Concept and Inspiration
This game was created for a 2025 game jam with the theme “Reimagined for Arcade.” Inspired by the hacking minigame from Cyberpunk 2077, the project reimagines that mechanic into a standalone, fast-paced arcade-style experience. The idea was to take a complex and strategic UI-based mechanic and make it more accessible, competitive, and engaging for quick score-based play.
Objective
The goal was to turn a narrative-driven hacking puzzle into a replayable, high-score-driven arcade game that could be dropped into a cabinet or web environment. Players aim to complete code sequences under time pressure to rack up points.
Key Features
- Alternating vertical/horizontal input rules for added challenge
- Dynamic sequences of varying lengths (3, 4, and 6 inputs)
- Visual feedback for correct/incorrect selections
- Designed for replayability and quick rounds
- Emphasis on score optimization and player mastery
Andrew Link 