Hotline Miami

Good game and no woke nonsense in it.

*If anyone says "dEfInE WoKe ThEn" ok...feel free to copy and paste this definition when you are asked this banal attempt at a "gotcha":

"Wokeness alludes to a left wing philosophy that, at it's centre, is based on identity within the context of Marxism. Common manifestations of the "woke" ideology are commonly listed under the guises of "social justice", "equity" and "intersectionality" - all systems that counterintuitively judge people based on their skin colour, or their sexual orientation or gender "expression" in reverse hierarchy of perceived "power" - rather than that of the content of ones character. This system was primarily created by the marxist Antonio Gramsci (google him).

This ideology supports the very opposite of a meritocracy and elevates immutable characteristics over character itself, holding the belief that if only "you" or your perceived tribe were in "power" you could make socialism work and perfectly even the outcomes for all people."

Tldr: Wokeism is at its core a racist philosophy generally held by authoritarian narcissists who use fascist tactics of violence, death threats, cancellation and bullying to silence any opposition. :D

really good, is really short but has a lot of character. the masks are a really fun concept, the lore is interesting and the osts are amazing. also bikers side of the story is the best part of the game



the brick achievements may be the worst things ive ever had to do in a game ever

this game is so fire but the level where the cops show up makes me mad

Hotline Miami is an all-time classic and it just so happens to be a phenomenal Steam Deck game.

9/10
everything is amazing from music to story buy now play now yes. Only issue is the enemies are bullshit and all of them have ultra instinct

Nice brutal top down shooter
sometimes the controls good and sometimes straight shit
I like how random the enemy scout pattern and attack, make the game harder to finish
overall great, but if you have anger issue then I don't think this one good 4 ya

Steam needs to implement stricter rules on selling games that are too old to launch smoothly on modern systems.

You'll probably manage to puzzle it out, but it's still not acceptable.

Very good game with good story and gameplay. 9.8/10 also it has tons of replay value and lore to it that makes the game even better.

Hotline Miami é o tipo de jogo que te joga no meio da ação sem muitas explicações e só te deixa sair quando você estiver completamente viciado. A história começa com você, um cara misterioso conhecido como Jacket, recebendo ligações estranhas que te mandam ir até certos lugares… e matar todo mundo. Sem questionar, você coloca sua máscara e segue as ordens.

No começo, parece só um jogo de matança frenética, mas conforme a história avança, as coisas começam a ficar mais bizarras. Quem está te mandando essas ligações? Por que você está matando essas pessoas? E, o mais estranho de tudo… será que você está no controle de algo?

A jogabilidade é rápida e brutal: você entra em um prédio cheio de inimigos e tem que eliminar todos sem ser atingido. Morra e tente de novo, morra e tente de novo, até que sua execução seja tão perfeita que pareça uma cena coreografada de um filme de ação.

E aí vem um dos maiores destaques do jogo: a trilha sonora. Cada fase tem uma música tão insana que você se sente hipnotizado, como se estivesse realmente dentro daquele caos. O jogo te puxa para esse ritmo frenético e, quando você percebe, já passou horas jogando.

No final, Hotline Miami não é só um jogo de ação, é uma experiência única que mistura violência, psicodelia e uma trilha sonora inacreditável.

Notas:

🎮 Jogabilidade: 9/10 – Rápida, viciante e brutal. Você nunca se sente frustrado, sempre quer tentar de novo.

👁 Gráficos: 8/10 – Pixel art estilosa e cheia de personalidade, combinando perfeitamente com o tom do jogo.

🔊 Som: 10/10 – As músicas grudam na cabeça e elevam a experiência a outro nível. É impossível jogar sem sentir a batida.

📖 História: 8/10 – No começo parece simples, mas vai ficando cada vez mais perturbadora.

🎯 Dificuldade das Conquistas: 7/10 – Algumas são desafiadoras, mas nada impossível. Platinar exige habilidade, mas vale a pena.

⏳ Duração: 8/10 – Não é longo, mas cada fase é intensa e te faz querer voltar para melhorar seu desempenho.

🔥 Nota Final: 9/10 – Um jogo que não só te desafia, mas te prende completamente no seu ritmo alucinante. Se ainda não jogou, jogue. Se já jogou, jogue de novo. 🔥💀

Astonishing game! Very addicting and fun, the story is dramatic and kinda sad, the tone overall is gory, glamorously violent, every once in a while it makes you feel like John Wick, but it mostly makes me look like a 3 year old

great for sadists and masochists alike 10/10 please play this masterpeice

As I remembered when I played it on the PS3, a wonderful game that encourages you with all its elements to kill, to be faster, to do more combos, to have better punctuation. The soundtrack is perfect, I don't think they could have chosen better songs. The only thing that is missing for me are the bosses, with all the adrenaline I get from other levels I don't like having to do a fight/puzzle, I just want to punch them in the face and go for the next one.

This game is sick! The atmosphere of 1980s Miami is perfect. I especially loved the silent main character he fit so well with the story. I love the style, story, and gameplay. This game is a 10/10 I want to inject it in my veins

A brutal, fast-paced action game with a surreal 80s vibe. Legendary soundtracks and addictive gameplay make it unforgettable. I absolutely love this game—pure adrenaline and style!

It is one of the best(if not the best) 2D game ever. This game totally worth it.
Gameplay is incredibly smooth, but also hard.
Music is AMAZING. It really makes game more immersive.
Graphics are also very good for a 2D game.
Overall, I think everyone must play this game. I completed it and still play some levels because this game is too good:)

por enquanto é um jogo muito bom, faz tempo que não jogo, pretendo zerar, platinar e voltar e dar uma review melhor.

A really fun game! The gameplay is super brutal with the one hit causes death thing, so you replay the same few sections over and over again and become better at them and eventually get past them. It's fun killing the enemies in many different ways and seeing their corpses and blood scattered around after killing all of them. You get better at the levels to the point that you can rack up a lot of points quickly either by killing enemies in different ways or killing a lot of them in quick succession. The pixelated graphics are charming and the soundtrack is absolutely god-like.

This game was amazing back then and it is amazing now. It hasn't aged badly not one bit.
the whole CRT asthetic, brutal violence and tough as nails split second reaction gameplay made this game a one of a kind back in the day.

So what is this game about? very simple, you play as sort of a mentally deranged hitman, who is hired by this mysterious contractor, who sends you to kill a bunch of russians.

Levels play on a top-down view, and you only can take 1 hit, so you are as deadly as you are as fragile just like the thugs and mobsters you are trying to kill. the mission is simple, KILL. EVERYONE. as fast as you can, and leave the crime scene in your car, get home, confirm the contract, and get ready for the next contract. Everything is twitch-reaction based and you are expected to re-do the same levels over and over again due to how easy it is to die.

You make use of melee weapons, shotguns, machine guns, your fists, or anything you can think of to do the level. The biggest gameplay change are The Masks which gives you substantial bonuses, and modifies the game in a very drastic way.

Thats all im gonna say about this game, it is a bit short, but it's probably one of the biggest Devolver Digital Games that put devolver on the map as one of the best indie publishers out there. The OST is also amazing.

i Give this game a 9.5/10

When you are done with this , get hotline miami 2 as well.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/274170/Hotline_Miami_2_Wrong_Number/

Hotline Miami isn’t just a game — it’s a full-on adrenaline rush wrapped in pixelated aesthetics and topped off with a psychedelic soundtrack. Yes, the game looks simple, but behind that apparent simplicity lies incredible depth. It’s meaty not just in terms of the sheer amount of blood on the screen, but also in the emotions it evokes. Every level is a challenge where a single mistake can cost you your life, and that’s exactly what makes it hardcore. You can literally feel every muscle tense up as you try to complete another mission.

The game’s story is a whole other beast. The protagonist, a former soldier, is thrown into a world of violence and chaos, and his struggle with stress and inner demons is portrayed through surreal dialogues and unexpected twists. You’re not just killing enemies — you’re trying to figure out who you are and why you’re doing all of this. The game makes you think about the nature of violence, responsibility, and the consequences of your actions.

The atmosphere of Hotline Miami is a masterpiece in itself. Neon colors, retro style, and a pulsating electronic soundtrack create the feeling of being trapped in some surreal trip. The game doesn’t let go until the very end, leaving you with a trail of questions and emotions.

In short, if you haven’t played Hotline Miami yet, you’ve missed out on a lot. This isn’t just a game — it’s an experience that will stay with you for a long time. I recommend it to anyone ready to dive into a world where beauty and brutality go hand in hand.

Ever seen the movie starring Ryan Gosling called "Drive"? This is basically the video game of that movie, and its a masterpiece. Buy it, play it, a legendary indie title that still holds up till this day.

Great story and fun gameplay and the mask are such a cool feature the only thing I dont like is how jankie the combat can be at times like you could hit someone right in the back and they just dont die but thats an issue rarley happens so yeah great game

One of the best games you can get for $10. The gameplay, music, color palette, and art style all blend together in this amazing, violent, and vibrant whirlwind to create an incredible experience. A very challenging game but super satisfying to master. Highly recommend this game, there's a reason it's a cult classic.

You take out five guys in a second, die because you didn't see a sixth, and repeat until you feel like a god just to get a c-. The music is so good it makes you want to crack someone's head open with a baguette. The story is a mix of violence and shady phone calls, but who needs context when you can smash heads with a door. My therapist said I need to stop playing it, 10/10.

Honestly, I have never played a game that I like the idea of so much but frustrates me so quickly that I just quit after only a few minutes because of the absolutely insanely inconsistent AI and the janky gameplay.

One of the best games I've ever played, despite its relatively short story, it still tells a powerful one at that. It ticks all the right boxes as far as I'm concerned, and I wish I could experience it for the first time again. The feeling you get from both being able to slaughter rooms and rooms of enemies whilst having high adrenaline beats to that hum of the soundtrack when you finish a level and have to walk back through your crimes is a powerful feeling, you can see how much care they put into the game when it comes to really putting you into the front seat. The way Hotline Miami speaks directly to you is quite important too, it questions you directly and doesn't pull any punches in doing so. 10/10 is veri gud :')

Quick game, musics alright, gameplays alright. story is wack. Buy it for a quick adventure on a day with nothing else to do.

You probably heard about this game already, and yeah it is a classic. I had to get used to it a little but in the end I enjoyed the game.

Theme is really creative. It is really well made that you understand how it became a classic. It is a pixel game and some people might approach with prejudice but let me tell you, artistic side is lovely. It is simple, colorful and overall theme is complete.

Gameplay is what most people will play the game for. It is one of the fast paced games where you either kill others one hit or die from one hit meanwhile seeking combos. I can say it is a little hard to learn and even harder to play it properly and do infinite combos to get A+ on all levels, but not impossible. It is actually pretty pleasing to learn it and try to do it. I only tried to do an A+ run a couple levels and it was fun, but grinding to that is pretty optional. You can witness the story and overall vibes meanwhile taking it a little slow and finish the game for good too. If you crave such a game I would recommend.

I actually played the game for the story and theme and also not disappointed. It might be cut short but a pleasing experience. I was curious enough to learn the game a little to finish it till the ending. I love the stories that include psychos and violence, like Postal 2, and this game also did not disappoint me. I would recommend Hotline Miami highly, though you might need a little extra time and patience to learn it.

I also want to talk about the music choices, it is just excellent and brilliant, absolutely loved it.

awesome, fun, top-down, gory, fast paced hack'n'slash fighting game where 1 hit kills you, making simple mistakes punishing.
amazing sound track with 80s-style rhythmic synth music that tricks you into a feeling of flow state with all the visual & audio overstimulation from non-stop action-packed gameplay.
super replayable, many different levels, the different masks give you different ways to fight each time, the combo & score system is addictive for completionists and plenty of work for achievement hunters.
above all that, an amazing, non-liner story that trickle feeds you information to eventually build the whole picture. themes of insanity, questions of morality and the ethics of enjoying violence.

The absolute GOAT. This is the only game I keep installed at all times so I can jump in for a quick session.
I only have 30 hours of playtime but if feels like a couple hundred.

pleasant experience with great soundtrack and atmosphere, masks are giving you a little bit of gameplay diversity(most of the time), also, this game provides enough challenge if you want to play in the most efffective way
game is considered indie classic, and it deserves it, that's all
bought it for half of a dollar, and you should buy it too, 8/10

incredible game 10/10 (there is only a minor achievement bug)

The musics good, the art is awesome, its fun when you get a flow going, but the square section of level ten is one of the most hellish experiences I have endured. The amount of times in this game when you get shot by an enemy you cant even see is just so frustrating.

this game fucks hard dude the gameplay flow is clean asf the music is sick and the score system is so satisfying all of it goes insane

gud game . years of continuous good times. a shit show for the family. enjoyable for years to ocme. 10/ outta ten .kept me steady after the divorce .

genuinely one of the best games i've ever played, very short but sweet. strong visual style and awesome OST, with cool lore and underlying themes about how violence is glorified in media

100%ING this game is making me lose my mind. (SPOILER WARNING AHEAD, SKIP TO TL;DR IF YOU WANT TO AVOID)


Overall: 8.5 out of 10. Absolutely fantastic overstimulating violent gore-filled game.

Part one: extremely good introduction to the games and its mechanics, Enemy placement feels decent; quickly gets you used to the overall feel of the game. No real bad levels.

Part two: more rocky than Part one; still not that bad. Bigger levels, bigger fun.

Part three: this part can kinda drag with a few levels, not bad; but Crackdown and Hot&Heavy will forever live in my nightmares. If your skills and reflexes still aren't that sharp, than Part three will not be forgiving to you.

Part four: I don't know if this is a hot take, but his part of the game kinda blows. Trauma is objectively the worst level in the game and kills the pacing. most of the levels (besides Assault) are pretty forgettable and the final showdown also feels like a weird change of pace from the rest of the game. In my opinion, this part of the game is the reason for the rating.

Bikers Epilogue: I was not expecting to really enjoy playing as a one off boss, but I did. Showed a really good "what if" portion of the story I think more games should do.

The Puzzle: In every Jacket level, you have to find a scrabble tile somewhere in the level. Its a decent time finding them; but they are super small purple pixels on your screen that sometimes feel impossible to find without a guide. And yes, there is a Scrabble piece in Trauma.

Secret ending (tied to the puzzle): once you find every scrabble tile and put them all together, it will spell out IWASBORNINTHEUSA, which biker uses to enter the telephone operators computer. They go on a big lore dump about the game (Wont go into it because it would reveal way to much about the sequel, just find the pieces for yourself).

Bonus 2 levels; these are unlocked after beating the game (any ending) as biker. They are pretty fun challenges for people who want to do a bit more of the standard Hotline Miami formula without achievement hunting. And if you want all masks in the game; you have to play these two levels.

(TL;DR); Hotline Miami is overall an 8.5/10. Extremely good game, addicting, and fun. But there are some points in the game that feel wrong in a game like this. If you have the money, or get this game gifted to you: play it.

I can certainly see where a kickass game like this shaped indie games going forward, with quick restarts and blink-and-you're-dead action. The vibrant aesthetic combined with that truly makes this a hell of a time. Typing this out and seeing a lot of familiar indie dev names in the special thanks. Big fan of this title, i am extremely curious what they do with the sequel.

I have WAYYY more hours on this game on my Nintendo switch but I just want to say that the Hotline Miami games completely changed my life. Amazing soundtrack, gameplay, story, characters, etc. There's so much I want to say about these games but I'm probably going to do it on my Hotline Miami 2 review. Whether I'm listening to the soundtrack or replaying these games, it will always hit different and I will be full of emotions. Thank you Dennaton games for making such a life changing and unforgettable experience. To whoever is reading this, PLEASE try these games for yourself.

Fun, gory, hard, yet nothing describes the sensations it leaves inside of you when you finish the game.
The story is great and with the company of the amazing soundtracks this experience provides it's such a gem.
I personally think everyone should at some point try it, even if, like in my case, it's not some genre you're used to play. It might take a bit longer to complete, but it's absolutely worth it.

Hotline miami avg experience:
enter the game
finish the tutorial
kill gangsters in the most brutal way
get angry at dogs
enemies phase through walls
get all masks
get all puzzle pieces
get all achievements
still play the game for fun because you love jacket and biker

This game kinda sucks until you get used to it. Then you start indulging in the crack that is going for full combos. The speed of combat is infectious.
I personally think the art direction of this game is over hyped (particularly the music), but the visual style is still very cool, and the restrained, intentional writing is truly commendable.

A simple, stylish and challenging arcade shooter - complete with Verhoevian ultraviolence, a sick retrowave aesthetic, and one of the best indie game soundtracks of all time.

Incredible game with tight, demanding, satisfying action, with detailed and unique art, and an amazing soundtrack. Somewhere in there is a story too, but I couldn't tell over how much I enjoy the vibes and combat.

Intensity from level to level is something else. So many interesting elements are moving all at once from the story to the visuals and music. Not many experiences out there like this one, in my opinion.

best game i've ever played, seriously

this game is kinda difficult though

The controls are maddening and hard to aim correctly with. Your biggest battle will be trying to get the game to do what you want it to do.

this game is soo fun. the 2d element makesa it so fun and the combat sytem is also fire

very good game, has very nice story and funnyness moments where you hurt the bad russian people because your insane chicken man, and the funny bike man says the funny dead meat quote so thats cool

do you like hurting other people

one of my fav games, played both on my switch so wanted to experience on my PC too :3 wasn't the type of game i expected to enjoy but the soundtrack is amazing, really great plot and the game is so fun to play

I don't get to say this about games I play that often
This game is truly amazing
the gameplay is fast and encourages one of my personal favourite gameplay styles in any game ever
play, die, learn, repeat
the story in this game is nothing like what came out at the time and even now when you think about it
this game has influenced my own stories and characters that I've been building up for years and years
it is easily in my top 10 games of all time
there is no other game in the world like hotline miami
and it's sequel gets even better