# iNethack2

> Roleplaying

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id962114968](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id962114968)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id962114968`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Future Shock Software
- **Category:** Roleplaying
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (150 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.5
- **Last updated:** 2025-03-24
- **First published:** 2015-02-27
- **Size:** 15 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/inethack2/id962114968)
- **Website:** [http://futureshocksoftware.com/inethack2](http://futureshocksoftware.com/inethack2)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://futureshocksoftware.com/privacy](https://futureshocksoftware.com/privacy)

## Description

iNethack2 is an iOS port of NetHack 3.6.7, updated to run on modern devices while keeping the classic roguelike feel. This release includes a new DawnHack Animated tileset along with several other tweaks from the open-source community.

Features include 9 graphical tilesets (plus IBMGraphics and ASCII modes), touch gestures (swipe to pan, pinch to zoom), customizable keyboard shortcuts, Hearse bone-file sharing, and support for iOS 12+.

## Rankings

- #118,496 — Overall
- #41 — hack
- #50 — hacker

## Review summary

Reviewers consistently praise NetHack2 for its deep, faithful mobile NetHack experience and a solid, well-supported iOS port with offline play. However, the consensus drawbacks are clunky touch controls, frequent crashes/save wipes, limited keyboard hardware support, and some missing desktop-like customization options. Overall, it’s a strong, depth-filled port for fans, but control and stability issues can hinder extended play.

### Pros

- Deep, detailed NetHack experience on mobile with witty, deep mechanics that feel faithful to the desktop game.
- High-quality iOS port with updated visuals, color scheme, and a polished adaptation of the classic game.
- Offline play and portability make it a strong option for travel and short sessions.
- Active development and frequent updates (e.g., 3.6.x) keep the game current and improved over time.

### Cons

- Clunky touch controls; movement is difficult and prone to mis-taps, with requests for better on-screen controls or swipe-to-move.
- Frequent crashes and save/data-wipe issues, including progress loss when switching apps.
- Limited hardware keyboard support on iPadOS (no Magic Keyboard; Bluetooth keyboard compatibility reported as problematic).
- Some desktop-like customization and advanced features are missing or harder to access on mobile (e.g., name customization, advanced commands/config tweaks).

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