# hacklike

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A subgenre of roguelikes, characterized by persistent single-screen dungeons, a short equipment upgrade path, and a large player inventory.

## Etymology
In reference to the 1984 game Hack.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/hacklike