Hacking in Watch Dogs is one of the most important and distinctive features found in the game Watch Dogs . There are many ways to Hack into Chicago's infrastructure to produce a distraction, create a getaway route, or simply to cause mayhem. Below are all the ways we have found to hack your path through Watch Dogs.

Driving Around

The hacks that you can use while driving are very helpful when escaping from police or criminals. These hacks can also be used to easily take down a vehicle without having to use conventional weapons.

Raise Barriers

Barriers come in handy when you are trying to escape on the streets of Chicago. Duck down an alley, only to have your pursuers slam into poles that you just raised out of the ground! With them off of your tail, it will be much easier to duck away into Chicago.

Change Traffic Lights

One quick switch, and that red light is now green. Not only can you skate on through the grid, you can also cause accidents and traffic to back up for those who are after you.

Burst Steam Pipes

Want to totally destroy a section of the street? Steam Pipes are what you're looking for. Cause a massive eruption of steam that destroys the street (and even some cars in the immediate area) to take down enemies in cars, or to make a getaway.

advertisement

Raise and Lower Bridges

There are plenty of bridges across Chicago's streets, and now you're in control. Stop police from being able to access entire parts of the city, or create some sweet jumps to launch off of.

Change Electronic Billboards

Ever saw a sign on the road, and wanted to change it to say something more hilarious? Now's your chance! Although changing signs doesn't help much in fights or escape attempts, it's always funny.

Raise Tire Spikes

Know what really slows down cars? A flat tire. You can raise and lower these spikes to how you see fit to cause crazy blow outs.

In Combat

Don't put your phone down, even in the middle of a gunfight. There are several ways to use technology to your advantage and get the upper hand on your enemies.

Exploding Plates

Plates on the ground are loaded with electronics, and electronics can blow up. Wait for an enemy to get into position and KA-BAM! These can be triggered when you are currently controlling a camera as well.

Disrupt Comms

Hack into an enemy's helmet to make his radio go screwy. With feedback and other noise being blasted into his ears, the guard will either drop down in pain or start flailing around with his gun. Use this hack at a distance, then rush in for the kill.

Remote Trigger Grenades

It's possible to blow up a grenade that an enemy has on his person without the pin even being pulled. Use it to clear out forces without being seen, or to cause a big distraction while you make an escape.

Stealth

Want to induce havoc on Chicago without even being seen? Stick to the shadows, and let your computer skills do all the work.

Hacking Cameras

Hacking into cameras is one of the most basic hacks, and one you will probably end up doing the most. Get a good view of a building's layout, see where enemies may be hiding, or completely cripple Communications Centers without even getting out of your car.

Hacking On-Person Cameras

Sometimes, cameras don't always point in the direction you want them to. Thankfully, some people carry cameras on their vests. Hack into a camera that is attached to a person, and go for a ride into previously inaccessible areas.

Unlocking Doors

Is that door in your way locked? With a few quick button taps on your phone, this is no longer an issue!

Calling Elevators

Need to get to a higher floor in a building? Want to spook out some guards by calling for an elevator with no apparent passengers? Hack elevators to open and close their doors and to go to any other floor.

Distract Enemies

Is there a guard standing right by the exit that you need to go through? Look around for a phone lying out to play a sound clip, causing the guard to get startled and go in search of the source of the noise.

Causing Blackouts

Using a special device, it is possible to knock out all power in a small area. Streetlights go off, buildings go dark, and civilians all start to panic. It's the perfect cover for a sneaky escape.

Scrambling Communications