gaming experience.
Why similar: Hacking 100% ★
DECODE is a minimalist logic puzzle game inspired by classic deduction systems. Analyse clues, break digital locks, and uncover hidden rules through text-based challenges. Every move matters. Think carefully.
Why similar: Hacking 63.5% ★, Abstract 14.5%, Puzzle 11.5%, Casual 6.7%, 2D 3.2%
Step into the shadows. Terminal Hacker: Override is an infinite, procedurally generated hacking simulator. Accept dark web contracts, bypass firewalls using pure word-deduction logic, and upgrade your system. No hand-holding, just you, the terminal, and the next target.
Why similar: Hacking 72.5% ★, Puzzle 13.3%, Casual 12.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%
You are a system administrator who spends his nights fixing an old server, but something :) causes critical errors in the server, and along with it breaks your reality. This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Why similar: Hacking 87.2% ★, Retro 6.8%, 2D 5.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
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?
Hacker.exe is horror/strategy/puzzle that takes you to a near future where the internet has become a safer place due to world wide regulations. You start to question how safe the internet is because you as a hacker, keep noticing security organizations working with illegal business. That begs the question: Why are you even a hacker?
Hack ‘n’ Slash is a puzzle action game about hacking -- reprogram object properties, hijack global variables, hack creature behavior, and even rewrite the game’s code. The only way to win is not to play...by the rules!
Why similar: Hacking 81.8% ★, Puzzle 10.2%, Casual 5.8%, 2D 1.3%, Singleplayer 1%
In the year 2398, a network of intelligent computers known as Nightgate, is the last remaining life form on Earth. Step into the computer and uncover what lies beyond the futuristic landscapes of Nightgate.
Why similar: Hacking 79% ★, Abstract 9.3%, Arcade 6.9%, Casual 3.9%, Singleplayer 1%
After MI7 has been hacked, your primary goal is to bring a cyber-criminal network to justice. Played entirely from your computer's desktop, Mainlining is a thrilling point and click hacking adventure that features a gripping narrative which will have you hooked from the very first case.
Why similar: Hacking 92.4% ★, Puzzle 6.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
HACK_IT presents players with a fully immersive hacking experience, you’ll meet characters and find out things you never imagined. Including interactive apps that will give you the power to shutdown servers and retrieve passwords.
Why similar: Hacking 80.9% ★, Casual 10.2%, Puzzle 4.8%, 2D 3.1%, Singleplayer 1%
Hack yourself, hack your friends, hack your enemies and hack EVERYTHING in this twin-stick, action immersive-sim. Use OVERPOWERED hacks that no other game would let you use to overcome intelligent enemies in a plagued simulation.
Why similar: Hacking 100% ★
Dive into dynamic mazes, outsmart weird ghosts, and snatch coins in this thrilling arcade adventure. Are you maverick enough?
Why similar: Hacking 43.9% ★, Abstract 19.1%, Arcade 13.6%, Puzzle 9.7%, Casual 8.9%
When the number of computers in existence and their processing capacity exceeds that of all mankind, a point of technological singularity is encountered. A massive economic and systematic crisis hits the entire world. Nobody knows the exact cause, and all solutions to fix it, are failing.
Why similar: Hacking 100% ★
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.
Why similar: Hacking 83.3% ★, Puzzle 12.5%, 2D 1.7%, Casual 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
The browser itself is what you control. This game is a desktop puzzle game where you manipulate a browser window with nothing but a mouse to guide a ball into the goal. Your entire monitor is the playing field. Move and resize the window to steer a physics-driven ball across distinct phases.
Why similar: Hacking 58% ★, Casual 20.2%, Puzzle 14.4%, 2D 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
VR Hacking themed escape room challenge
Why similar: Hacking 85.2% ★, Puzzle 9.7%, Casual 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Hackers have encrypted your data and it's your job to hack them back. Explore a procedurally generated network using an arsenal of terminal commands to find the encryption key.
Why similar: Hacking 87.5% ★, Puzzle 8.3%, 2D 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Shape Blast is a short, arcade roguelike where you bounce a ball between two paddles and blast shapes to earn points. Unlock tons of upgrades and customize your build. Keep the flow and find new strategies every game.
Why similar: Hacking 60.7% ★, Abstract 13.6%, Arcade 12%, Casual 9.7%, 2D 3.8%
Play as the ghost in the machine and hack your way through the 48 levels of the puzzle-platformer H4CT0PL45M! Use your ability to possess hardware to make your way to the end of each level and complete your infiltration.
Why similar: Hacking 88% ★, Puzzle 6.7%, 2D 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
This is a casual and entertaining typing game that lets you experience the thrill of hacking systems by rapidly typing on your keyboard. Whether stress-testing your keyboard or unwinding after a tough day, this game has got you covered!
Why similar: Hacking 84.7% ★, Casual 10.6%, Puzzle 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
CTRL Phreak is an over-the-top hacking sim. Become a LEET H4X0R as you download RAM, fight elite hacker bosses, and "code" by literally mashing your keyboard. Welcome to the Deep Web, kiddo.
Why similar: Hacking 80% ★, Casual 8.3%, Retro 8.3%, 2D 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%
Hack into 50 prison cells with light-based digital puzzle locks.
Why similar: Hacking 47.6% ★, Abstract 20%, Casual 15.2%, Puzzle 11.5%, 2D 5.1%
Terminal is an atmospheric puzzle/hacking game where you solve puzzles, messages, and minigames to escape the confines of a soulless corporation
Why similar: Hacking 71.8% ★, Puzzle 10.3%, Casual 9.5%, Retro 6.4%, Singleplayer 2%
Help Cole take revenge on the AI program named "Scout" and the company that put him out of a job. Solve puzzles, hack accounts, and stop the field of cybersecurity from being taken over by an evolving AI system.
Why similar: Hacking 54% ★, Arcade 16.5%, Casual 11.8%, Puzzle 11.7%, 2D 5.8%
Take on a 50-level minesweeper arcade challenge, or relive the nostalgic fun of classic minesweeper.
Why similar: Casual 27.9%, Arcade 27.3%, Puzzle 18.3%, Retro 16.6%, 2D 7.8%
A cybercriminal tries to get into a major hacking group but catches the attention of some sort of Deep Web mafia. You must crack into servers and devices in order to obtain valuable information while avoiding getting murdered by a bunch of Deep Web killers.
Why similar: Hacking 90.2% ★, Puzzle 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%
A fast paced arcade maze chasing game inspired by the 90s media portrayal of hackers and their culture. Download files, evade enemies, collect power-ups, launch rootkits, worms, and forkbombs and unleash total chaos.
Why similar: Hacking 54.5% ★, Arcade 17.1%, Casual 15.4%, Retro 6.3%, 2D 6%
You are a lost artificial intelligence adrift on the internet. Infiltrate abstract computer networks filled with defensive complications to expand your world. Improve your capabilities to overcome ever greater challenges. Learn about the state of the world and what you were made for.
Why similar: Hacking 63.1% ★, Abstract 20.6%, Puzzle 10.6%, 2D 5.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%
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Why similar: Hacking 68.6% ★, Puzzle 14.1%, Retro 6.8%, Casual 6.8%, 2D 2.4%
Try to get to the end of the maze, if there is one...
Why similar: Hacking 65.5% ★, Arcade 14.2%, Retro 9.3%, 2D 5.6%, Puzzle 5.4%
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 81.9% ★, Casual 7.8%, Puzzle 7.6%, 2D 2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
ThreatGEN: Red vs. Blue is an educational game-based cybersecurity simulator designed for those with genuine interest in cybersecurity. Learn and practice cybersecurity concepts & strategy, play as the red team (hackers) or the blue team (defenders), single player or online vs. a colleague.
Why similar: Hacking 90.7% ★, Casual 6.4%, 2D 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
From the creator of hack_me and dev_me, a continuation of the acclaimed hacker simulator in 2016 and 2017 - hack_me 3 is already on Steam!
Why similar: Hacking 100% ★
Project: AFTERSHOCK is a fast-paced arcade hacking roguelite set in a dystopian future. Command a 20-year-old legacy terminal to breach enemy systems, siphon funds, and upgrade your hardware. Use your reflexes to survive the countdown and bring down the very system you created.
Why similar: Hacking 70.9% ★, Arcade 10.6%, Puzzle 9.4%, Retro 8.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Replica is an interactive novel game played through a cellphone and social media. The insane experience of peeping into someone's private life through a cellphone will transform you into the state's greatest patriot.
Why similar: Hacking 86.9% ★, Puzzle 12.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Logic meets precision in SPIN Protocol, a colorful and challenging puzzle game about rotating nodes. Each circuit presents a unique challenge, with different node types introducing special behaviors that will put your problem solving skills to the test. Are you ready to spin your way to victory?
Why similar: Hacking 60.8% ★, Abstract 15.9%, Puzzle 10.8%, Casual 8.5%, 2D 4%
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.
Detect system anomalies! A fresh take on falling block puzzles that mixes Tetris-style gameplay with observation challenges.
Why similar: Hacking 42.7% ★, Arcade 18.7%, Puzzle 14.2%, Casual 12.4%, 2D 6.7%
Ever wanted to be a hacker? Hack your way into the heart of a mysterious organization to uncover their secrets. Hack RUN® is a game which uses 'old school' command prompts (like DOS or UNIX) that simulate a real operating system. Learn the commands of each system to help you navigate through your adventure.
Why similar: Hacking 100% ★
Retro terminal mystery: explore a live IBM PS/2, decode corrupted logs, and learn who waits behind the blinking prompt.
Why similar: Hacking 75.1% ★, Casual 14.9%, Retro 6.5%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
A casual cyberpunk game with a minimalist aesthetic.
Why similar: Hacking 79.5% ★, Casual 15.8%, 2D 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
In today's hyper-connected world, Chicago operates under ctOS, the most advanced computer network in America.
Why similar: Hacking 99.2% ★, Singleplayer 0.8%
A Y2K, cyberspace, butterfly flight sim. Flap using 2 button controls, avoid malware obstacles, boost your speed and break free from the web!
Why similar: Hacking 57.5% ★, Abstract 22%, Arcade 12.9%, Retro 7.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
Welcome to the Game is a creepy horror/puzzle game that takes you into the world of the Deep Web. Explore the Deep Web with the sole purpose of trying to find a Red Room, an online service / website that allows you to see and participate in interactive torture and murder.
Why similar: Hacking 90.6% ★, Puzzle 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Channel Glitch is a jump 'n run puzzle game in which you need to skillfully switch the color channels on and off and use your reflexes to solve the increasingly tricky puzzles as quickly as possible.
Why similar: Hacking 71.9% ★, Casual 14%, Puzzle 12.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Lost Entry is a horror game where you search the Deep Web for information while avoiding enemies that adapt to your actions. Your goal is to survive the night and complete the task your employer gives you without getting murdered by a bunch of Deep Web killers.
Welcome to our ethical hacker's organisation: we will teach you how to use actual hacker tools (terminal, proxy, reverse shells...) to scan the network, crack passwords, bypass server security and solve the mystery of the Bikini-72 space station.
Why similar: Hacking 82.7% ★, Puzzle 10.4%, Casual 3.9%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.3%
Xenosensory is a short incremental game with horror themes. Use your cursor to bust Xenos and save convicts then spend your research points on skill tree upgrades, actions, gadgets, and uncover the true horrifying nature of this space station nightmare.
Why similar: Hacking 50.1% ★, Abstract 16.7%, Arcade 11.8%, Casual 9.8%, Retro 6.6%
In PalSync, control two characters who must move together at the same time. Face challenging levels where perfect synchronization is key to solving puzzles and overcoming obstacles. Test your coordination skills in this unique single-player experience!
Why similar: Abstract 37.5%, Casual 25.2%, Puzzle 24%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.6%
UmbraNet is a psychological horror game where curiosity leads you into a hidden network that watches, manipulates, and slowly traps you as you explore its darkest layers.
Why similar: Hacking 91.2% ★, Puzzle 7%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Hack_me is a hacker simulator game. The main objective in game – is to hack big companies's servers to show people that there is nothing in this world that protected on 100%. You’ll need to use your cmd, bruteforce, SQL-injectors and other programs to hack servers.
Why similar: Hacking 82.5% ★, Arcade 11.6%, 2D 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Navigate a living system that lies, shifts, and fights back as you race to complete its objectives. Activate nodes, deliver signals, and adapt as it begins to learn you.
Why similar: Hacking 52.9% ★, Arcade 19.9%, Casual 13.8%, Puzzle 12.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%