About Hotline Miami

You storm through neon-soaked rooms in Hotline Miami, a brutal top-down action game that puts reflexes and planning to the test. Each floor is a puzzle of armed enemies—you pick your angle, grab a weapon from bats to shotguns, and clear the building before a single mistake ends your run. Death comes fast, but instant restarts keep you trying new tactics until you find the perfect sequence.

The retro pixel art and pulsing soundtrack pull you into a hazy 1980s fever dream where split-second decisions matter. Available on Poki Games, Hotline Miami rewards aggression and creativity: throw weapons to stun guards, kick down doors to disorient groups, or go loud with firearms when stealth fails. Every level ratchets up the challenge, demanding sharper timing and bolder plays as you chase that flawless clear.

How to play Hotline Miami

WASD – move
Left mouse button – shoot
R – reload
1, 2, 3 – change weapons
Left joystick (mobile) – move
Right joystick (mobile) – shoot
Tap weapon slot (mobile) – select weapon