.hack//Games is a series of action role-playing video games developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The series is set in a fictional MMORPG called The World, where players explore, battle monsters, and uncover a mysterious storyline involving a virus that affects the game and its players. The original series consists of four main titles released for the PlayStation 2 between 2002 and 2003. Each game features a unique protagonist and continues the overarching narrative, blending gameplay with anime-style cutscenes. The franchise also includes anime adaptations, manga, and novels, expanding the lore of the hack universe.