Terminal Descent – A browser-based cyberpunk text adventure in your terminal

Summary: Terminal Descent is a browser game where players hack through a corrupted digital network called The Lattice using a customizable cyberdeck. It features adaptive security systems and multiple play styles, combining combat, stealth, hacking, and social interaction in a text-based interface.

What it does

The game runs entirely in the browser using React 19 and xterm.js, rendering real ANSI output with client-server communication over WebSocket. It offers two modes: Classic terminal and Modern with a live HUD displaying real-time gauges and skill tracking.

Who it's for

It targets players interested in cyberpunk-themed text adventures and immersive hacking simulations within a terminal environment.

Why it matters

Terminal Descent recreates the experience of hacking sequences from cyberpunk fiction by making the terminal the core gameplay interface rather than a minigame.