Hotline Miami

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1873 Ratings

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  1. JoaoRodarte
    Jan 21, 2014
    9
    Let me break it all to you guys, this game is for those who enjoy: 1) GTA I & II, 2) Psychodelic/Progressive Music, 3) Arcade rush, 4) Arcade Graphics

    Pure 80's/90's awesome.
  2. DrNo0
    Nov 18, 2013
    10
    I think this game made it to my top 10 its fast paced action old school graphics and has nice music. The theme of the game is also very good along with the 80s setting
  3. OrangeHeadset
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Fenomenal experience. it is such an incredible game which you will need to play in order to see how incredible it really is. The soundtracks and the storyline completely mesmerize me into a virtual reality.
  4. KingMob4313
    Aug 21, 2013
    10
    A Subversive, disturbing, addictive game and packaged with an unrivaled soundtrack that produces a not-entirely-stable altered state in my brain. It's 180 proof distillation of 80's Miami Vice nostalgia, pseudo 12bit gaming, gore-a-fied violence, and corset tight gameplay combined with neurosis inducing difficulty.

    It also digs into the narrative and psychology of wearing masks (do you    A Subversive, disturbing, addictive game and packaged with an unrivaled soundtrack that produces a not-entirely-stable altered state in my brain. It's 180 proof distillation of 80's Miami Vice nostalgia, pseudo 12bit gaming, gore-a-fied violence, and corset tight gameplay combined with neurosis inducing difficulty.

    It also digs into the narrative and psychology of wearing masks (do you wear the mask, or does it wear you?) and on whether questions need to be answered to provide a compelling story.

    And the music? My god. From wild spaced out country-influenced-dub, to psychotic driving electro and exposed-nerve disco. The music will be slithering around in your brain long after your eyes lose their bloodshot state you gained from playing the game.

    Even in a year with some incredible releases like Mass Effect 3 and Walking Dead, this is my Game of the Year for 2012.

    ...It makes me want to buy a mask.    … Expand
  5. MattoJacko
    Aug 14, 2013
    9
    This is probably the bloodiest and violent games I've ever played. You wouldn't think that working your way through a stage and getting it all wiped because of one bullet would be so fun. You're forced to play fast-paced and almost thoughtlessly if you want to get a good score at the end of the chapter.

    You'll find yourself pressing 'R' to restart more than any other button and you'll    This is probably the bloodiest and violent games I've ever played. You wouldn't think that working your way through a stage and getting it all wiped because of one bullet would be so fun. You're forced to play fast-paced and almost thoughtlessly if you want to get a good score at the end of the chapter.

    You'll find yourself pressing 'R' to restart more than any other button and you'll find yourself doing the same thing on a chapter over and over again until you eventually do it. But somehow whether it be the psychadelic soundtrack or the flashing background this game is still amazingly fun and replayable.    … Expand
  6. Underpants158
    Dec 8, 2013
    9
    Pros:
    -Simple and challenging gameplay
    -The challenge isn't frustrating as much as it is motivating -Good soundtrack -Lot of sprite on sprite violence. Cons: -Gameplay is rather repetitive -Story kind of fizzles out and the end is just thrown in last minute. -7 hours long...or less if youre better at video games than me Conclusion: While gameplay is repetitive it never really    Pros:
    -Simple and challenging gameplay
    -The challenge isn't frustrating as much as it is motivating
    -Good soundtrack
    -Lot of sprite on sprite violence.

    Cons:
    -Gameplay is rather repetitive
    -Story kind of fizzles out and the end is just thrown in last minute.
    -7 hours long...or less if youre better at video games than me
    Conclusion: While gameplay is repetitive it never really feels repetitive. The challenge always keeps it interesting even though you're basically doing the same thing (killing everybody in the room) every level. If you enjoy older style of games like asteroid, pacman, and space invaders where it's the same thing every level but just on a different map or with slight tweaks then you'll love this. For some reason it reminds me of the movie "Drive" with Ryan Gosling.    … Expand
  7. Zekraviax
    Aug 24, 2013
    8
    A strange title, but definitely worth checking out. The gameplay is intense, involving a lot of trial and error. The graphics really are from the 80's, just like the setting of the game, though. But what surprised me the most is the story. There is a surprisingly deep story, considering we're talking about Hotline Miami. A lot of things change over the chapters, all driven by the story.A strange title, but definitely worth checking out. The gameplay is intense, involving a lot of trial and error. The graphics really are from the 80's, just like the setting of the game, though. But what surprised me the most is the story. There is a surprisingly deep story, considering we're talking about Hotline Miami. A lot of things change over the chapters, all driven by the story. But I think that the addictive gameplay is what hooks people the most.
    The game doesn't know the definition of the word 'mercy', and you will be driven to play. But it's so goddamn hard sometimes! Congratulations to the developers for creating such a game.    … Expand
  8. CleverSlogan
    Feb 7, 2013
    9
    Fantastic question asker that brings you into the mind of a serial killer with a massive rewarding ending that doesn't leave you questioning with enjoyable combat and massive replay ability that makes you want to just improve on everything you do in the game
  9. Evernight57
    Feb 13, 2013
    9
    Pros:
    Unique in the best way
    Fantastic music
    Tactile controls and combat
    Fantastic Music

    Cons:
    Over too soon
    Story kinda goes no where

    Overall:
    A top down, 16 bit, murder spree? Heavy Techno beats? Tense, trial and error gameplay? A strange but addicting combination that hypnotizes without frustrating.
  10. sayedstafa
    Feb 19, 2013
    8
    It's unique. You have to try to kill everyone on the floor without taking a single hit, otherwise you die and have to start that floor all over. So it's not exactly a top-down shooter/hack an slash game since you have to try to perfect each section without even getting hit, it's almost more of a puzzle game, but it's hard to place this down in a genre. The presentation is very ugly, butIt's unique. You have to try to kill everyone on the floor without taking a single hit, otherwise you die and have to start that floor all over. So it's not exactly a top-down shooter/hack an slash game since you have to try to perfect each section without even getting hit, it's almost more of a puzzle game, but it's hard to place this down in a genre. The presentation is very ugly, but that's intentional, it adds to the style. The music is notable as well. If you're interested, it's worth checking out.… Expand
  11. PlaySphereDE
    Feb 21, 2013
    8
    „Hotline Miami“ is a great ultrabrutal arcade shooter with fast pace action. With some unlockables and a heavy difficulty you simply cannot make something wrong. If you're not a moralizer, get this game!
  12. mertcank97
    Nov 7, 2013
    9
    Hotline gives you a different game-play style. I wish there was a CO-OP mode also, but it is still perfect game in Singleplayer. You can not compare Hotline Miami with any other game. It is unique in these days i think. It brings some good memories from "old days". And you never get bored, but sometimes, you just feel that, missions repeat themselves. Still a good game.
  13. ChemaBelmont
    Oct 7, 2013
    10
    This game is perfect, a flashback to the old times of gaming. Excellent controls, a certain need for strategy while playing, lovely graphics and catchy tunes. The plot is crazy but intriguing, and once you finish it you feel like playing again to get all the unlockables and secrets.
    If you like old school games this is a must.
  14. Seryin
    Jul 19, 2013
    9
    Awesome Indie game!
    I loved the theme and story of this game, they were really well done. They could not have done any better at creating an old school/retro feel to the game.
    The gameplay/combat is basically "trial and error." It can be challenging at first, because it is extremely unique, but it grows on you. This has become my go-to game when I don't have a lot of time but need to be    Awesome Indie game!
    I loved the theme and story of this game, they were really well done. They could not have done any better at creating an old school/retro feel to the game.
    The gameplay/combat is basically "trial and error." It can be challenging at first, because it is extremely unique, but it grows on you.
    This has become my go-to game when I don't have a lot of time but need to be violent for a few minutes.
    I want so badly to give this game a 10/10. But at a base price of 10 bucks, I have to chop a point off for lack of content vs. price.    … Expand
  15. theneomaster
    May 29, 2013
    9
    Hotline Miami is a top-down fast paced action shooter with an excellent story and alternative 80's artstyle. I won't spoil too much but as you progress the story you unlock masks, which give you special abilities. You start out with a rooster mask that does nothing, but eventually you work your way up to masks that let you move faster or start with a knife. I can understand why someHotline Miami is a top-down fast paced action shooter with an excellent story and alternative 80's artstyle. I won't spoil too much but as you progress the story you unlock masks, which give you special abilities. You start out with a rooster mask that does nothing, but eventually you work your way up to masks that let you move faster or start with a knife. I can understand why some people call it repetitive but it's only repetitive if you make it. There are tons of masks, weapons and different tactics to try out.

    Overall, an utterly amazing game. The screenshots and previews simply don't do it justice, I implore you to buy it.    … Expand
  16. tehace
    Dec 21, 2013
    9
    not sure whats wrong with the negative opinions, the game is responsive and fast peaced, if you pllayed for about 5 minutes and broke your keyboard out of frustration you're doing it wrong. Yes the game might seem 'hard' at first since you can die easily but once you play a bit and figure that you can actually take out 2 guys with guns with a mele weapon just by being quick and when younot sure whats wrong with the negative opinions, the game is responsive and fast peaced, if you pllayed for about 5 minutes and broke your keyboard out of frustration you're doing it wrong. Yes the game might seem 'hard' at first since you can die easily but once you play a bit and figure that you can actually take out 2 guys with guns with a mele weapon just by being quick and when you score your 4+ combo for the first time I think that you will enjoy it much better.

    About the repetitiveness if you measure it by the fact that you're doing the same thing than yeah 90% of the games are repetitive. Enemies doesnt always spawn the same way, sometimes they open doors and check other areas sometime they dont.

    The graphics are as they are, like 90s games were, you can clearly tell that by the screenshots so you're aware of what you're buying. You might like it or not, its relative thing. If you played better 'flash games' list them I'm curious about that.    … Expand
  17. BudSpencer
    May 13, 2013
    10
    This game is a 10 out of 10, because it´s giving you goosebumps with its soundtrack, gameplay, gore, design and story. It´s polished, it´s the personification of the 80´s. Ever wanted a real Miami game, a cold gory fascinating, rewarding game? Something perfect like this is rare. This is an important game of this generation. Watch Drive play Hotline Miami and maybe some GTA Vice City.This game is a 10 out of 10, because it´s giving you goosebumps with its soundtrack, gameplay, gore, design and story. It´s polished, it´s the personification of the 80´s. Ever wanted a real Miami game, a cold gory fascinating, rewarding game? Something perfect like this is rare. This is an important game of this generation. Watch Drive play Hotline Miami and maybe some GTA Vice City. There was a time people felt great, the 80´s. Best Movies, best music, beaches, it gives you such a nostalgic feeling even if you are not from the 80´s. It´s incredible. No bugs, perfect, challenging gameplay, addiction to the soundtrack, Awesome and fair Level Design. This game is like Metro or Stalker. The atmosphere will grab you and you will never forget this game! BUY IT! BUY IT NOW!… Expand
  18. periquayo
    Feb 11, 2014
    8
    Worth playing. Very entertaining. Amaaazing music. For an indie game is a big ten, no doubt. The gameplay it's very addictive. It also has a catchy storyline I would say. Hoping for more games of these guys!!
  19. yomarz
    May 7, 2013
    8
    Hotline Miami is definitely one of the most unique and fascinatingly brutal games to come out in a while. It lures you in under the guise of a retro experience, but once it has you in its long, greasy, blood-stained hands it will keep you there until the credits roll. Its nonstop, run-and-gun game play keeps the player invested and open to trying new ways to complete each of the game'sHotline Miami is definitely one of the most unique and fascinatingly brutal games to come out in a while. It lures you in under the guise of a retro experience, but once it has you in its long, greasy, blood-stained hands it will keep you there until the credits roll. Its nonstop, run-and-gun game play keeps the player invested and open to trying new ways to complete each of the game's extremely challenging levels. The visual style is fantastic, presenting itself in a dirty VHS tape, late 80s vibe that is equal parts Scarface and Vice City. Also, the game is better played with a controller, as touchy mouse controls make aiming and fighting significantly harder in my opinion.… Expand
  20. Koren
    May 17, 2013
    10
    Game is awesome soundtrack is awesome price is awesome graphics are correct. This game is just awesome.
    Runs on Windows, Mac and Linux (Linux port is planned for may, so in max 10 days we have it). 10/10 nothing more to say.
  21. K1ll3r2100
    Nov 19, 2013
    9
    this is isnt about the damn grapichs story or characters....
    one of the best things in this game is the soundtrack...but i really loved this cause of the fact that you die as easly as your enemies...
    all the 8-16 kids are about the "ugly" grapichs..this is a retro game..it isnt for "hipsters" its a game for "veteran" games..who worent born with fancy grapichs...i have ppl who only like    this is isnt about the damn grapichs story or characters....
    one of the best things in this game is the soundtrack...but i really loved this cause of the fact that you die as easly as your enemies...
    all the 8-16 kids are about the "ugly" grapichs..this is a retro game..it isnt for "hipsters" its a game for "veteran" games..who worent born with fancy grapichs...i have ppl who only like games for theyr grapichs..
    im 14..but i accept and like many many games..i started playing game from when i was 6 and at the age or 10-11 i finally discovered that games arent about grapichs...
    of couse if the grapichs are really bad (for that year) and it isnt an indie or an retro game as this is it usualy means that the hole game wont be the best..
    i loved this game..some ppl just nead to realize that games arent only about grapichs    … Expand
  22. ReviewsForFolks
    Jul 30, 2013
    8
    Smash people with various tools to create a mighty retro violent rampage and sing along with the lovely tunes of this game. Available now for Sega Dreamcast.
  23. SegaSailor
    Jul 6, 2013
    10
    Rarely has a game completely captivated me only once or twice is a gamer captivated and blown away by what is in essence an awesome game that makes you realize why you play video games at all. The first ever video game to captivate me and instantly make me smile was outrun on the master system then grand theft auto on the ps one baldurs gate on the pc and now hotline miami is ranked amongRarely has a game completely captivated me only once or twice is a gamer captivated and blown away by what is in essence an awesome game that makes you realize why you play video games at all. The first ever video game to captivate me and instantly make me smile was outrun on the master system then grand theft auto on the ps one baldurs gate on the pc and now hotline miami is ranked among them. I believe a 10 out of 10 game is original and instantly captivating and hotline miami does this graphically its fun and retro and makes sense to why it is done in this way, the story strange weird and surreal and edgy artistically done, the music simply best music ever in a video game quite possibly. Hotline miami is a game if you were born in the 80s and can remember robocop vs terminator for its sheer awesomeness this game has that is abundance. Hotline miami exhumes aura soul and personality in a simple way its all about quality outrun has it gta has it and hotline miami has it without doubt the best game iv played in the past couple of years and thats saying alot rarely can you call a game timeless a game where in 10 years time i know i will still play and have that strange complete satisfaction.… Expand
  24. omniscient
    Dec 27, 2013
    8
    Excellent indie game with unforgiving yet still satisfyingly fun game mechanics and a surprisingly good soundtrack. A friend of mine compared it to a Tarantino film, which is a worthy assessment.
  25. xSoul
    Jul 13, 2013
    8
    It was an enjoyable experience. It mixes together your quick reactions and your strategic thinking to complete a level. It punishes you on a single mistake however and I truly liked that aspect of this game. Overall, I think it was a great game but I found it to be quite short but definitely worth the price of 10 bucks.
  26. VideoGameCritic
    Aug 6, 2013
    8
    With a really good story and a dark environment, Hotline Miami is a very fast pace, top down shooter. With old school 16-bit graphics it looks awesome, the music is very unique and different for each level. There is not much I can say about this game because there are so many spoilers so I will leave you with some advice, PLAY THIS GAME!!!!!!!!
  27. SebboBastian
    Dec 24, 2018
    9
    Best muuuuurder game of this decade! I even have a tattoo as proof!

    Psychopathic atmosphere with one of the best game soundtracks out there.
  28. gNarNar
    Nov 2, 2013
    10
    An amazing game, if you like grand theft auto or man hunt you will like this game, if you dont like gta or manhunt YOU WILL STILL LIKE THIS GAME. ultra violent and retro.
  29. morrae
    Oct 18, 2013
    8
    Surprisingly, it's a very good game. It's really tense and difficult sometimes, but I can appreciate that. Controls are nice and responsive for a game like that. Violence is off the cart, so if you're against that, you should stay away. But who can be against that?))
    I didn't finish it so I don't understand the storyline that good, it was really cryptic for the first half of the game. But    Surprisingly, it's a very good game. It's really tense and difficult sometimes, but I can appreciate that. Controls are nice and responsive for a game like that. Violence is off the cart, so if you're against that, you should stay away. But who can be against that?))
    I didn't finish it so I don't understand the storyline that good, it was really cryptic for the first half of the game. But the art style and overall experience was great. I highly recommend that game.    … Expand
  30. Sam_PUG
    Oct 19, 2013
    9
    Definitely one of the best games I have ever played. Once you get into it you will be hooked. Even if you are playing the same level over and over trying to complete it whilst swearing and smashing your desk at every failure, the thrill of beating the hardest levels will keep you playing. The soundtrack is also fantastic, you will spend hours in a pumped up Hot Line Miami trance. A must have game!
  31. silversurfpunk
    Jan 22, 2014
    10
    This harsh gritty top down arcade style shoot'em up, is one of the greatest indie games ever made. Everything in this game is flawless, the art, the music, the controls, and the story. Let's start with the art style, the game has an interesting mix of retro pixel art mixed with some bright colors and trippy visuals later on in the game. The its hard not to keep looking at the screenThis harsh gritty top down arcade style shoot'em up, is one of the greatest indie games ever made. Everything in this game is flawless, the art, the music, the controls, and the story. Let's start with the art style, the game has an interesting mix of retro pixel art mixed with some bright colors and trippy visuals later on in the game. The its hard not to keep looking at the screen because the art just has you so mystified. Next is the music. The music is so wonderful, its a mix of 8-bit old school video game style music, with techno and its so dark and catchy. The music matches the game perfectly. Third the controls. Not much to say, easy, simple , fluid. But most importantly fun, they get really fun really fast. The fast pace of the game perfectly match the fast controls, and easy learning curve but longer mastery curve. Last the story. The plot is given in bits and pieces, and very cryptic. But when its all over all the pieces come together and you loose your mind. You really feel like YOU the player just witnessed some one loose their mind. Everything about this game adds not only great replayability value its so much fun for under ten dollars (even cheaper if you wait for a sale on steam). All in all this is a great game.… Expand
  32. Draculamarth
    Nov 5, 2013
    8
    Finally, we have an indie game that gets it. I can't say I'm surprised some people hate this game, and I thought I was going to hate it too, but I actually like it. It's got a methodical pace that you wouldn't expect from a "top-down shooter" as some "remarkably gifted" reviewer claimed it was. Also, awesome soundtrack.
  33. PtolemyAFX
    Nov 7, 2013
    9
    Hotline Miami is an excellent game, up there in the best games I've played this year. Challenging, lightning-paced action abound as you make your way through apartments, nightclubs and other mobster hideouts, brutally murdering every living thing in your path.

    The controls, gameplay and frame rate are incredibly fluid, lending you total control and further enhancing the furiously fast    Hotline Miami is an excellent game, up there in the best games I've played this year. Challenging, lightning-paced action abound as you make your way through apartments, nightclubs and other mobster hideouts, brutally murdering every living thing in your path.

    The controls, gameplay and frame rate are incredibly fluid, lending you total control and further enhancing the furiously fast action. You play from a bird's eye angle so you always have an idea of what's going on and how to quickly deal with any problems, yet also allows you to witness the full glory of your rampage.

    There's a great scoring system in place too which encourages players to be creative in their bloody massacres, and there's plenty of A+ grades, weapons and unique, ability-boosting masks to go after.

    The game oozes style, with a truly phenomenal soundtrack (if you don't get this game, listen to the soundtrack alone!), and it perfectly captures that idiosyncratic atmosphere of 80s Miami, drenched in neon and blood. It certainly doesn't hold back, either; you'll be regularly blowing limbs off with shotguns, bashing skulls to a pulp with baseball bats and iron bars, hacking people to bits with machetes, and a lot worse, so make sure you have a strong stomach.

    The only real flaw I can mention is the very out-of-place stealth section; it greatly damages the momentum and is poorly designed.

    Otherwise, the game is superb, totally worth its price, and I strongly recommend it to anyone who loves their action.    … Expand
  34. OfficialMA
    Nov 10, 2013
    9
    This game is one of the best games I have ever picked up on Steam! It is extremely addictive and the soundtrack is brilliant! The only bad thing about this game is that the storyline is very weak.
  35. MarcosRV
    Dec 1, 2013
    9
    Old-school game mechanics. Engrossing, well-written storyline. Awesome soundtrack and 80s ambientation. The greatest surprise of 2012, there's nothing to dislike in this game.
  36. grrrr
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    Hotline Miami is an incredible game. It's graphics is good-lookingand soundtrack is amazing. I am looking forward for Hotline Miami 2, I hope it will not disapoint me.
  37. torghalo
    Dec 25, 2013
    9
    Atmosphere, gameplay mechanics, difficulty, artistic concept, psychedelic experience, awesome music etc. makes Hotline Miami a really good game. Totally worth playing, but beware of some bugs and a lot of unreasonable things happening.
  38. somedude14
    May 8, 2016
    8
    Great graphics and soundtrack, small levels make for incredible bite-sized over-the-top action. Lots and lots and lots of gore. Not much story but I wasn't expecting one.
  39. MegaEike
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    Incredibly addictive, fast paced,stealth game, even after finishing it, you'll get yourself playing again just for fun, quick rounds, challenging and simple commands, perfect.
  40. Triggrd
    Dec 14, 2015
    9
    PURE GAME ART

    don't get buyblocked by the **** graphics, this Scandinavian basement dweller diamond will be without a doubt known as one of the most memorable games of the 201X decade not only for the soundtrack but also for the whole grotesque brutal feeling that the game will leave you with

    it's absolutely unique and one of those games you think about even a long time after beating it
  41. jpacor
    Feb 8, 2018
    9
    Hotline Miami is amazing, and is my favorite indie game on the PS4. It is very difficult, and you will die a lot, but it rarely felt unfair. The action is fast-paced, frantic and gruesomely violent, and as soon as you die you are thrown back into the fire. Strategically killing enemies and finding the best way to move through each level is addicting and never boring. The story is alsoHotline Miami is amazing, and is my favorite indie game on the PS4. It is very difficult, and you will die a lot, but it rarely felt unfair. The action is fast-paced, frantic and gruesomely violent, and as soon as you die you are thrown back into the fire. Strategically killing enemies and finding the best way to move through each level is addicting and never boring. The story is also bizarre yet clever and enjoyable.

    And finally, the soundtrack: outstanding. Truly captures the vibe of late-80s partying in Miami.

    Hotline Miami is an absolute most for fans of rogue shooters, or action games in general.    … Expand
  42. RazorSamurai
    Jan 10, 2019
    8
    я когда узнал что хотлайн маями вышел в 12 году немного встал в ступор потому что как будто это было вчера а в 12 я только создал стим аккаунт вроде... У меня реально проблемы со временем и памятью. Но не суть, хотлайн маями хорошая игра и даже очень, но я не понимаю людей которые типа пиздят про то как правильно в неё играть типа набивай комбо собирай маски, вы че ебанулись? Это играя когда узнал что хотлайн маями вышел в 12 году немного встал в ступор потому что как будто это было вчера а в 12 я только создал стим аккаунт вроде... У меня реально проблемы со временем и памятью. Но не суть, хотлайн маями хорошая игра и даже очень, но я не понимаю людей которые типа пиздят про то как правильно в неё играть типа набивай комбо собирай маски, вы че ебанулись? Это игра проходняк которую один раз проходишь и слушая саундтрек вспоминаешь о нем как о хорошем сладком сне и все. Первая часть намного лучше второй а об этом я расскажу в обзоре второй части. В принципе всю благодарность надо выразить композиторам потому что без музыки точнее без этой музыки той самой драйвовой на которую я еще два года назад подсел но в саму игру прошел только недавно игра бы была без души. Почти всю работу делает музыка а поклацать по мышке это просто приятный бонус и не более. Так что твердую семерку игра заслуживает без проблем.… Expand
  43. NightGeisha
    Jan 1, 2019
    8
    Hotline Miami is a fantastic game that sits on top of they key stones:

    - Its exaggeratedly bloody VIOLENCE. - Its awesome MUSIC. - Its retro-style, arcade SIMPLICITY. Its "bloody brutal" and very challenging. Level after level we begin to see the game more as an impossible puzzle than as a top-down action game. One of those games to keep around, for that hours that I'm on it for    Hotline Miami is a fantastic game that sits on top of they key stones:

    - Its exaggeratedly bloody VIOLENCE.
    - Its awesome MUSIC.
    - Its retro-style, arcade SIMPLICITY.

    Its "bloody brutal" and very challenging. Level after level we begin to see the game more as an impossible puzzle than as a top-down action game.

    One of those games to keep around, for that hours that I'm on it for a "killing spree".    … Expand
  44. NotBanMePLZ
    May 17, 2019
    9
    Шедевральный саундтрек, че тут еще говорить. Геймплей тоже крутой хардкорный, очень хардкорный. Та вроде писать и неченого больше.
  45. POstAL_QueeN
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Все это неимоверно кайфовое безумие поглощает тебя с головой. Ты погружаешься в психоделическую реальность, но как она может называться реальностью, если ты куда-то погружаешься, задумайся. Ты ощущаешь превосходство над всеми и хочешь бесконечно доминировать. Тебя не остановить, ты не подашься слабине, не дашь себя взять. Ты будешь идти до конца и выполнять все поставленные задачи безВсе это неимоверно кайфовое безумие поглощает тебя с головой. Ты погружаешься в психоделическую реальность, но как она может называться реальностью, если ты куда-то погружаешься, задумайся. Ты ощущаешь превосходство над всеми и хочешь бесконечно доминировать. Тебя не остановить, ты не подашься слабине, не дашь себя взять. Ты будешь идти до конца и выполнять все поставленные задачи без упреков, чего бы тебе это не стоило. Ты один против всех, нет ни друзей, ни врагов, есть только периодически двигающеюся цели, не важно кто они, они умрут. Ты можешь умереть, но это не остановка, это не конец, это начало следующего безумия. Ты должен уяснить, что оно действительно тебя съест. Оно не остановиться ни перед чем, как и ты тоже, остановиться значит потерять разум, а потерять разум - это равносильно смерти. Лучше в сразу умереть, чем жить без разума.

    Атмосфера эпохи Майами 80-х просто зашкаливает. Я люблю эту эпоху по фильму "Лицо со шрамом" и по игре Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Эти два творения подарили мне много воспоминаний и положительных мыслей. В частности это завязано с преступностью, но это не важно. Третьим творением как раз оказалась эта игра, Hotline Miami. То что она творит с тобой - это превосходно. Это незабываемо. Это непередаваемо. И ты хочешь чтобы она творила это дальше. Музыка как будто переносит тебя куда-то (у меня есть теория, что у каждого это куда-то свое). Ты не можешь поверить в то, что есть место прекрасней, ты уже в этом мире, тебе не надо уходить. Тебе надо убивать.

    Убийство, убийство и ещё раз убийство. Это неотъемлемая и главная часть (я бы даже сказал цель, цель в самом обширном понятии этого слова). Вы нигде не увидите такого влечения убийству, как в этой игре. Я ещё раз хочу уточнить, здесь убийство - это цель. Не надо, пожалуйста сравнивать с Hitman или еще с чем не будь, там совершенно другая задумка. Тут же убийство, как некое удовлетворение не понятного чувства, я бы так это назвал (знаю про телефон, но надо воображать масштабнее, далеко не все поймут меня в этом плане). Ты этим заряжаешься и как будто этим живешь, ты вынужден убивать. Но нельзя отрицать, что главный герой имеет к этому особый талант. Психоделика в плане убийства для удовлетворения, вполне может быть, я даже приемлю это больше всего. По сути, ты идешь на работу убивать, но ты получаешь удовлетворение, это уже не является работой, это отдых, приятный досуг. В глубинном подсознании может и работа, но ни как в действительности. А может это одна из миллиарда теорий, в этом творении их можно воссоздавать бесконечно.

    Психоделический шедевр, который покорил меня, покорил мой разум и душу. Заставил чтобы мне нравилось и теперь я тоже завишу, мне нужно удовлетворение в плане любви. Я должен испытывать неимоверную любовь к этой игре.    … Expand
  46. BigusDickus86
    Feb 12, 2019
    9
    It's a very addictive, fun and well made game. I highly recommend it to any hardcore gamer. This is not for casuals, in most situations it is a one hit kill for both you and your enemies. I completed the story in under 6 hours, being an average player. It also has great replay value, due to different masks you obtain throughout the game(which give you different skills/weapons).
  47. VincentVegan
    Mar 5, 2019
    8
    Dieses Spiel wird durch und durch durch den großartigen Soundtrack getragen. Ein regelrechter Trip.
  48. Noah-
    Mar 16, 2019
    8
    The gameplay is very fast and fun. I passed the game in one breath. Later, another 2 times passed. The game is very cool.
  49. bigfallow1
    Jun 27, 2019
    8
    * Unique visual style
    * Very cool high-quality music, straight shakes
    * Excellent blood effects and basically all effects. * Beats are felt, all animations and effects are super smooth * When you pass the level you need to return to the car, returning you go through the entire location, that is, in fact, this is a backtracking and you see all mess that you created of, all the corpses    * Unique visual style
    * Very cool high-quality music, straight shakes
    * Excellent blood effects and basically all effects.
    * Beats are felt, all animations and effects are super smooth
    * When you pass the level you need to return to the car, returning you go through the entire location, that is, in fact, this is a backtracking and you see all mess that you created of, all the corpses are destroyed furniture, its nice
    * Excellent sound design and quality
    * Interestingly implemented mechanics with masks    … Expand
  50. 608
    Nov 16, 2019
    10
    The gameplay is phenomenal, the variety of play styles and masks is amazing and the story is complicated but it really is heartbreaking. this game is great.
  51. felipguilera10
    Jan 30, 2020
    8
    Videojuego brutal, pero brutal de verdad en muchos sentidos. Brutal por lo sangriento que es. Brutal por lo tremendamente adictivo que es. Brutal porque no sabes que le esta pasando al personaje matando a centenares de mafiosos sin fin. El unico punto negativo que le veo al juego es la corta duración, a pesar de que es muy rejugable. Lo compre por 1,5€. Que más le puedo pedir?
  52. simrik
    Jan 31, 2020
    9
    Music 10/10
    Action 10/10
    Humor 9/10
    Gameplay 8/10

    Unfortunately in overall a bit short as a game in total.
  53. kezzyhko
    Jul 31, 2020
    8
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    Apr 26, 2022
    10
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  55. tipobaha
    May 29, 2014
    8
    I don't think even a little bit before i've played this game that massacre can be really funny and enjoyable. You don't afraid to die and this is the whole game's idea.
    Not a brilliant story, no good graphics(maybe this made the game original) but really amazing soundtracks with tasty game play. You need to give a try.
  56. GolovA
    Dec 30, 2015
    8
    Unique perspective and approach to the classical style of retro-walkie shooter. The gameplay comes down to your reaction skill run and slash - so prepare to die a lot... A LOT! :)
    Before you start playing though - one suggestion - accept that you are a masochist! :)) But really, my initial reaction to this Rogue one-shot-equals-death game was abysmal - i hated the game in the first    Unique perspective and approach to the classical style of retro-walkie shooter. The gameplay comes down to your reaction skill run and slash - so prepare to die a lot... A LOT! :)
    Before you start playing though - one suggestion - accept that you are a masochist! :)) But really, my initial reaction to this Rogue one-shot-equals-death game was abysmal - i hated the game in the first hour. But you know what, i gave it another try (in several months, i'll be honest) and this game is pretty good and very fun!
    Spelunky is better though! :)    … Expand
  57. sinadoom
    May 28, 2017
    8
    A simple yet incredibly entertaining top-down 2D game. Who'd have thought a game with pixel graphics where the entire premise consists of nothing but clearing out rooms of bad guys could be so satisfying?! What makes Hotline Miami awesome is not only the great soundtrack, but also that it rewards both good tactics and good reactions. You have to be very fast and deliberate about everyA simple yet incredibly entertaining top-down 2D game. Who'd have thought a game with pixel graphics where the entire premise consists of nothing but clearing out rooms of bad guys could be so satisfying?! What makes Hotline Miami awesome is not only the great soundtrack, but also that it rewards both good tactics and good reactions. You have to be very fast and deliberate about every movement, every kill, every shot, every throw and punch. An insta-death game which means you have to restart the level initially sounds frustrating, but the fact that there are no load times and the weapons available and enemy patterns are slightly different on each restart, as well as the amazing soundtrack, make this a joy to play and extremely rewarding when you can combo waves of enemies.

    There are plenty of satisfying skill-based games out there, but I've yet to come across one which makes me feel like a total badass every time in the same way that Hotline Miami does.    … Expand
  58. ChoicestGames
    Sep 20, 2014
    8
    The over-the-top violence in Hotline Miami might turn those of you away who don't like violent games but if you're able to stomach it, you'll notice there's actually more to the game than meets the eye thanks to its stealth/puzzle elements. You'll need a combination of wits and lightning reflexes, and you'll often find yourself cursing at how frustrating the game is at times, but withThe over-the-top violence in Hotline Miami might turn those of you away who don't like violent games but if you're able to stomach it, you'll notice there's actually more to the game than meets the eye thanks to its stealth/puzzle elements. You'll need a combination of wits and lightning reflexes, and you'll often find yourself cursing at how frustrating the game is at times, but with great difficulty comes a great sense of achievement when completing the levels. Combine these qualities with an awesome soundtrack inspired by music from the 80s and 90s and you'll want to keep playing this game to the end.… Expand
  59. ns0l
    Mar 18, 2014
    8
    Mad game, I love it. The animals masks, bloody idea. The characters are psychos. The dialogues at the start: "I'm here to show you how to kill people". I recommend this game. It feels dangerous and It's completely insane.
  60. PictoPirate
    May 17, 2017
    8
    Annoying, infuriating, addictive but above all else bloody good fun; Hotline Miami may cause you to hurl your pad across the room in frustration but you will almost certainly go scampering back after it seconds later to have another go.
  61. Rolento
    Feb 20, 2014
    9
    This thing hit all the right spots. It's retro and it's new, it's challenging and it's fun, it's serious and it's not, it's linear and it's subversive, it's atmospheric to the point of mysticism and it's actually crude reality. All the elements of the game from the graphics to the music to the plot to the gameplay mix together so well it's, pardon the pun, criminal. Plus, for an indie 2dThis thing hit all the right spots. It's retro and it's new, it's challenging and it's fun, it's serious and it's not, it's linear and it's subversive, it's atmospheric to the point of mysticism and it's actually crude reality. All the elements of the game from the graphics to the music to the plot to the gameplay mix together so well it's, pardon the pun, criminal. Plus, for an indie 2d game this has some shockingly realistic combat mechanics! Think about it: this is exactly what would happen if you burst into a building full of mafia thugs.

    ...minus the retry button.    … Expand
  62. Claytality
    Feb 11, 2020
    8
    Hotline Miami delivers a fast-paced, unforgiving, arcade style experience that is quite enjoyable. There are masks which change how your character does his killing. The music is good but all electronic. Short game but sweet. Good for speedrunning.

    Watch a video of the gameplay to get a feel for it.

    Bought for $2.50 on sale, played 7 hours, got half the achievements. Recommended.
  63. Annoymous1
    Oct 6, 2015
    9
    It is both a mix of frustration, as well as fun. The soundtrack is the main reason that I got into this game, with its 80s like mix of techno is amazing. The story is awesome, with its brutal history and its dark and depressing tone. The point system and masks are unique, and it almost seems like Smash TV, but a much more enjoyable and deep experience than Smash TV could be.
  64. azgoodaz
    Jun 13, 2015
    10
    Hotline Miami 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 ofHotline Miami 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.

    Don't underestimate Hotline Miami. It might be a cheap game but its highly addictive and you wont stop playing it.    … Expand
  65. SirJoseph
    Nov 2, 2014
    8
    Origin
    Hotline Miami is one of many in a wave of indie games that has risen to new gaming heights thanks to vociferous support from its community and general all round brilliance. Unlike most indie games though, it had an art style befitting of the date and setting - 1989 - that just gelled perfectly with the in-game antics and of course, engrossing soundtrack. A 2D, top down, violent,    Origin
    Hotline Miami is one of many in a wave of indie games that has risen to new gaming heights thanks to vociferous support from its community and general all round brilliance. Unlike most indie games though, it had an art style befitting of the date and setting - 1989 - that just gelled perfectly with the in-game antics and of course, engrossing soundtrack. A 2D, top down, violent, shooter, head f***, Hotline was designed by just 2 people (Jonatan Söderström & Dennis Wedin) and has since spawned various merchandise including artworks, figurines, outfits, masks and in more recently, a DLC collaboration with PAYDAY2 and later this year, the sequel - Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number, which I was lucky enough to play a level of it at EuroGamer, London.. there was some guy playing it before me, couldn't get past the level... heh heh heh

    Gameplay & Story
    The beginning of each level is reason enough to believe how insane the game can be. You chose and don a mask of many - each with their own specific trait - e.g. my favourite, Don Juan, a horse head mask, has the ability to kill enemies by opening a door on them. Add to that, a rooster, owl, pig, mole, a load of other common variety animals! The significance? Hell if I know.. but 3 of the masks are worn by some random people who occasionally show up in your apartment and indulge in random conversation - from explanations, accusations and plain and simple hostility. After each level, you retreat to your apartment where you await a phone-call telling you something along the lines of 'I need some laundry picked up' or 'kids kicked a football through my window' - code for drugs and murder usually.

    Using a standard Xbox controller, Hotline has a fairly tough initiation into the game. One analogue stick to move, the other circling your character for aiming, triggers for shooting & throwing discarded weaponry, bumpers for scouting the map along with various other standard buttons to finish kills and grab goods. What makes it so addictive? the rush, the speed of the levels - risk and rash decisions are met with rewards - paraphrasing from the loading screen advice - the more you rack up multi-kills and get creative with your exterminations, the more points you get - which in turn applies to your grade at the end of each level (an A+, F- basis). I tend to go back and try and improve my scores afterwards, to unlock more masks, secrets etc, but also to find and use more weapons - Pipes, knives, shotguns and machine-guns are commonplace, but as you delve deeper into the murky underbelly of Miami, you'll encounter rifles, pool cues, katanas and drills.. What are you fighting? The Ruskies of course! all wielding a variety of different objects designed to take you out in one, along with a battalion of guard dogs that patrol the hallways.

    Soundtrack
    The 23 music tracks alone take over a whopping hour and a half of your head-bobbing, shoulder jiving pleasure. From several different artists, Sun Araw, M|O|O|N, Perturbator, Jasper Byrne, Scattle, Elliott Berlin, Eirik Suhrke, CoConuts, El Huervo & Shelby Cinca - some of which, career's took off after the success of HM and have returned for a second offering in the games sequel. But what is that makes the soundtrack stand out so much? Matched only by the brutal nature of the game itself, the drum loops, bass lines and other miscellaneous funk provide an extremely satisfying mood for caving in Russian Mafia skull. It manages to get the blood pumping and fuel your desire for bloodshed - virtually that is :p. Upon listening only, it may seem like a repetitive throwback to the late 80s with it's techno beats, however it is the accompaniment with this game that makes it a perfect fit.

    Overall
    It will put off most people with its combination of retro design/graphics and ultra-violence. Give it a chance however, you'll likely end up a cold, hard killer, fixated on spilling some red pixels. You don't need to be that skilled with a controller either, once you've got it down anyway. HM is often on sale too, around the £1.50 mark - so it's hardly gunna break the bank! You'll also find it on the Playstation store for PS3&4. The concept of the game is a simple one, but the way it is executed - colour, music, gameplay, - just makes for all round awesome fun. Waiting for no.2: Wrong Number    … Expand
  66. PessimisticMan
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. Don't let the simplistic style fool you, this game is story rich, and has some of the most intense gameplay EVER.
    PROS:
    +The controls are tight and well flowing. +The story is interesting, and makes you think more than you would expect an arcade style game to make you. +The soundtrack is one of the best I have ever heard! +It is so satisfying    One of the best games I have ever played. Don't let the simplistic style fool you, this game is story rich, and has some of the most intense gameplay EVER.
    PROS:
    +The controls are tight and well flowing.
    +The story is interesting, and makes you think more than you would expect an arcade style game to make you.
    +The soundtrack is one of the best I have ever heard!
    +It is so satisfying for even the most simple of kills - not to mention how amazing it feels when you finally beat a level.
    +It is very difficult, which normally annoys me a tad-bit, but this game adds re-playability through it's extreme difficulty.
    +The simple graphics make it easy to continue through the game; what I mean is the kills make you cringe in the 2D style - imagine if it was 3D and realistic! Yuck!
    CONS:
    -I don't know, maybe you don't like the colors?    … Expand
  67. coopert
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Excellently executes everything it is trying to achieve. Delivering a frustratingly gory retro fun fest that kicks your ass over and over again and still has you coming back for more.
  68. mateusnroll
    Mar 6, 2014
    10
    One of the best games I've every played, be it indie or not. Breathtaking soundtrack, amazing level design, mind-f*ing story line (still not sure if I've understood it).

    I hope they can create a couple more leves of this. I would be eager to buy it.
  69. mickaelm
    Apr 29, 2014
    9
    An amazing indie game made by peoples who have a lot of talent. But, what an experience...
    In this game, we as a player kill a lot, I is done in an incredible 8-bit style and a great catchy soundtrack, make the game a superb and fun every instant we play it.
    A must play for players looking with no real purpose the killing, but rewarded in the fun and addicting in gameplay. I give this    An amazing indie game made by peoples who have a lot of talent. But, what an experience...
    In this game, we as a player kill a lot, I is done in an incredible 8-bit style and a great catchy soundtrack, make the game a superb and fun every instant we play it.
    A must play for players looking with no real purpose the killing, but rewarded in the fun and addicting in gameplay.

    I give this game an 8.5/10 for its retro era visuals and fun but simple gameplay.    … Expand
  70. DanySK
    Oct 19, 2016
    8
    Top down 2D shooter with loads of brutality. Nice graphical desing, AMAZING soundtrack (among the best I've ever found in a videogame), alienating but amazing story line. It's like being in a movie co-authored by Lynch and Tarantino. You learn how to play by dying over and over. However, unlike many other games, it does not stress the player: the will of playing a level always overcomesTop down 2D shooter with loads of brutality. Nice graphical desing, AMAZING soundtrack (among the best I've ever found in a videogame), alienating but amazing story line. It's like being in a movie co-authored by Lynch and Tarantino. You learn how to play by dying over and over. However, unlike many other games, it does not stress the player: the will of playing a level always overcomes the delusion of dying over and over.
    Warmly recommended.    … Expand
  71. OneGamerMore
    Apr 6, 2014
    10
    Al principio parece que es un juego Indie cualquiera, pero a unos 15 minutos te vas dando cuenta que es Lo máximo.
    Tiene una buena trama y excelente historia, jamás me había divertido tanto con un juego como este.
    Y del soundtrack ni hablar es el mejor que he escuchado en harto tiempo, tiene una musica demasiado excelente que se adapta a cada misión haciendo sentir cada nivel y matanza    Al principio parece que es un juego Indie cualquiera, pero a unos 15 minutos te vas dando cuenta que es Lo máximo.
    Tiene una buena trama y excelente historia, jamás me había divertido tanto con un juego como este.

    Y del soundtrack ni hablar es el mejor que he escuchado en harto tiempo, tiene una musica demasiado excelente que se adapta a cada misión haciendo sentir cada nivel y matanza como si fueras tu el que asesinaras .

    Si te adaptas a la historia vas a sumiendo la vida del personaje, como entra a la locura y como piensa en matar, poco a poco la dificultad se aumenta, tienes que pensar mucho más para pasar un nivel, para tener un excelente combo alto y mejorar tu puntuación.

    Lo que más me sorprendió al final fue que me entere que tan solo 2 personas desarrollaron esta maravilla de juego, y solo con eso se puede ver que su trabajo valió la pena.

    Sinceramente este juego lo recomiendo al 100 % y su calificación es de 100/100

    At first it seems that either is an Indie game, but about 15 minutes you begin to realize that it's the maximum.
    It has a good plot and great story, I had never had so much fun with a game like this.

    And not to mention the soundtrack is the best I've heard in sick time, he has too great music that fits each mission by killing each level and feel like you're the one who will murder.

    If you adapt the story're plunging the character's life, as hard to madness and how you plan to kill slowly the difficulty increases, you have to think much to pass a level, to have an excellent high combo and improve your score.

    What surprised me was that at the end I found out that only 2 people developed this wonderful game, and that alone can see his work paid off.

    I honestly recommend this game 100% and its rating is 10/10    … Expand
  72. AverageReviewer
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    An amazing game, much better than its sequel. It's not too long and not too short, it's not too hard and it's not too easy. Thr story is much better and is not that convoluted. If you haven't played it than you should.
  73. bone-eazy
    May 6, 2014
    10
    Относительно недавно я "подсел" на инди-игрушки, и первой игрой, по совету моих друзей, из этого жанра стала именно Hotline Miami. Я уже с детства любил электронную музыку и стиль "retro wave", именно это и послужило поводом сыграть в эту игру.
    В первую очередь, что бросилось мне в глаза - это 16-32 битная графика и яркие цвета, которые придают свое настроение и навеивают дух 80-ых.    Относительно недавно я "подсел" на инди-игрушки, и первой игрой, по совету моих друзей, из этого жанра стала именно Hotline Miami. Я уже с детства любил электронную музыку и стиль "retro wave", именно это и послужило поводом сыграть в эту игру.
    В первую очередь, что бросилось мне в глаза - это 16-32 битная графика и яркие цвета, которые придают свое настроение и навеивают дух 80-ых. Немалую роль для атмосферы здесь сыграл и саундтрек, который написали небезызвестные Pertrurbator и Scattle (об остальных я узнал именно благодаря игре, и за это разработчикам отдельное спасибо)
    Сюжет у игры есть, но лично он мне показался немного несвзяным, либо просто дело во мне. Честного говоря,я даже не знаю.
    Так же, на что меня подтолкнула эта игра - это на просмотр фильма "Драйв", и он мне понравился не меньше "Hotline Miami"
    Хочу выразить просто ОГРОМНУЮ благодарность Джонатану Сёдерстрёму и Деннису Уэдину, а так же Pertrurbator, M|O|O|N, Scattle, Sun Arraw, Coconuts, Jasper Byrne, El Huervo, Eirik Suhrke, Elliott Berlin. Я просто с нетерпением жду новую часть, и мне кажется, она выйдет не менее удачней, чем первая часть. Лишь для завершения процитирую известного блогера русской игровой комьюнити "10 из 10, госпаде! 10 из 10!":)
    Мое первое ревью на подобного рода сайте, прошу строго не пинать ^_^    … Expand
  74. flametail23
    Mar 15, 2015
    9
    Hotline Miami is one of the most fun games that I have ever played. I can say that this game is worth buying at full price. The soundtrack is Amazing, the game is really hard and it's just great fun to run around and kill people.
    9/10
  75. Tomle1202
    Jul 16, 2017
    8
    Madness under the masks of endless and merciless violence, Hotline Miami is a shockingly bloody top-down shooter that rarely shows its aesthetic aspect over the color of crimson.
  76. ThePCGamer101
    Jun 24, 2015
    8
    Awesome music, graphics and gameplay, but you may find it a bit hard all through the game but you will feel satisfied once you reached the ending! I wonder how Hotline Miami 2 will be?
  77. xSALT
    Jun 18, 2014
    9
    This game is different. It is reminiscent of an old arcade game with a top-down view and classic joystick, button combination. With a hi-def bit design (pixelated, but the lines are sharp and contrast is perfect. Think minecraft, terreria, fez, etc..) but with a style of its own.

    Music: 10/10 It fits perfectly with the gameplay. It takes very general elements from older music in games    This game is different. It is reminiscent of an old arcade game with a top-down view and classic joystick, button combination. With a hi-def bit design (pixelated, but the lines are sharp and contrast is perfect. Think minecraft, terreria, fez, etc..) but with a style of its own.

    Music: 10/10
    It fits perfectly with the gameplay. It takes very general elements from older music in games like pokemon, megaman, metroid.. etc.. but with a modern twist. It does this well, the pairing of the music with the visuals and gameplay create a truly immersive environment. There is variety within the areas you travel in-game to the point where you actually hear it. It is catchy as hell, loops, and best of all, it doesn't get annoying.

    Gameplay:
    Very good mechanics and responsive gameplay make controlling the player avatar efficient. It can be fast or slow paced depending on your style which makes this a deeper game than I originally thought. It is strategy meets reflexes and stealth. Do you like sneak around with melee weapons to avoid alarms as in splinter cell? Do you like the badass loose cannon that gets **** done by rushing in guns blazing? This game can satisfy your need for planning what you will do next as well as the need to shoot everything. However, the in-between in lacking. By that, I mean you will always do one or the other. You may plan as much as you want, but the rooms will always loop. The enemies in the rooms have a plan to follow [code]. They will patrol what they are programmed to patrol until you give them reason to attack you. This is fine, but feels as if the situations become very similar. Weapon choice is also limited with either a selection of [ranged] guns or [melee] weapons. You may also perform executions which, while a nice touch and nice way to make sure you got the kill, does not add or subtract from the overall gameplay. There are also [stat/effect] modifiers in the form of various masks your character may use while playing through the story, such as the ability to add lethality to opening a door, or increased walking speed.

    Overall: 8.7
    Hell of a good game. Difficult enough to keep you interested and playing with good tunes to listen to. You will be mad after a getting killed a few times, but you have to realize that is part of the game. Error is met with a restart of your last checkpoint, so it is somewhat forgiving. Great Indie game, would recommend.    … Expand
  78. Look444
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    Is there anything left to say about this game? Hotline Miami sets us in an ultra-violent Miami in the 80's where the game shows us our true nature. They tell us to kill and we do. There is not much to say apart from, gameplay is simple, frustrating sometimes even, but still entertaining. Story is almost nonexistant in this first game, but the little we have is damn awesome. Music is justIs there anything left to say about this game? Hotline Miami sets us in an ultra-violent Miami in the 80's where the game shows us our true nature. They tell us to kill and we do. There is not much to say apart from, gameplay is simple, frustrating sometimes even, but still entertaining. Story is almost nonexistant in this first game, but the little we have is damn awesome. Music is just great.
    It's also inspired by the movie Drive which is plain amazing.    … Expand
  79. Marick
    May 2, 2015
    9
    Hotline Miami is a game different from others, but manages to keep me very well connected PC and a very pleasant way .
  80. azeitona
    Nov 27, 2014
    10
    THIS GAME IS AWESOME. And I do not say that at all the time. If you check out my reviews, you'll see that I hardly give a game a ten. But Hotline Miami deserves it. Awesome atmosphere, nice visuals, and a superb soundtrack. The gameplay is really addictive, even though it's a little frustrating -but that is the whole point of it. And the story is amazing. I never thought that a indie gameTHIS GAME IS AWESOME. And I do not say that at all the time. If you check out my reviews, you'll see that I hardly give a game a ten. But Hotline Miami deserves it. Awesome atmosphere, nice visuals, and a superb soundtrack. The gameplay is really addictive, even though it's a little frustrating -but that is the whole point of it. And the story is amazing. I never thought that a indie game could have such a strong story, told by the little details and little hints by the dialogue. This game is pure gold, and is the best indie that I played to this day -PERIOD. And it is really cheap, so there's little to no excuses to not try it out.… Expand
  81. Jankovic
    Sep 21, 2014
    9
    I felt compelled to write a review on this game after I completed the short, but well done campaign, simply to spread the message of the game's creative risks and potential for deeper explored concepts. With Hotline Miami 2 on the way, I think its about time.

    The visuals are designed to re-create the nostalgic retro design of the 1980s, but to call them a "re-creation" does it no    I felt compelled to write a review on this game after I completed the short, but well done campaign, simply to spread the message of the game's creative risks and potential for deeper explored concepts. With Hotline Miami 2 on the way, I think its about time.

    The visuals are designed to re-create the nostalgic retro design of the 1980s, but to call them a "re-creation" does it no justice. The pixel art is detailed, yet simple, and has an unmissable style. The music is inspired by the psychedelic vibes, of the 80s, an has a ominous feel to it. It goes from dubstep to reggae. Many people forget to mention the sound effects, which aren't so good. They are generally repetition of the same sound repeat, until you get to the guns, where the bullet sounds so realistic it makes me feel like Im right there.

    The game's gameplay is harsh and unforgiving, but can be learned quickly. There are no fancy game mechanics, that make it unique, besides the hyper-realistic difficulty. I think that themes in the story like the characters morale were not explored enough, to make my actions feel like they have any cause, or consequence, but the devs could argue, thats the point.

    This is by far my fave game. I feel that a sequel is much needed. Congratulation to Dennaton.    … Expand
  82. Wergez
    Nov 2, 2014
    10
    First of all you can't tell whether you like or not by just watching it. It's about the felling - such a great feeling.
    I have with this game more fun than I had with some AAA games. The music and the atmosphere are really great. It really makes an immersion. I'm curious about the story. I want more and more. But the game is challenging. I want more masks! But there are some difficult to    First of all you can't tell whether you like or not by just watching it. It's about the felling - such a great feeling.
    I have with this game more fun than I had with some AAA games. The music and the atmosphere are really great. It really makes an immersion. I'm curious about the story. I want more and more. But the game is challenging. I want more masks! But there are some difficult to get. Some masks make you better and some worse. A genius system.    … Expand
  83. warrenbbnov
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    Really really fun game, good mechanics and music. I love the idea of the masks. If you haven't checked this game out yet do so!

    The game is brutally hard, if your not into that there is no way to make it easier but this is the intention.
  84. ElectroSoul
    Jan 13, 2016
    8
    One of the best indie games I ever played. good story, addcting and well responsive gameplay, good soundtrack. The ending is...good, not great but overall is a good game. 8/10 (with a better ending I would totally give it a 9)
  85. seth6978
    Mar 10, 2015
    10
    If you where ever a fan of the first Hotline Miami then you will without a doubt like Hotline Miami 2. It takes the older game and only improves it! The story, graphics, characters all have been made very well. Even some minor problems like rebinding controls have been added to make the audience like it more. I cant stop playing this game it is Hotline Miami but improves on every base.
  86. Sandweech
    Mar 9, 2015
    9
    This game is great! It reminds me of the old bird's eye view 'Grand Theft Auto' games from the 90's but without the vehicles or parades full of people to run over. The gameplay here is quick and addictive and your thirst for blood will be at an all time high while dodging bullets and trying on fancy new animal masks. The soundtrack is one of the best that I've heard in a while, and playingThis game is great! It reminds me of the old bird's eye view 'Grand Theft Auto' games from the 90's but without the vehicles or parades full of people to run over. The gameplay here is quick and addictive and your thirst for blood will be at an all time high while dodging bullets and trying on fancy new animal masks. The soundtrack is one of the best that I've heard in a while, and playing with a controller is a breeze once you get the hang of it. I'm not exactly sure what's going on in the game or what the story is about because it's a complete mind-fudge, but it's entertaining to say the least. Overall 'Hotline Miami' feels like a bad acid trip, but a fun one at that. It's definitely worth picking up even though it can be beaten in five or six hours. Now go! Now! And start your animal mask collection immediately!… Expand
  87. Da_Metz
    Mar 27, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hotline Miami was one of those "One Hit Wonders" that completely sets the tone for an 80's era action movie, with the bright and vibrant neon colors mixed with a soundtrack that completely sets the mood added with a malevolent and gore filled overtone makes Hotline Miami the total package that every action Indie gamer could have ever hoped for. The games play style is action packed and high octane for both incredibly satisfying melee combat as well as the rapid secession of combo kills causing players to adapt to a play style in which the player has to be more attuned to "reacting" to situations, than planning out and slowly taking out enemies. While in Hotline Miami the player will have to come to terms with the fact that Jacket( 1 of 2 Player Characters) is the epitome of the term "Glass Cannon" being able to take out enemies in a single bullet, punch(with a certain mask), or melee weapon; come to the crushing realization that you will get destroyed just as easily prompting for many viewings of the iconic "Press R to Restart" screen.

    Overall Hotline Miami is a truly amazing game with incredible fast paced action and an amazing soundtrack that will have you clamoring for the digital collectors edition on steam.    … Expand
  88. Ivan9173
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    Одна из моих первых инди, которую я прошёл от начала и до конца. Пиксельный пиксель дизайн великолепен, геймплей динамичный и заставляет думать на ходу, музыку великолепна и приносит чувство нереального вайба. 12/10, как сказал бы Патриарх Верхнего Интернета, но он играет только в ААА игры.Одна из моих первых инди, которую я прошёл от начала и до конца. Пиксельный пиксель дизайн великолепен, геймплей динамичный и заставляет думать на ходу, музыку великолепна и приносит чувство нереального вайба. 12/10, как сказал бы Патриарх Верхнего Интернета, но он играет только в ААА игры.
  89. Boggybean
    Apr 28, 2015
    10
    Truly one of those magical games that needs to be experienced to see what everyone is talking about.

    From the very start the game is fantastic. You are put in a room where a homeless man teaches you how to crush a man's skull with a baseball bat and how to blow a man apart with a shotgun. Already, expectations are high and the game delivers. The gameplay is fast-paced as hell, needing    Truly one of those magical games that needs to be experienced to see what everyone is talking about.

    From the very start the game is fantastic. You are put in a room where a homeless man teaches you how to crush a man's skull with a baseball bat and how to blow a man apart with a shotgun. Already, expectations are high and the game delivers. The gameplay is fast-paced as hell, needing twitch-shooter reactions to kill and dodge death. Kills are extremely satisfying, racking up combos on killing groups of mobsters is exhilarating. More and more weapons and masks are unlocked as time goes on, opening a whole new world of playstyles and brutal finishers on opponents. Every time you die, the famous message "Press R to restart!" will pop up, waving in its glorious neon colours, leaving absolutely no delay to try the level again in a different approach.

    The story is very much ambiguous, but there's enough substance there to make your mind race with thought, leaving several questions behind, "Who's leaving demands on the answering machine?" "Is this all really happening, or are the neon colours and synth pop driving me further into insanity?" and so on. There's mainly two characters to be concerned about, neither of which are provided with names, and so were dubbed by their loving fanbase as "Jacket" (the protagonist) and "Biker" (the second protagonist who pops up in the Jacket's interpretation of the story). The developers don't even care about them, they don't want to make you question your actions, they just want you to have fun with it, and leave the story there as ambiguous and mysterious as they please.

    Stop reading my review and just buy it already - you absolutely must experience this game. This 80's, neon-striped, violence-ridden joyride of a game.    … Expand
  90. TheBricktator
    Aug 1, 2015
    10
    Hotline Miami is one of the best experiences I've ever obtained playing video games. This game is extremely addictive, in the sense that the game gives you tastes of accomplishment and success, and then brutally takes it away, only leaving you with a dead body and a prompt to click "R" to restart the floor. The vivid colors leave the game extremely memorable, and the vague storyline leavesHotline Miami is one of the best experiences I've ever obtained playing video games. This game is extremely addictive, in the sense that the game gives you tastes of accomplishment and success, and then brutally takes it away, only leaving you with a dead body and a prompt to click "R" to restart the floor. The vivid colors leave the game extremely memorable, and the vague storyline leaves you wanting more. Not to mention the soundtrack, which happens to be up with one of the best video game soundtracks of all time. Love it or hate it, Hotline Miami sets the standard for Indie Devs everywhere.… Expand
  91. Overvulture
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    When asked what it is I enjoy most about a game, the best I can come up with is "the experience", as vague as that is. Whatever I mean by that, Hotline Miami captures it in every way. With the sickly bright visuals, the unflinching and brutal violence, the hypnotizing soundtrack, and the surreal plot, it sets itself apart as one of the most distinct experiences in indie gaming. It'sWhen asked what it is I enjoy most about a game, the best I can come up with is "the experience", as vague as that is. Whatever I mean by that, Hotline Miami captures it in every way. With the sickly bright visuals, the unflinching and brutal violence, the hypnotizing soundtrack, and the surreal plot, it sets itself apart as one of the most distinct experiences in indie gaming. It's comparable to drugs, getting under your skin and becoming a game you play by feel more than sight. You'll get into a flow and completely lose yourself in the violence, only for the last enemy to die. Then the music cuts abruptly, a dull buzzing plays, and you slowly walk back to your car through the trail of maimed bodies.

    Everything moves so fast, you don't even have time to think, you just have to react instinctively. The feel of the action very much compliments what's going on in the protagonist's head. No time to stop and think, only to act, and react, as fast as possible, no matter the consequences. The best games don't just have you play as a character, they make you feel like you *are* the character, and the gradually deteriorating mental state of a brutal killer wouldn't look like anything else than what you see in this game. The violence, intensity, and difficulty aren't going to be for everyone, but this is among my most loved of indie titles on the market.    … Expand
  92. BrauteJarcor
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    aaaltooo jueeeeeegooo
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  93. Ci8
    Nov 28, 2016
    10
    Вам известное чувство жажды крови? Вы умеете держать себя в руках? Не сойдёте ли вы с ума, если не будете убивать? Сможете ли вы удержаться? Каково ваше психическое состояние? Зачем вы здесь? Почему вы не слушаете меня? Вы здесь? Вы любите причинять людям боль?

    История об ультра-насилии. Невероятная сложность уровней. Редко используемый до момента возвышения этой игры на подиум. Да,    Вам известное чувство жажды крови? Вы умеете держать себя в руках? Не сойдёте ли вы с ума, если не будете убивать? Сможете ли вы удержаться? Каково ваше психическое состояние? Зачем вы здесь? Почему вы не слушаете меня? Вы здесь? Вы любите причинять людям боль?

    История об ультра-насилии. Невероятная сложность уровней. Редко используемый до момента возвышения этой игры на подиум. Да, сегодня у нас Hotline Miami.

    Игра представляет из себя top-down shooter в 2d стиле. Разработчики придерживались «ретро» стиля. Сама геймплейная часть представляет из себя платформенную часть и шутерную часть. Двигаться вы будете обычными для всех WASD, а стрелять/бить кнопками мыши. Игра стаёт сложнее, по мере прохождения. Начиная от маленьких, коротких уровней заканчивая огромными, долгими уровнями, на которых много десятков врагов. Вы будете использовать всё оружие, которое будет у вас под руками. От бутылки, до мачете, от 9мм пистолета, до М4. Враги бывают разных типов. Также присутствуют боссы. Их небольшое количество, но их достаточно и они еще успеют потрепать вам нервы.

    Играть в этой части мы будем за таких персонажей: Джекет, его еще называть «Куртка» в народе и за Байкера, представителя молодёжи того времени. Эти персонажи будут переходить друг другу, а это значит что кто-то должен уйти с этого бизнеса.

    Джекет, как его еще называют в народе «Куртка» это обычный гражданин США, которому начали приходить странные сообщения с угрозами. В тех сообщениях был скрытый смысл. Переж каждым заданием нам звонили из «50 Благословений» и говорили нам куда поехать и какую работу нам сделать. Сначала Джекет делает это без энтузиазма, его даже вырывает после убийства, но позже он вливаеться в эту среду и начинает убивать с удовольствием. Он использует все приспособления чтобы убить очередного русского мафиози. Позже, когда Джекет освободит девушку лёгкого поведения и начнёт с ней жить, «50 Благословений» начнут недоверять Джекету и скажу их подчиненному «убрать» Джекета. Рихтер( тот что должен был убрать Джекета) приходит к Куртке домой и ждёт его. Когда Джекет приходит, он обнаруживает его лежачую подругу в ванне в крови. Когда он приходит в гостинную, его уже там поджидает Рихтер и делает ему выстрел в живот. Но, доктора спасают Джекета, но всё же он падает в кому. Но одного дня он просыпаеться и сбегает с больницы, не смотря на огромную охрану из нарядов полиции. После побега из больницы он идёт мстить Рихтеру, убивая всех полицейский в тюрме. Когда он убивает Рихтера, он выходит на охоту на главу Русской Мафии. После удачной победы над главой Русской Мафии Джекет сдаеться полиции, но это несёт некоторые последствия, о которых вы сможете узнать во второй части Hotline Miami, под названием – Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number

    Байкер, такой же обычный гражданин как и Джекет. Он живёт богато и ни в чём себе не отказывает. Но ему стаёт скучно и он начинает работать на «50 Благословений». Но позже, ему стаёт интересно кто же за всем этим стоит и он начинает копать информацию. Он всё больше и больше углубляеться в это. Убивает он теперь не ради забавы, а ради информации. Позже, он приходит в телефонную службу «Phone MOM», чтобы узнать откуда к нему поступали столь необычные сообщения, но «50 Благословений» позаботились об этом и послали Джекета убить Байкера, но кто победил вы сможете узнать, если пройдёте игру. За Байкера есть 2 концовки. Первая, если вы собирали все буквы на уровнях и вторая, если вы не искали ничего. Но какие именно концовки вы так же узнаете, пройдя игру.

    Что же мы получили? Мы имеем прекрасную историю об ультра-насилии в Майами, 80-ых годов. Прекрасный геймплей, затягивающая сама по себе игра, сложный для понимания сюжет и много, много крови и убийств. Убийств здесь больше, чем в фильмах о Рембо. Почувствуйте себя в шкуре маньяка убийцы и молодого парня, который будет искать ответы. И всё же, ты любишь причинять людям боль?

    Оценка: 9.7/10 Замечательный шутер со своей атмосферой и сюжетом.

    Обзор был составлен Ci8, членом группы BigBadWhale Games в сотрудничестве с WeLoveBundles    … Expand
  94. Nintolerance
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    Brutally difficult, beautifully stylised, wonderfully orchestrated. This soundtrack lives on my media player, and I legitimately own a costume of the player character.

    Hotline Miami's design, aside from a couple hiccups with boss enemies, is damn near flawless. The pacing makes it difficult to put down even when you're mad as hell about your repeated stupid deaths. Storyline is damn    Brutally difficult, beautifully stylised, wonderfully orchestrated. This soundtrack lives on my media player, and I legitimately own a costume of the player character.

    Hotline Miami's design, aside from a couple hiccups with boss enemies, is damn near flawless. The pacing makes it difficult to put down even when you're mad as hell about your repeated stupid deaths.

    Storyline is damn near opaque, but the general theme of the game is conveyed seamlessly through the playable segments and give a LOT of characterization with only a couple paragraphs of dialogue total. When talking mechanics-as-narrative, Hotline Miami is my #1 example.

    It's not quite a perfect 10. Enemy AI can be unpredictable in a way that spoils the fun on occasion, and a couple encounters change up the rules (boss is immune to melee, boss can survive more than one hit...) in an infuriating way, but it's still not enough to come close to ruining the experience.

    I'd recommend this game to anyone with a strong stomach.    … Expand
  95. VagueShape
    Feb 25, 2016
    9
    One of the best indie games ever made.
    - Great Sound track
    - Great theme
    - interesting enough plot/premise
    - fun fast paced gameplay.
    - challenging yet offers multiple ways to clear levels

    cons
    - some really bad twitch boss designs
    - secret ending leaves a lot to be desired.
  96. volodin_rs
    Dec 10, 2015
    10
    лучшая игра в которою я играл!!! Рекомендую всем и как вы её пройдёте вы сразу влюбитесь в это игру.!! лучший саундтрек !!!
  97. pepemichael146
    Sep 5, 2017
    9
    Full of bloody action, psychedelia, pulsating music and twisted plot. I got through it 2 times, on ps3 couple years ago and on pc, recently. I don't regret any of it. it was still fresh and as good as I remembered. Almost highest note for style and originality.(I was killed because of bugged door a bit too much).
  98. DONOSSO
    Apr 14, 2016
    10
    Gran jugabilidad y ritmo frenetico que sin duda me engancho basatante, y que con tal de conseguir las mascaras, mucho mas. Gran banda sonora con un ritmo techno que le da mas confort a cada nivel, los remates y el contenido "explicito" en pixeles que me encantó.
  99. jackthebrown
    Dec 11, 2016
    9
    Great game. The gameplay is fast and fun, the controls are tight, the art style is great for the game and atmosphere, the atmosphere is immersive, and the soundtrack is AMAZING, and the story is engaging, cryptic, and pretty well written. Would definitely recommend the game.

    The game only falls short in two regards. The level design is usually great, but some levels just feel like they    Great game. The gameplay is fast and fun, the controls are tight, the art style is great for the game and atmosphere, the atmosphere is immersive, and the soundtrack is AMAZING, and the story is engaging, cryptic, and pretty well written. Would definitely recommend the game.

    The game only falls short in two regards. The level design is usually great, but some levels just feel like they weren't tested enough or were thrown in because the designer liked the level, not necessarily because it was good for the game. It also has a **** stealth part that really really slows down the fast pace of the game and loses the immersion in the game completely. The game is just fast pace, fast pace, fast pace then you just hit this brick wall of a stealth level that does not fit in at all.

    All in all great game though, if you haven't played it pick it up at the next winter/summer sale and give it a try. It's short, but almost every minute is great.    … Expand
  100. spudtat0
    Jul 6, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a game alright but it's also an experience in the life of a character who puts on masks and slaughters mafia members and cops. Why an experience???, Because this character that you play as feels sick from his murders, starts hallucinating about crazy **** and gets all fked up near the end. It has a fantastic soundtrack that sounds amazing and matches with the situations that you are in. It's very challenging and can be frustrating at times, but is extremely fun too. It is rather short, but you can replay it and get better scores on all the levels.… Expand
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#20 Best PC Game of 2012
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#23 Most Discussed PC Game of 2012
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#24 Most Shared PC Game of 2012

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 51
  3. Negative: 1 out of 51
  1. PC Master (Greece)
    Feb 6, 2013
    87
    From the get-go, Miami’s presentation has a unique style, with vivid colors, generous amounts of post-process filtering and a stunning soundtrack (you will just let the game play on, only to hear the tracks). But at the same time, all notions of continuous fast-paced action gameplay disappear. Hotline Miami is essentially a top-down stealth game, that rewards the player with imaginative (and quite violent) kill animations. [January 2013]
  2. Games Master UK
    Dec 18, 2012
    88
    A stylish slice of retro carnage. This is the bloodiest, least forgiving game of the year. [Jan 2013, p.85]
  3. Hyper Magazine
    Dec 17, 2012
    90
    A drug-induced coma of violence, strategy, death and rebirth. [Jan 2013, p.67]
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