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Hack Ex - Simulator

Simulate the hacking of other player’s devices in this virtual hacking game

Byeline · com.byeline.hackex

4.5 out of 5 (38 ratings) 5M+ downloads v1.8.6 15.3 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

At a glance

Latest version
v1.8.6 (89)
Updated
May 22, 2026 (5 months ago)
APK size
15.3 MB
Requires
Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support
ARM 64-bit
Category
Simulation (game)
Permissions
13
Website
hackex.net
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Hack Ex - Simulator is a game by Byeline in the Simulation category. It includes native code only for ARM 64-bit, so it won't install on phones that can only run 32-bit apps.

It asks for 13 permissions, none of them sensitive. The game offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

4.5out of 538 ratings
  • 5 ★74%
  • 4 ★5%
  • 3 ★21%
  • 2 ★0%
  • 1 ★0%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v1.8.6

UI update. But why are you updating this game? Hack Ex 2 is live now. Go get it!

Description

From the listing uploaded by “superpocket”.

Become the ultimate hacker under your alias in this hacking game simulation. Hack other players' virtual devices and defend yours to build a reputation in the hacking world. Crack players' virtual bank accounts, upload viruses to generate money, manipulate their logs and more. And remember to clear your digital footprint... that’s what being the ultimate hacker is about, after all. ☠ This is not real hacking. It's only a game. Features: - Quick to learn. No real hacking knowledge required. - Upgrade your virtual device to improve processing speed. - Upgrade your utility apps to better your defenses and attack with more success. - Hack into players’ virtual bank accounts and transfer their funds to your account. - Upload viruses on other players’ devices to earn you money and spy on their activity. - Hide your activity from your in-game logs or manipulate others. - Add your friends to your in-game Contacts and send them messages. Note: This game requires an internet connection. Parents should caution user-generated content in the game.

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Certificate issued to “zph-mph” Not the developer's name (“Byeline”). Names in certificates can't be verified, so this alone proves nothing.

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature under review May 22, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Jx Clarynx, O=zph-mph, OU=anon.org, L=Caraga, ST=Surigao Del Norte, C=8609
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)7D:64:F9:C2:53:C7:EF:35:A0:72:0F:6F:8A:80:2B:D4:B9:20:AA:3A
  • File MD57dd18a2f82e0ff9327ecb5c04cc5f593
  • Uploaded by “superpocket” Silver tier · 5,272 followers · uploading since 2016

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Permissions (13)

Hack Ex - Simulator requests 13 permissions, none of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Hack Ex - Simulator APK: questions and answers

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is Hack Ex - Simulator free?

The APK is free to download, but the game offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Hack Ex - Simulator APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 7dd18a2f82e0ff9327ecb5c04cc5f593.

Tags

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