Hotline Miami

Rating:5 (1 votes)
Played:178 times
Developer:Dennaton Games
Released:October 23, 2012
Platform:Browser, Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Technology:GML, HTML5

Hotline Miami is a top-down action game with pixelated graphics, retro in style but still fast-paced and tense. Players will take on the role of an anonymous character who receives mysterious missions over the phone, with the goal of eliminating objects in buildings without being detected. The game is notable for its vibrant music, fast and violent gameplay, and eerie and tense atmosphere.

Hotline Miami Story

In Hotline Miami, players receive mysterious messages from strangers, tasking them with completing objectives in their own way. Each mission takes place in different buildings, where the main character must find a way to approach and eliminate the assigned objects. The story is told indirectly through phone calls, messages and environmental details, creating a mysterious and haunting atmosphere.

The plot evokes the madness and inner conflict of the character: he is both the perpetrator of violence and has to face the psychological consequences of that action. The player must also consider the missions' motives and nature, in addition to the action.

How to play Hotline Miami

Hotline Miami requires the player to move the character in rooms from top to bottom, collecting weapons such as guns, knives, sticks or temporary objects to eliminate enemies. The game does not have an automatic health recovery system, so every decision is highly tactical. The player must observe the environment, choose the time to attack and know how to take advantage of surrounding objects to their advantage.

The one-hit-one-kill system is a big part of what makes each fight tense and requires quick reflexes. The music in the game plays a leading role in the tempo, increasing the feeling of excitement or anxiety depending on the situation. Each mission has multiple approaches, providing variety and high replayability.

Hotline Miami is a unique action game, combining a retro style with fast-paced, challenging violent mechanics and a mysterious storyline. The game requires players to be both tactical and have sharp reflexes while experiencing a tense, haunting and eerie atmosphere. With captivating music and flexible gameplay, Hotline Miami is still an attractive choice for those who love thrilling action experiences and are not afraid of challenges. There are many other equally attractive horror games, one of which is Granny 2.

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