Hypnospace Outlaw

Point-and-click detective game policing a fictional 1990s internet

Tendershoot, Michael Lasch, ThatWhichIs Media · Published by No More Robots · Released Mar 12, 2019

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive; 97% of 5,565
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 92% of 28 in 30 days
Playing now: 3; peak 24h 12
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 2 years ago; Mar 28, 2024

What is Hypnospace Outlaw?

This point-and-click detective game takes place on a fictional 1990s internet. As a Hypnospace Enforcer, you browse websites, check your inbox for assignments, and report violations such as copyright infringement and bullying. You can also download software and customize your desktop while avoiding adware and viruses.

For you if...

+you enjoy searching for hidden pages and downloads
+you like stories pieced together through personal websites
+you appreciate humor and retro computer culture

Not for you if...

−you want clear directions for every puzzle
−you dislike reading many pages to find clues
−you want fast-paced play instead of browsing

What players say

97% of 5,565 reviews are positive · 92% of 28 in the last 30 days

Players praise the recreation of early web culture, the characters, and the music. The most common complaint is that unclear puzzles can turn investigation into tedious page-by-page searching; some players also find the interface clunky.