.hack Collection
.hack (pronounced "Dot Hack") is a Japanese multimedia franchise that encompasses two projects: Project .hack and .hack Conglomerate. They were primarily created and developed by CyberConnect2, and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The series features an alternative history setting in the rise of the new millennium regarding the technological rise of a new version of the internet following a major global computer network disaster in the year 2005, and the mysterious events regarding the wildly popular fictional massively multiplayer online role-playing game The World. The series mainly comprises anime and video game titles which have been subsequently adapted into manga, novels, and other related media.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The .hack Collection has evolved significantly over a span of -9 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 7 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.3/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.3. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," .hack Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with .hack//Legend of the Twilight: Let's Meet Offline standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the .hack Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the .hack Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
.hack//Legend of the Twilight: Let's Meet Offline
It's a short story about the characters from .hack// Legend of the Twilight meeting offline. It's more to hear than to see. It shows only backgrounds from the r...
.hack//GIFT
Helba has prepared a special hot springs for the .hack characters so they could get some rest and relaxation. Kite, Elk, Tsukasa, Mimiru and many other characte...
.hack//G.U. Returner
The characters receive an email from Ovan requesting them to go to Δ Hidden Forbidden Festival where a mysterious summer festival is set up. There they encounte...
.hack//G.U. Trilogy
Join Haseo on his quest to track down Tri-Edge, the devious PK responsible for leaving one of his closest friends in a coma. Along the way he meets Atolli, a ge...
.hack//Quantum
Tobias, Mary, and Sakuya are way into the The World. Together, they form an inseparable group, grinding toward the break of day and running dungeons in search o...
.hack//Beyond the World
In 2024, the computer network prevails throughout the daily life. Arishiro Sora is a 14 year old girl. One day, she is invited to an online game "The World". Af...
.hack//Versus: The Thanatos Report
Bundled along with a free game, .hack//Versus, on the .hack//Sekai no Mukou ni Blu-ray disc, is a special called "The Thanatos Report". This special connects th...
Common Questions about .hack Collection
How many movies are in the .hack Collection?
There are currently 7 movies in the .hack Collection, starting from .hack//Beyond the World to the latest release, .hack//Legend of the Twilight: Let's Meet Offline.
What is the best order to watch the .hack Collection?
The best way to watch the .hack Collection is usually in release order: starting with .hack//Beyond the World and ending with .hack//Legend of the Twilight: Let's Meet Offline. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the .hack Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for .hack//Legend of the Twilight: Let's Meet Offline in this franchise.