game doesn't bother to explain hacking properly

[H u n k]

you get one really fast and basic tutorial on how how hacking (or as it's called jacking) works and if you didn't understand it immediately, good luck...

[oldeschool]

yeah, had to search for help

https://youtu.be/g1eyBEMGsoE

[m662]

The game has three interactive tutorials spread over a short time at the first act of the game.
First is the optional militech shard with T bug
Second is the T-bug quest to get your cyberdeck software
Third is the Militech strout malware shard

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

[The Yeen Queen]

Originally posted by m662:

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

You're expecting people to actually read. That's just not reasonable. XD

[H u n k]

Originally posted by m662:

The game has three interactive tutorials spread over a short time at the first act of the game.
First is the optional militech shard with T bug
Second is the T-bug quest to get your cyberdeck software
Third is the Militech strout malware shard

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

I guess I chose the wrong word, what i was referring to was what i think is called ''breaching protocol'' where you plug into computers and have these letter/digit puzzles

[Dexter in the Dark]

Originally posted by H u n k:

Originally posted by m662:

The game has three interactive tutorials spread over a short time at the first act of the game.
First is the optional militech shard with T bug
Second is the T-bug quest to get your cyberdeck software
Third is the Militech strout malware shard

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

I guess I chose the wrong word, what i was referring to was what i think is called ''breaching protocol'' where you plug into computers and have these letter/digit puzzles

it is simple pick the corresponding letter or number from the grid, the first pics locks you into the row up and down, the second locks you in sideways,

[★REM★]

it explain enough, you will get it better the more you do it

[m662]

Originally posted by H u n k:

Originally posted by m662:

The game has three interactive tutorials spread over a short time at the first act of the game.
First is the optional militech shard with T bug
Second is the T-bug quest to get your cyberdeck software
Third is the Militech strout malware shard

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

I guess I chose the wrong word, what i was referring to was what i think is called ''breaching protocol'' where you plug into computers and have these letter/digit puzzles

Yes and that to is explained at the interactive tutorial during the t-bug mission to get cyberdeck software mission is the gift.

As it happens I am currently testing a mod I created on a new character and close to it so here is a screen-capture of the tutorial. Here you go.

This is again explained when you have the option to hack the Militech shard for the daemon during the main mission act 1 and then you learn that you have multiple things you can extract instead of just one.

https://go.screenpal.com/watch/cTVf3Gnett7

[Defective Dopamine Pez Dispenser]

There's also an option to eliminate the time limit for breaching mini-games too, fwiw. Some will of course reject this as "not hardcore" but... who cares? Prioritize enjoyment and/or immersion in whatever way suits you best. Be it extreme difficulty or ease.

[Your Dad 👨‍🔬]

Originally posted by H u n k:

Originally posted by m662:

The game has three interactive tutorials spread over a short time at the first act of the game.
First is the optional militech shard with T bug
Second is the T-bug quest to get your cyberdeck software
Third is the Militech strout malware shard

On top it has inside the game under the database page 5 dedicated topics on quickhacks with instructions.
https://gcdnb.pbrd.co/images/ZaQyJr0AwjIo.png

I guess I chose the wrong word, what i was referring to was what i think is called ''breaching protocol'' where you plug into computers and have these letter/digit puzzles

It starts horizontal, then when you pick a number it goes vertical, then horizontal etc.

It's not too hard.

[Nar!]

Don't feel bad, op. When I first started playing this game, I had no idea how it worked either. I felt like a complete idiot. At first, I was convinced I knew what I was doing, but then I'd goof up some lines, which resulted in me not wanting to do them anymore. xD

I checked every Youtube tutorial I could find and STILL didn't understand the explanations. lol But after many tries on my own, I finally got it down. I completely understand how they work and thus, I nail them like it's second nature to me.

The thing is, many tutorials out there don't mention the fact that you can actually select an incorrect daemon as a bypass, in order leap over to the correct daemon, so you can then input the rest of the corresponding codes correctly, according to the line on the right side of your panel. That was the game changer for me.

You also only start out with a very limited amount of "moves" on these panel mini games, but later can expand your sequences (more wiggle room for error and bypasses).

Eventually, you'll be able to easily get them all in one swing. Some can be a pain in the butt. You can then disconnect from the panel at no penalty to you and re-jack in to re-roll the daemons and code box. :)

PS. You can also turn off the timer in the options settings, if you don't want to be stressed to hurry.

[oldeschool]

the minigames can be frustrating, the router hacking was rage quit level for me

[Harley Cracker]

Originally posted by Defective Dopamine Pez Dispenser:

There's also an option to eliminate the time limit for breaching mini-games too, fwiw. Some will of course reject this as "not hardcore" but... who cares? Prioritize enjoyment and/or immersion in whatever way suits you best. Be it extreme difficulty or ease.

I never knew that since I figure out the winning movies before I start the timer.

[Tr3m0r]

Honestly I have always just played it incorrectly by just quickly highlighting over the boxes before and clicking the ones that look best. It has almost always worked too which I suppose is just my generative neural instinctive abilities are improving. I didn't even think to look up the way to properly play it just because it seems to follow very basic patterns.

[Defective Dopamine Pez Dispenser]

Originally posted by Harley Cracker:

Originally posted by Defective Dopamine Pez Dispenser:

There's also an option to eliminate the time limit for breaching mini-games too, fwiw. Some will of course reject this as "not hardcore" but... who cares? Prioritize enjoyment and/or immersion in whatever way suits you best. Be it extreme difficulty or ease.

I never knew that since I figure out the winning movies before I start the timer.

Excellent. Meanwhile, my age, dyscalculia, and accelerating executive dysfunction addled self will make use of the generously provided accessibility options. 😅

[Chrisme]

I agree that that tutorial is a complete joke. Had to look it up myself too. No idea how people can claim that this is explained well ingame. Once you know what you're supposed to do the mini-game is pretty simple though. I still suggest wasting a perk point to make it easier because I found it to be quite annoying. Often disrupts the flow of a mission by fumbling around in two or even more interfaces for pointless crafting materials.