Hacker
Published 1992
This is the computer crime card game inspired by the 1990 Secret Service raid on Steve Jackson Games. Play is similar to Illuminati except players play cards as part of the ever-expanding "Net" in the center of the table instead of having individual card stacks. Players use indials to break into systems and gain root access. Upgrade your hacking tools, deal with other hackers for access, phreak others onto your system, etc. is all part of the game. Avoid ICE and law enforcement raids to gain the greatest number of root access sites and win the game. Expanded by: Hacker II: The Dark Side. Re-implemented by: Hacker: Deluxe Edition.
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- Players
- 2-6 Players
- Time
- 2 hours
- Weight
- Light-Medium — 2.23/5
- Year
- 1992
- BGG Rating
- 5.94
- BGG Rank
- #12249
- Min Age
- 14+
Frequently Asked Questions
Hacker supports 2 to 6 players.
A typical game of Hacker takes about 120 minutes.
Hacker has a complexity rating of 2.23/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Hacker is 14+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
Hacker has a rating of 5.94/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 444 ratings. It is ranked #12249 overall.
Hacker was designed by Steve Jackson (I). It was published in 1992.