Hotline Miami

A neon-soaked, brutal, and fast-paced top-down action game developed by Dennaton Games and published by Devolver Digital in 2012. Set in an alternate 1989 Miami, the game follows an unnamed protagonist, nicknamed "Jacket," who receives cryptic phone calls instructing him to eliminate members of the local crime syndicate. What follows is a series of violent, chaotic encounters where strategy, speed, and precision are key, as both enemies and the player can be killed instantly. The gameplay revolves around rapid executions, a variety of weapons, and unique masks that grant different abilities. Featuring a pulsating electronic soundtrack, stylized pixel art, and a retro-wave aesthetic, Hotline Miami draws heavy inspiration from 80s crime films. The game was widely praised for its intense gameplay, atmospheric storytelling, and unique audiovisual experience, earning it a cult following.