Hack the Core is a Casual game from an independent developer with a 68% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by story rich, short, single-player.

Game snapshot
- Release year
- 2018
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- Steam
- Review signal
- 68% positive
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System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or later
Processor: 1.2 Ghz
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: 1280×720
Storage: 125 MB available space
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: OS X 10.6 or higher
Processor: 1.2 Ghz
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: 1280×720
Storage: 125 MB available space
Linux
- Minimum
- OS: x86 or compatible
Processor: 1.2 Ghz
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Graphics: 1280×720
Storage: 125 MB available space
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Hack the Core is worth a closer look if you want cyberpunk and short game.
Best for players who want cyberpunk.
cyberpunk
SettingThe game leans into neon, hacking, or corporate-dystopia texture.
short-game
PacingIt is better understood as a compact experience than a long hobby game.
Steam review snapshots
Very short game, with interesting Story.It was written in a weekend and focuses on a hacking threat.Why it fits
Check it if you want casual filtered by story rich, short, single-player.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.