Hack the Stars - FREE Demo
Play the complete prologue: "Vulkora Breakout"
Download
Windows
Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
Download (150 MB)Installation Instructions
- Download
HackTheStars-Demo-Setup.exe - Run installer (may require admin)
- Launch from Start Menu
Linux
Ubuntu 20.04+ / Fedora 35+
Download (150 MB)Installation Instructions
chmod +x HackTheStars-Demo.AppImage
./HackTheStars-Demo.AppImageWhat's Included
- ✅ 6 Story Missions (4-6 hours)
- ✅ Complete Tutorial System
- ✅ First Asset Capture (Drone)
- ✅ Contract System Introduction
- ✅ Full Narrative Arc (Vulkora Escape)
- ✅ Progress Transfers to Full Game
What's NOT Included (Full Game Only)
- Multiplayer & Co-op
- 4+ Additional Planets
- 50+ Story Missions
- Player Economy & Trading
- PvP Hacking Arenas
- Clan Systems
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 10 (64-bit) / Ubuntu 20.04
- Processor
- Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Integrated graphics (no dedicated GPU required)
- Storage
- 200 MB available space
- Network
- Optional (for stats sync)
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 11 / Ubuntu 22.04
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Any (game is 2D terminal-based)
- Storage
- 500 MB (for future updates)
- Network
- Broadband (for telemetry & stats)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the demo time-limited?
No. Play as much as you want, forever. It's the complete prologue.
Does my progress transfer to the full game?
Yes! Your alias, stats, XP, and unlocked skills carry over. You'll start the full game at Kepler Station with your progress intact.
Do I need internet to play?
No. The demo is 100% playable offline. Internet is optional for syncing anonymous stats and leaderboards.
Can I disable telemetry?
Yes. On first launch, you'll be asked. You can also disable it anytime in Settings. All telemetry is anonymous and LGPD-compliant.
Will there be a Mac version?
Not at launch, but we're evaluating demand. Join our Discord to vote on platform priorities.