Rank 01Games like Darknet
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- Updated May 4, 2026
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The closest matches to Darknet: Duskers, Uplink, Hacknet, Into The Grid, and XXX_CYBERRAT_XXX. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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SUPERHOT VR
Why this: Also Cyberpunk and VR, like Darknet.
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- Released: 2017
- Developer: E McNeill
- Price: $14.99checked Nov 7
- Steam Deck: Deck Playable
- 90% of 60 reviews
- Genres: Strategy, Indie
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Abstract puzzles reward strategic foresight
- Cyberpunk atmosphere enhances immersion
- Data view unlocks deeper strategic depth
- Atmospheric
- Challenging
- Immersive
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Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Darknet at current Steam store prices.
Hacker Evolution
Why this: Also Hacking and Cyberpunk, like Darknet.
4089: Ghost Within
Why this: Also Rogue-like and VR, like Darknet.
Starless Abyss
Why this: Shares resource management with Darknet.
5089: The Action RPG
Why this: Also VR and Futuristic, like Darknet.
Sairento VR
Why this: Also Cyberpunk and VR, like Darknet.
More from E McNeill
Other recommendable Steam games by E McNeill, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Ironlights
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Darknet.
Auralux: Constellations
Why this: Same tense mood as Darknet.
Tactera
Why this: Also VR and Futuristic, like Darknet.
Astraeus
Why this: Also Cyberpunk and VR, like Darknet.
IRONSTRIKE
Why this: Same immersive mood as Darknet.
About Darknet
The closest matches to Darknet: Duskers, Uplink, Hacknet, Into The Grid, and XXX_CYBERRAT_XXX. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Darknet is your kind of game, the closest matches are Duskers, Uplink and Hacknet — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, challenging and immersive, and single out its data view analysis and ice removal. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Darknet: Darknet is a strategy/puzzle game in which you play as an elite hacker in the Net. Plug into cyberspace, using viruses, worms, and exploits to steal the data before your signal gets traced. Includes both VR and non-VR versions.
Is Darknet worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 90% of 60 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price: $14.99 (checked Nov 7).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 5 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Playable: works, with some rough edges.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Abstract puzzles reward strategic foresight
- Cyberpunk atmosphere enhances immersion
- Data view unlocks deeper strategic depth
- Time limited missions create intense urgency
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“I played this game when Samsung did their Gear VR. It's a great game. 2.3 hours is all I got out of this version, as it no longer works with the Index. It was fun while it lasted. Not worth the time to fix/research, as it seems many have…”
Frequently asked about Darknet
Can I run it?
Does Darknet run on Steam Deck?
Darknet is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Darknet cost?
Darknet is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Darknet?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Darknet are Duskers, Uplink, Hacknet.
Who developed Darknet?
Darknet was developed by E McNeill.