Hacker Evolution
Released Sep 2010
Hacker Evolution is a hacking simulation game, featuring unparalleled graphics and features. You play the role of a former intelligence agent, specializing in computer security. When a chain of events sets off worldwide, leaving critical service disabled, you assume the role a computer hacker to find out what happened and attempt to stop...
66% positive · 1,048 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Steam $0.99 $4.99 −80%
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Evaluation
Hacker Evolution originally released on September 14, 2010 and received two paid DLC packs: Hardcore Package Part 1 (November 8, 2013) and Hardcore Package Part 2 (July 10, 2014). A notable engine overhaul shipped in April 2014, adding new levels and ports to macOS and Linux. Both DLC packs are fully released with no unreleased content listed on the store.
The most recent developer activity for this game was on September 28, 2019, when the studio released an HD remaster on Steam as a separate product (Hacker Evolution – 2019 HD Remaster), noting that both DLC packs were included in the remaster for free. This effectively served as the studio's capstone for the Hacker Evolution series. There have been no updates, announcements, or communications about this base game since that date.
The last developer communication of any kind related to Hacker Evolution was in September 2019. All announced and listed content has shipped. The 2019 remaster, which bundled all prior DLC at no extra charge, signals the developer considers the content for the original release to be complete. No further content has been announced or is pending.
Evidence
Developer released a 2019 HD Remaster as a separate product, explicitly noting that both Hardcore Package DLCs are included free of charge in that release. This is the last developer communication about the Hacker Evolution series.
Hardcore Package Part 2 released, the second and final DLC for the game. Both DLC entries in the store listing are marked as released.
Content
2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
exosyphen studios
Achievements
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Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Hacker Evolution is a hacking simulation game, featuring unparalleled graphics and features.
You play the role of a former intelligence agent, specializing in computer security. When a chain of events sets off worldwide, leaving critical service disabled, you assume the role a computer hacker to find out what happened and attempt to stop it.
When a stock market, a central bank, satellite uplink and transoceanic fiber optics links crash, you know this is more then a simple event. Something big is behind all this, and you have to figure out what is it.
You hack into computers, look for exploits and information, steal money to buy hardware upgrades in an attempt to put all the pieces of a big puzzle together.
Set in a virtual operating system environment, the game is packed with all the features required to bring the hacker feeling and experience to every gamer.
The concept behind Hacker Evolution is to create a game that challenges the gamer's intelligence, attention and focus, creating a captivating mind game. Solve puzzles, examine code and bits of information, to help you achieve your objectives.
Key features:
You play the role of a former intelligence agent, specializing in computer security. When a chain of events sets off worldwide, leaving critical service disabled, you assume the role a computer hacker to find out what happened and attempt to stop it.
When a stock market, a central bank, satellite uplink and transoceanic fiber optics links crash, you know this is more then a simple event. Something big is behind all this, and you have to figure out what is it.
You hack into computers, look for exploits and information, steal money to buy hardware upgrades in an attempt to put all the pieces of a big puzzle together.
Set in a virtual operating system environment, the game is packed with all the features required to bring the hacker feeling and experience to every gamer.
The concept behind Hacker Evolution is to create a game that challenges the gamer's intelligence, attention and focus, creating a captivating mind game. Solve puzzles, examine code and bits of information, to help you achieve your objectives.
Key features:
- Modding capability to allow the creation of custom levels
- The included mod editor, allows you to create new game levels easily
- Multiple interface skins
- Complex levels and gameplay to guarantee the best experience
- Optional freelance jobs to offer more variety
- Complex command console with over 20 commands and tools
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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