SUPERHOT

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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 701 Ratings

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  1. Geri1971
    Feb 26, 2016
    10
    Fresh, innovative, cool.
    Brings real life into a dead FPS genre.
    No more CoD-s and MoH trash please, more indie gems like this please.
    Superhot, supercool, super-addictive, SUPERFUN!
  2. EggManStudio
    Feb 28, 2016
    10
    SUPERHOT IS THE MOST INNOVATIVE SHOOTER I'VE PLAYED IN YEARS!

    Superhot isn't so much a first-person shooter game, more an experiment in first person shooting mechanics. And at that, an experiment which went very, very well. The game's main mechanic is that time only moves when you move, and your objective is t o use this to your advantage and kill everyone who is attacking you. It's    SUPERHOT IS THE MOST INNOVATIVE SHOOTER I'VE PLAYED IN YEARS!

    Superhot isn't so much a first-person shooter game, more an experiment in first person shooting mechanics. And at that, an experiment which went very, very well. The game's main mechanic is that time only moves when you move, and your objective is t o use this to your advantage and kill everyone who is attacking you. It's fantastically fun and often very tense as you dodge bullets with pinpoint precision and shatter your red, polygonal enemies as you play through the game - or is the game playing you? The plot is executed very cleverly, the mechanics never seem to feel old or stretched too thinly out, and all it's already one of the best games of 2016 in my humble opinion.    … Expand
  3. OHIC
    Apr 7, 2017
    10
    Once a briliant browser game resulting from a game jam challenge, Superhot made the jump to PC and became even better. Max Payne brought "bullet time" from cinema into games back in 2001, and since then it's been repeated many times in games but only Superhot has managed to reinvent it. Without question, this game instantly took its place on the GOAT list in my head before I'd evenOnce a briliant browser game resulting from a game jam challenge, Superhot made the jump to PC and became even better. Max Payne brought "bullet time" from cinema into games back in 2001, and since then it's been repeated many times in games but only Superhot has managed to reinvent it. Without question, this game instantly took its place on the GOAT list in my head before I'd even finished my first run.

    The story is often called "pretentious" by some reviewers. I don't get that at all - it seems to be pretty obvious deadpan humour to me, and very light-hearted. I played this along with a friend when it first came out, and we laughed a lot. I feel a bit sorry for anyone that missed the dry jokes and thought it was a serious attempt to be deep.    … Expand
  4. NPDgames
    Mar 6, 2016
    10
    Hi Internet, you have to check out SUPERHOT. It is the most innovative shooter I've played in years.
    people complain about the short campaign, but is as much an art piece as it is a game.
  5. real7a
    May 5, 2016
    10
    Just finished the campaign, this game is amazing, the game of the Year so far. I thought that there is no way to invent anything in FPS genre and it is :)
  6. tsampson25
    May 14, 2020
    10
    Legendary game with some amazing original compounds, and tons of extra challenges after you finish the main story. There's a lot of variety when it comes to killing your enemy, especially since they don't move unless you do. I always found it so sick to be able to slowly dodge your enemies bullets as the whiz pass you. But while the story could've been longer and more of a STORY, I didn'tLegendary game with some amazing original compounds, and tons of extra challenges after you finish the main story. There's a lot of variety when it comes to killing your enemy, especially since they don't move unless you do. I always found it so sick to be able to slowly dodge your enemies bullets as the whiz pass you. But while the story could've been longer and more of a STORY, I didn't even mind the lack-luster plot. The gameplay was awesome and you feel bada** being the smoothest main in the room. Highly recommended, and while they may not be everyone's favorite, I really enjoyed the challenges.… Expand
  7. KaenBoi
    May 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. recenzja SUPERHOT po polsku:
    1. Fabuła- Fabuła jest jest świetna gra zadaje pytania na które nigdy nie odpowiada. Robi to jednak tak przyzwoicie że, w tym wypadku jest to wykonane jak dzieło sztuki. Fabuła (10/10)
    2. Rozgrywka- Rozgrywka jest dość trudna na początku lecz do wyuczenia na + napewno opcja swobodnego rzucania bronią. Każda broń (palna) ma swoje przeznaczenie (Karabin- Długie serie z możliwością zabicia wielu wrogów. Shotgun- Krótki zasięg jest świetnie rekompensowany przez rozrzut. Pistolet- Precyzyjna broń. Kiepska na grupe wrogów wybiegających na nas razem, ale w przypadku stopniowego napierania przeciwników sprawia się niezastąpienie).
    Sporą wadą gry jest to że, dynamiczna rozgrywka jest przerywana RETROCHATAMI które są formą narracji opowieści. Przeszkadza się to w realnym wciągnięciu się w gameplay jeżeli tylko na tym nam zależy.
    KONKLUZJA: Granie w SUPERHOT nie interesując się fabułą i ją skipując robimy podobnie jak jedząc kotlet schabowy bez panierki.
    Gra zdecydowanie na dyche bardzo przyjemna wciągająca. ~KaenBoi    … Expand
  8. Alan250
    Nov 7, 2015
    9
    I played the indev alpha. Super great stuff. Masterpiece. Brilliant. Every gamer should play. It has a unique mechanic and immersive story. By immersive i really MEAN it. Try it!
  9. renao
    Dec 23, 2016
    9
    I don't think a game was able to f with you my mind like this since Eternal Darkness. Gameplay is amazing and unique, have never played something quite like that.
  10. clarky
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Shuperhot is one of the most innovative shooters i've played in years. i am not allowed to reveal much more.
  11. c3p
    Feb 27, 2016
    9
    Shuperhot is one of the most innovative shooters i've played in years.

    You should definetly check it out, if you like shooter or new gameplay mechanics in general. Beware if you are prone to motion sickness. The start/stopping of time and movement might leave you a bit nauseous. I feel the campaign could have been a bit longer, but then you would have needed a whole other plot and then    Shuperhot is one of the most innovative shooters i've played in years.

    You should definetly check it out, if you like shooter or new gameplay mechanics in general. Beware if you are prone to motion sickness. The start/stopping of time and movement might leave you a bit nauseous.
    I feel the campaign could have been a bit longer, but then you would have needed a whole other plot and then other assets and than ... Better short and good than longer with reduced quality!    … Expand
  12. Adresadini
    Feb 27, 2016
    9
    SUPERHOT IS THE MOST INNOVATIVE SHOOTER I'VE PLAYED IN YEARS!

    But seriously now,it's very innovative,but the level design is kinda bad,you can easily get circled by enemies because their spaen points are everywhere,also enemies are very aggresive,some even shooting shotgun shells as they spawn.
  13. claytastic
    Mar 9, 2016
    9
    Call of Duty should learn from this game. The franchise is becoming boring and they're gonna have to start trying new things. Not new settings, I mean new mechanics, new gameplay functions. Superhot is the game Call of Duty, and pretty much every modern annual FPS franchises should learn from. It's possibly one of the most innovative first person shooters ever created. If you've neverCall of Duty should learn from this game. The franchise is becoming boring and they're gonna have to start trying new things. Not new settings, I mean new mechanics, new gameplay functions. Superhot is the game Call of Duty, and pretty much every modern annual FPS franchises should learn from. It's possibly one of the most innovative first person shooters ever created. If you've never played it, or even heard of it, Superhot is a game where time moves only when you move. That means if you stop and stand still in the middle of a gun fight, so will everything else. People, bullets, even things you throw or shoot. Many people have said that the story is really cheesy, but personally I think it's really interesting, and kind of reminds me of WarGames, if anyone else has seen that movie. It's really well told in the short hour and a half that it lasts. It may seem short, but for the style this game was designed in, I would say it's a good length. It also has a lot of replay value with the endless mode being introduced after the story ends, and you'll want to play the story again to go back and get achievements you may have missed. In total, Superhot is not only one of the most innovative FPS games ever, it's also, so far, the best game I've played in 2016, one of the best KickStarter games ever, and maybe even one of my favorite FPS games ever. 9/10.… Expand
  14. JohnnieFinn
    Mar 2, 2016
    9
    pros: original gameplay, creative choices
    procons: immersive at times annoying story
    cons: short campaign, expensive.
    I'd recommend it. I put a big premium on originality.
  15. TheRedFern
    Jul 8, 2023
    9
    Every once in a while you see a game that had a GREAT Idea. The idea shows players that new concepts in gaming still exist. An experience that brings you back to some of the best games you have ever played. Seldom if ever does the Creative Direction and follow-through push that great idea even higher. The Creative direction was a throwback to the 90s, executed flawlessly. Great job.
  16. AndroidWG
    Feb 28, 2016
    9
    It's the most innovative shooter I've played in years.

    Short but interesting story, fresh and innovative gameplay, nice graphics and gorgeous physics. And the endless mode can also bring hours and hours of fun.

    Overall Score: 9/10
  17. qrpiech
    Mar 7, 2016
    9
    Short, but mind-blowing campaign with a lot of WTF moments. Extremely fun endless mode where your skills are truly put to test. Played for 12 hours so far, will definitely play more. Price could be lower, though.
  18. jqmarkz
    Nov 25, 2016
    9
    Think of SUPERHOT like Portal. Take a relatively simple game mechanic (ie: portals, or in this game's case, time manipulation while the PC is stationary) and expand and play off of the coolness of time bending in the game's 30+ levels. The core gameplay isn't much new, but the element of stopping time requires thought, trial, error, and planning. Each level is a short burst of scenarioThink of SUPERHOT like Portal. Take a relatively simple game mechanic (ie: portals, or in this game's case, time manipulation while the PC is stationary) and expand and play off of the coolness of time bending in the game's 30+ levels. The core gameplay isn't much new, but the element of stopping time requires thought, trial, error, and planning. Each level is a short burst of scenario gold. One might be an instigated bar fight, another a parking garage shootout, and another a rooftop brawl. The gameplay is a major strength here, the only problems being more of a nuisance than actual problems. The controls, specifically the mouse controls, can feel a little on the undersensitive side, but the other aspects are perfectly easy to learn. The story is, again, not much new, but it's presented in a minimalistic, meta-fictional way that its intriguing throughout the 2-3 hour playthrough. It's the type of element that isn't going to be the first thought on any players' mind, but the developers clearly thought it through and wrote a sizeable chunk of good narrative. Graphically, it doesn't disappoint. It's simple, polygonal, and stark, with white backgrounds and set-pieces, red enemies, and black objects and weapons. It looks great using this style of technologically inspired assets and will surprise many. The game finally recognizes its strength; after beating the story, a few other modes are unlocked, a challenge mode and an endless mode. Both of these require little explanation but know that they will both extend your playtime pretty far ahead. Is it worth $25? I'm not entirely convinced. But if you like the sound of the game, go ahead and make the purchase, and you'll find a great game here. If you skeptical, like I was, wait for a Steam sale or something and buy then.… Expand
  19. belio1
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    9/10 Very good game. For me it's like first person view Hotline Miami.

    Something new.Innovate gameplay. Lot of options. Lot of moves. Have kinda story line.

    Cons: boring after 5-6 hours. Cost too much for indie game.
  20. BITESCREEN
    Jun 20, 2017
    9
    Echte Innovation ist selbst beim Indiespiel Mangelware – unangenehm oft siegt einfach Style über Substance. Der PC-Ego-Shooter Superhot jedoch hat von beidem reichlich: In einer stilisierten Weißrot-Kulisse irgendwo zwischen Mirror’s Edge und Killer 7 ballert und schlitzt man sich durch ultrakurze, hochmotivierende Level. Das Besondere dabei: Die Zeit steht stets still und läuft nurEchte Innovation ist selbst beim Indiespiel Mangelware – unangenehm oft siegt einfach Style über Substance. Der PC-Ego-Shooter Superhot jedoch hat von beidem reichlich: In einer stilisierten Weißrot-Kulisse irgendwo zwischen Mirror’s Edge und Killer 7 ballert und schlitzt man sich durch ultrakurze, hochmotivierende Level. Das Besondere dabei: Die Zeit steht stets still und läuft nur weiter, wenn es auch der Spieler tut – und parallel auch Gegner und ihre Kugeln. Das Resultat birgt eine unerhörte taktische Tiefe: Geschossen haarscharf ausweichen, Feinde mit Aschenbechern entwaffnen oder sie gleich auf ihre Kollegen schießen lassen – hier geht so ziemlich alles. Superhot ist eine quasi rundenbasierte Actionerfahrung voller Stand-off-Momente – die obendrein mit einer zwar nur skizzierten, aber reizvoll durchgeknallten Cyber-Meta-Story zwischen The Stanley Parable und Der Rasenmähermann lockt. Nicht verpassen!… Expand
  21. greenbey
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    A+
    Gameplay concept is unique and fun.
    Art design is simple, minimalistic and fits the game perfectly.
  22. CriticalHit20
    Oct 23, 2019
    9
    I played the flash version and had a lot of fun with it. This was a case where there is a unique gameplay concept that actually makes the gameplay fun instead of being different but not adding to the fun like the two player controls in Brother: a Tale of Two Sons.
  23. Sanghelic
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    un juego muy bueno que demuestra que todavia se puede innovar mucho en el ya muy explotado genero de los juegos de disparos, superhot es un juego con mecanicas muy frescas, divertidas y a la vez bastantes simples, tiene sus fallos como que tiene demasiados niveles extra para los pocos niveles de campaña que tiene, o que no tiene musica, que a pesar de que es parte de la atmosfera llega aun juego muy bueno que demuestra que todavia se puede innovar mucho en el ya muy explotado genero de los juegos de disparos, superhot es un juego con mecanicas muy frescas, divertidas y a la vez bastantes simples, tiene sus fallos como que tiene demasiados niveles extra para los pocos niveles de campaña que tiene, o que no tiene musica, que a pesar de que es parte de la atmosfera llega a ser cansado a veces, con todo y todo, es un juego muy divertido para el precio que tiene… Expand
  24. AhnHundtReviews
    Nov 1, 2020
    9
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Art & aesthetic
    in Story and Graphics: 9/10 Story: 9/10 Emotional Resonance: 7/10 Soundtrack: 8/10 Ending: 8/10 Urge to Play: 10/10 Fun: 9/10 Overall Rating: 86% Superhot is innovative, so much fun, interesting and special. I had so much fun, its hard, infuriating but rewarding. I love how different it is and how it approaches a different way to tell the    Gameplay: 9/10
    Art & aesthetic
    in Story and Graphics: 9/10
    Story: 9/10
    Emotional Resonance: 7/10
    Soundtrack: 8/10
    Ending: 8/10
    Urge to Play: 10/10
    Fun: 9/10

    Overall Rating: 86%

    Superhot is innovative, so much fun, interesting and special.
    I had so much fun, its hard, infuriating but rewarding.
    I love how different it is and how it approaches a different
    way to tell the narrative.
    I have only played the main story, so like 3 hours or something but in these 3 hours,
    I had a great time.    … Expand
  25. zeux
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    The most innovative shooter in years! Very short and eazy though. Buy it on sale
  26. Yustan
    Jul 27, 2023
    9
    КАК ЖЕ ЭТО ПРЕКРАСНО
    Невероятно интересный и динамичный геймплей и уникальной визуальной стилистикой. Ещё и необычная механика замедленного времени в неподвижном состоянии и гипербыстрое время во время перемещеня, заставляющая продумывать стратегию своих действий и быстро адаптироваться к непредвединной ситуации (ведь пока ты думаешь - пули продолжают лететь в твою сторону)    КАК ЖЕ ЭТО ПРЕКРАСНО
    Невероятно интересный и динамичный геймплей и уникальной визуальной стилистикой. Ещё и необычная механика замедленного времени в неподвижном состоянии и гипербыстрое время во время перемещеня, заставляющая продумывать стратегию своих действий и быстро адаптироваться к непредвединной ситуации (ведь пока ты думаешь - пули продолжают лететь в твою сторону)
  27. zezeljmare
    Jun 30, 2021
    9
    EN:
    Extremely innovative and modern game. The gameplay is quite fun, as is the mechanics of the game. The graphics are simple, yet quite beautiful. The music is fantastic. Great little game. Must play.

    SRP:
    Izuzetno inovativna i moderna igra. Gejmplej je dosta zabavan, kao i mehanika igre. Grafika je jednostavna, a ipak dosta lepa. Muzika je fantastična. Sjajna mala igra.
  28. LeandroGuev
    Sep 21, 2021
    9
    Simplemente genial, te engancha desde el inicio y simplemente es imposible dejar de jugar. Tiene niveles muy buenos y no te cansas nunca por la constante introducción de mecánicas. Sin entrar en spoilers, la historia no esta mal, aunque no es su punto fuerte pero tiene uno de los gameplays mas innovadores que he visto. Debes jugarlo? Simplemente si, es imperdible.
  29. Bruninho1997
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    Quem gosta de um bom FPS Single Player simplesmente deve dar uma chance a SUPERHOT.
    Sua jogabilidade é perfeita, imersiva, e muito bem elaborada.
    Questões gráficas, sonoras e de enredo são quase imperceptíveis, pois todo o brilho do jogo está na sua gameplay.
  30. VidGamingFather
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    My Video Review is available here:
    https://youtu.be/RLeCSV_xEd4
    SUPERHOT quickly dragged me in by its strong atmosphere, mysterious story, original concept full of fresh ideas, good level design, many ways to succeed, challenging yet not frustrating difficulty, simple and responsive controls, stylish graphics and atmospheric sounds. It has brought fresh new mechanics to the first    My Video Review is available here:
    https://youtu.be/RLeCSV_xEd4

    SUPERHOT quickly dragged me in by its strong atmosphere, mysterious story, original concept full of fresh ideas, good level design, many ways to succeed, challenging yet not frustrating difficulty, simple and responsive controls, stylish graphics and atmospheric sounds. It has brought fresh new mechanics to the first person genre and makes you feel like the hero of a Hong Kong action movie dancing between the slow motion bullets and killing a lot of enemies in many ways. Have I even found any cons in this game? Well, maybe the enemies could be more variable and the game menu could be less confusing as it might take a while to find some important settings there.
    Is it suitable for family playing? Well, definitely for fellow gaming fathers themselves. As for the kids, despite there is no blood or drastic scenes it is still a violent game so, I would recommend it for the age 10+ at least.

    Pros:
    - atmosphere
    - story
    - original concept
    - level design
    - many possible solutions
    - balanced difficulty
    - controls
    - graphics and sounds

    Cons:
    - variability of enemies
    - confusing game menu

    I have really enjoyed playing SUPERHOT. It was a very original and intensive experience for me and thus I am giving it Thumbs Up and VideoGaming Father’s Index 9+ out of 10 - highly recommended!    … Expand
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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 93 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 93
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 93
  3. Negative: 0 out of 93
  1. Edge Magazine
    May 1, 2016
    70
    It's a victory for style over substance, in which style smashes substance's head into a million pieces. [May 2016, p.116]
  2. CD-Action
    May 1, 2016
    70
    Superhot makes everything you do look unbelievably stylish, but offers so little content that three hours with the game was enough for me. It needs more varied enemies, a broader arsenal, larger stages. I believe Superhot’s innovative mechanics can be squeezed for more and I’m looking forward to a sequel. [04/2016, p.54]
  3. games(TM)
    Apr 28, 2016
    80
    Luckily, the core concept coupled with that gorgeous and impactful art style is enough to warrant our recommendation. Your time with Superhot may be fleeting, but you’ll find every second exhilarating.
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