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Hacker (1992)

2–6 players · 120 min · age 14+ · ★ 5.9 on BGG

Players
2–6
Play time
120 min
Age
14+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
5.9/10

Best for 2–6 players aged 14+ who like card game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 120 min.

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Hacker board game box cover

About Hacker

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…

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Card GamePolitical

Mechanics: Card Game, Political · Designer: Steve Jackson (I)

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Hacker FAQ

How many players is Hacker?
Hacker plays with 2–6 players, ages 14 and up.
How long does Hacker take to play?
A game of Hacker takes 120 min, at medium-light complexity (2.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Hacker any good?
Hacker rates 5.9/10 from 432 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / political game built around card game, political.