Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 808 Ratings

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  1. Reconhope
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    Game is extremely addictive and fun more so than the first one because it is more challenging. Thank god the developers didn't **** out and make it easy when ppl complained the first one was hard. The story is interesting in the classic Dennation Games fashion.
  2. azgoodaz
    Jun 13, 2015
    10
    If you played the first Hotline Miami, then this is a no brainier. Just like the first one, this has to be one of the most addictive games that is under $20 dollars. If you get hit or get shot at, you will die. Once dead you have restart the level or checkpoint and its really stressful if you do. And thats what I truly like about this game. Even though its a great game, I'm sadly not oneIf you played the first Hotline Miami, then this is a no brainier. Just like the first one, this has to be one of the most addictive games that is under $20 dollars. If you get hit or get shot at, you will die. Once dead you have restart the level or checkpoint and its really stressful if you do. And thats what I truly like about this game. Even though its a great game, I'm sadly not one of those gamers that can read non-speakable text boxes so I normally skip all of that.

    If you liked Hotline Miami and wanted a longer storyline, more death, more killing, more blood and more weapons. You wont regret Hotline Miami 2. It might be a cheap game but its highly addictive and you wont stop playing it.    … Expand
  3. Riskyreview
    Mar 10, 2015
    10
    Even better then the first is the only way to describe this game!
    The gameplay is better the story is much more engaging then the first and the music is absolutely astonishing!
    Buy it and buy it now you even get a mask for Payday 2 if you're into that!
  4. PringleDringus
    Sep 24, 2015
    10
    Retro City Rampage meets Killer 7. The level design is pushed to its limits the story and characters are compelling, and the game as a whole has a fantastic, conclusive feel to it. If it interests you, you'll like it.
  5. neopoya
    Mar 10, 2015
    10
    I love the first game as one of my favourites, and i loved this one too. But i have to say it really changed more in a way some don't realize. Now it has a story, in fact its story is a mix of many different stories.

    The music changed in most of the levels trying to create atmosphere. I really like the soundtrack, but the one in the first game focused more in pumping you, which    I love the first game as one of my favourites, and i loved this one too. But i have to say it really changed more in a way some don't realize. Now it has a story, in fact its story is a mix of many different stories.

    The music changed in most of the levels trying to create atmosphere. I really like the soundtrack, but the one in the first game focused more in pumping you, which enhanced the psychodelic atmosphere of the game. Now it feels like a real story. And i still like more the way it was in the first game. But yeah, i loved it too overall and is perfect, just my opinion here.

    Its longer, its harder, it has more posibilities, more characters, level editor, enhanced graphics? not sure if i should say it like this since the art style of the game is not about graphics... but its arts got really much more beautiful and there are many new effects and details which i found totally awesome and kickass.

    Maybe its downside (again) would be its AI... i'd love this to be improved... but oh well, nothing is perfect and never will be.

    For me, 2 of my all time favourite games. And still i know this is the kind of game you love or you hate when you first try it,

    Don't be an ass like i was, and many idiots are being for hating the game before trying it just because ""it looks like **** because, oh boy, it doesn't by any means.    … Expand
  6. BEELZEBUB4
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Harder, Better, Prettier. The story is well-built, new gameplay features are fun, new levels are challenging, new music is awesome, ear drilling and relevant at the same time. Hotline Miami just got bigger and heavier, and I am very happy to say that.
    P.S.
    -1 point because of buggy gameplay as Alex and Ash. Probably will be fixed sometime soon.
  7. Jankovic_
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    Hotline Miami 2 is not an improvement on Hotline Miami, rather it's a whole game of it's own. It may have a reference or two to the old one, but on its own, it differentiates itself enough to be considered on a different level.
    You follow an odd 7 or so psychopaths, detectives and soldiers through a grim "alternate history". The story is phenomenal, with a conclusion a-kin to a dream,    Hotline Miami 2 is not an improvement on Hotline Miami, rather it's a whole game of it's own. It may have a reference or two to the old one, but on its own, it differentiates itself enough to be considered on a different level.
    You follow an odd 7 or so psychopaths, detectives and soldiers through a grim "alternate history". The story is phenomenal, with a conclusion a-kin to a dream, asking questions about if anything was worth it. Again, the mystery and speculation from the fist game, is still here.
    Musically, the game has been modernised, and this would be a little problematic, if it weren't for the score being utterly stellar. Music is slow and depressing in some areas, and fast and "violent" in others. Graphically the game is still as OK as ever, besides a few improved visual effects.
    The only major problem is that the levels are massive. This is compensated for with the incredible diversity, but I cant help but feel that the drag on, not helped by the fact that they are designed to be harder than the last game.
    One final note: I think the developer's passion was paramount. You could really feel that the game was made by two really inspired guys (and a hundred other musicians). This means I can forgive all the shortcomings to some degree. I think everyone should stop comparing this masterpiece to the cult classic of 2012, because as a whole this is a very different game.    … Expand
  8. gdsmzroll
    Mar 13, 2015
    10
    You know there are many games made nowadays but the games that truly are worth buying and playing are the ones that provide you with the most effortless fun; and hotline miami 2 is that game. Its really everything I expected out of the sequel. More violence, longer and more engaging story, amazing soundtrack, and more complex and difficult levels. Sure the difficulty can be a bitYou know there are many games made nowadays but the games that truly are worth buying and playing are the ones that provide you with the most effortless fun; and hotline miami 2 is that game. Its really everything I expected out of the sequel. More violence, longer and more engaging story, amazing soundtrack, and more complex and difficult levels. Sure the difficulty can be a bit cumbersome, but how was Hotline miami never difficult?. "Oh i cant go around hitting people aimlessly, i have to actually device a strategy thats why this game sucks" This kind of complaint goes to show how peple want games to be spoonfeeded to them and have all the work done. Like Dark Souls, Hotline miami 1 and 2 prove the real value of a game is in its unique artistic design and not in the quantity of every-other-game elements in it. I highly reccommend this game to everyone who had or played the first one and hope you make a damn bloody mess just like I did.… Expand
  9. SixIsMyName
    Mar 20, 2015
    10
    There is absolutely no doubt in my mind, that this game is a step up from its predecessor. With more weapons, a better story, and more masks. I definitely recommend picking this one up! Also, as a bonus, people with Payday 2, you get a free mask! (At least when I bought it it gave it to me, although this might be different to you.)

    Definitely worth picking up, and playing over and over    There is absolutely no doubt in my mind, that this game is a step up from its predecessor. With more weapons, a better story, and more masks. I definitely recommend picking this one up! Also, as a bonus, people with Payday 2, you get a free mask! (At least when I bought it it gave it to me, although this might be different to you.)

    Definitely worth picking up, and playing over and over again!
    10/10    … Expand
  10. Da_Metz
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    Hotline Miami 2 is a game that was created due to popular demand however this being said Hotline Miami 2 is an amazing game on virtually the same par of Hotline Miami! With a more detailed and added story explaining the chronicles of events that took place before the first game, during the first game and finally directly following the ending of the first game, with added comics thisHotline Miami 2 is a game that was created due to popular demand however this being said Hotline Miami 2 is an amazing game on virtually the same par of Hotline Miami! With a more detailed and added story explaining the chronicles of events that took place before the first game, during the first game and finally directly following the ending of the first game, with added comics this poured gas on the fire for a plethora of fans who where already donning their animal masks ready for the next edition to the games two part series. Keeping the soundtrack in the same violent/neon colored overtone Hotline Miami 2 saw returning artists such as Perturbator, Moon and many others as well as some new coming artists to the series such as Mega Drive and El Tig3r adds to the unforgiving nature of the game and the feeling of pure satisfaction after completing such a seemingly impossible task.

    This game is one to remember!    … Expand
  11. VagueShape
    Feb 25, 2016
    10
    All the things you loved about the first HM, only with improved story telling, vastly improved boss designs and an even better soundtrack.

    Most of the haters are just mad the levels are much larger and actually take some thought to complete. Unlike in HM 1 where you could just strap on the tony mask and melee combo the entire stage in 30 seconds. While its actually an improvement in    All the things you loved about the first HM, only with improved story telling, vastly improved boss designs and an even better soundtrack.

    Most of the haters are just mad the levels are much larger and actually take some thought to complete. Unlike in HM 1 where you could just strap on the tony mask and melee combo the entire stage in 30 seconds. While its actually an improvement in overall challenge of the game, their perfected rush down playstyle is no longer viable in every situation. So they claim its "no fun." That is far from the truth however, the game is much more refined and offers a lot of really good new qualities.

    Only downside is....we STILL haven't gotten the level editor that was promised at launch.    … Expand
  12. Iamthetony
    Jan 14, 2016
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played at pc: simple controls, nice story , great characters ,amazing levels testing player's skill (for example Blood money is testing can you see where your chrosshair is) also the developer always do something for the comunity
  13. Macky100
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    I love this game. It feels like the first one but better in gameplay, story, and music.
  14. FalconBlook
    May 24, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've played this game for almost 3 years, people ask me if i get bored, i don't really play it that much but this game is just so fun, i think it's a great game for releasing your anger so you'll feel relaxed, no words for how incredible this game is… Expand
  15. TheLordius
    Aug 6, 2018
    10
    I like the different character mechanic,the gameplay is extremely fun,smooth,the music is masterful,the story is complex,weird and interesting to figure out,the masks attributes are fun,the level design is similar to the first game (if you liked Hotline Miami's level design,you'll find it great),the plot is rather addicting and really entertaining to see what's next (many people complainI like the different character mechanic,the gameplay is extremely fun,smooth,the music is masterful,the story is complex,weird and interesting to figure out,the masks attributes are fun,the level design is similar to the first game (if you liked Hotline Miami's level design,you'll find it great),the plot is rather addicting and really entertaining to see what's next (many people complain about it but i think it's as good as the first game's plot,even better maybe,more complete,more things to expect),the replayability is massive (already completed the game 4-5 times),more content than Hotline Miami 1,more things to see and i highly recommend to anyone,buy it on Steam especially on Sales where you can find it 4 bucks.For its price 15$ and 4$ with Sales on PC it's really worth a 10/10.And about the graphics,they're amazing for a shoot em up game,not requiring a beast PC (awesome to look at) The game runs smooth and I personally love the 80's/90's style.Go buy the game,son.… Expand
  16. Kx1
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    The story of this game is simply amazing. Perfect combination of Lynch, Jacob's Ladder (?) and other obvious references like Drive, Miami Vice, early Tarantino stuff - You really need to dig deeper (lot of reviewers didn't) to understand this convoluted plot, but it is definately worth it. I would love to make a 'none-gore focused' movie out of this.

    Btw the gameplay is better than the    The story of this game is simply amazing. Perfect combination of Lynch, Jacob's Ladder (?) and other obvious references like Drive, Miami Vice, early Tarantino stuff - You really need to dig deeper (lot of reviewers didn't) to understand this convoluted plot, but it is definately worth it. I would love to make a 'none-gore focused' movie out of this.

    Btw the gameplay is better than the first game as well in my opinions.    … Expand
  17. nintendo-sekta
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    Игра идеальна. Идеальное продолжение и окончание сюжета серии. В ней есть всё что нужно: музыка, сюжет, персонажи, добивания. Игра уже не такая лёгкая что идёт на пользу.
  18. 4ya5h1
    May 10, 2022
    10
    in this game you dont need to think or understand whats going on you just go and kill run and kill open doors and kill. soundtrack is perfect i loved it, gameplay is awesome, fast and fun. plot is not understandable. dunno wtfs going on
  19. PaulKorsky
    May 13, 2021
    10
    Я её обожаю, это одна из моих самых любимых игр вообще, и возвращаться к ней время от времени - потрясающе.
  20. PeanutMaster
    Feb 15, 2020
    10
    I think Hotline Miami 2 Wrong Number is better than previous chapter. Story is more understandable. Music is awesome. Gameplay is really cool. I think that's not fair that HM2 has only 72 rating score. I'd like to erase my memory and play this game again. That's awesome
  21. Chubac
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    Just as good (if not better) as the original. I don't know why many dislike this game.
  22. DragoDorits
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece.

    In comparison to the first one, everything has been improved. More likeable characters (which also means more fluid and different gameplay), and supremely tight controls and game feel. Little things, like the more detailed sprites, the fact that (almost) everything one shots everything, and even more just make it an unforgettable experience.
  23. Hsjs
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Step 1: kick the door down
    Step 2: kill dude that got hit with the door
    Step 3: get killed by some fat dude that saw you through a window
    Step 4: press R to restart
    Welcome to life.
  24. Pliskinsnake
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Go buy it now go buy it now go buy it now ddddffhjjyhhghfbhvffhfhfjfjfhfjfhgjghgjhtjmk
  25. Sa3d_bruh
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Definitely top 5 games of all time,easily best indie game plus the soundtrack is the best in entertainment
  26. LepreJacket
    Jun 25, 2021
    10
    Просто пиздато.Добавить конкретно нечего.Прекрасное продолжение, которое вместило в себя и спин-офф.
  27. Tromble
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is a mechanically and narratively perfect sequel to Hotline Miami.

    This games difficulty curse starts where the original left off which is a rare and marvelous thing to see in games.

    Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is easily one of the greatest games I have ever played.
  28. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Много новых персонажей, дали ответ на множество вопросов, а также дали немного новых. Обожаю вторую часть за еще более выверенный геймплей, за еще более трогающие историю и музыку.
  29. Elmatatan
    May 20, 2022
    10
    A very misunderstood game, honestly a master piece in gameplay and storytelling .
  30. dl_MARFI_lb
    Jul 10, 2022
    10
    This game - is the best top-down shooter in my opinion. It isn't perfect, but hey - nothing is perfect.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 67 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 67
  3. Negative: 4 out of 67
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    May 13, 2015
    84
    Dark, violent, thought-provoking and powerful. Although satisfying, Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is not the masterpiece its predecessor was. [Apr 2015]
  2. Gaming Age
    May 8, 2015
    42
    Dennation had a hit. It was dumb, it was violent, it was addictive. What it wasn’t, was mean. It wasn’t punishing. It wasn’t gross. By trying to go further, and bigger, and better, Dennation spoiled a winning recipe
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 6, 2015
    83
    '80s style and sociopathic stealth return in the bitingly hard, brilliant-but-unfocused sequel. [May 2015, p.56]
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