HITM3

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HITM3 is a single player action game. It was developed by xiri and was released on July 11, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"HITM3" is a single-player musical adventure game set in Santiago de Chile, following Nam's journey to help his love, Dei, create his own movie. Players can sell empanadas to fund the film or uncover the dark origin of their relationship. The game features a wholesome story, a beautiful soundtrack with tracks by various artists, and 2-4 hours of gameplay with reimagined movies from renowned directors.

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

music14 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features an incredible soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and complements the vibrant visuals.
The art style is unique and captivating, with a low-poly aesthetic that adds character and charm to the game.
HITM3 offers a heartfelt and authentic narrative centered around queer life, love, and community, making it a touching and relatable experience.

The gameplay can feel repetitive, with many fetch and delivery quests that may not provide enough variety.
The English translation has numerous grammatical errors and typos, which can detract from the narrative experience.
Navigation can be frustrating due to fixed camera angles and poorly designed locations, making it difficult to explore the environment.

music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its exceptional quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its funky, artsy vibe that complements the game's unique aesthetic. The soundtrack is described as mesmerizing and fitting perfectly with the narrative, elevating both the mood and visuals throughout the gameplay. Additionally, the strategic use of silence at times adds to the emotional depth, making the music a standout feature of the game.
- “Combined with a killer soundtrack and an eye-catching color palette, hitm3 provides a tour de force of emotional bravery and tactful conversations that stands tall on its own, but will make you backtrack for the whole trilogy once the credits roll.”
- “The music is absolutely amazing, I'm definitely going to go listen to all the artists that are featured here.”
- “It's more in a range of the 'artsy music' if you know what I am referring to, slightly reminded me of the Purgobox's soundtrack because it has such a homebrew feel to it, but it matches the niche aesthetic of the game.”
- “I enjoyed the game pretty much from the second I heard that soundtrack, showing complex ideas with simple visuals, and if this came from a different developer you could easily get more censorship.”
- “The soundtrack is also a highlight, complementing and texturing the comfortingly dissonant visuals perfectly.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a heartfelt and authentic exploration of a raw queer narrative centered around a group of friends and lovers creating a movie about their lives. While the gameplay is simplistic and sometimes feels secondary to the unfolding plot, the characters exhibit strong chemistry, and the integration of previous games adds depth. The music and visuals enhance the storytelling, making it a touching experience, though some found the translation lacking.
- “A warm, playful, touching story about a group of friends/lovers that work together to record a movie about their lives.”
- “This, and the story itself, come together to make a short play that feels authentic, heartfelt, and unique.”
- “I thought it was brilliant the way they integrated the previous two games into the story via re-interpretation by the characters.”
- “I almost could have done without the walk and talk gameplay; just watching the story unfold by itself would have been enough.”
- “Gameplay is very simplistic, mostly comprising fetch/delivery quests that complement the plot.”
- “Although I understand that Xiri probably wanted to focus on the visual and story only, it still felt a bit unusual.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their unique low-poly aesthetic and vibrant use of primary colors, creating an intoxicating pop-art interpretation of Chile that enhances the overall experience. While the art style and composition are celebrated, some players feel that certain locations lack thoughtful design and purpose, detracting from the immersive quality. Overall, the visuals are complemented by a standout soundtrack that enriches the narrative and atmosphere.
- “The art is beautiful and its low-poly aesthetic has a lot of character.”
- “The soundtrack is also a highlight, complementing and texturing the comfortingly dissonant visuals perfectly.”
- “The aesthetic backbone is just too intoxicating with its clever use of primary colors, its aura-dignifying pop-art interpretation of Chile (a game setting that I haven't really seen get explored in a 3D game) distilled in simple 3D graphics, and a lethal eye for composition and framing.”
- “I enjoyed the game pretty much from the second I heard that soundtrack, showing complex ideas with simple visuals, and if this came from a different developer you could easily get more censorship.”
- “Not sure if it's specific to the game or just used for it, but if nothing else, it complemented the story and the visuals really well.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of hitm3 is highlighted by its authentic and heartfelt storytelling, focusing on the complexities of human relationships and vulnerabilities. The combination of a captivating soundtrack and striking visuals enhances the emotional depth, making the experience both touching and unique. Players are encouraged to explore the narrative's emotional bravery, which resonates long after the game concludes.
- “Combined with a killer soundtrack and an eye-catching color palette, hitm3 provides a tour de force of emotional bravery and tactful conversations that stands tall on its own, but will make you backtrack for the whole trilogy once the credits roll.”
- “A warm, playful, touching story about a group of friends/lovers that work together to record a movie about their lives.”
- “This, and the story itself, come together to make a short play that feels authentic, heartfelt, and unique.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in hitm3 is characterized by its simplicity, primarily revolving around fetch and delivery quests that support the narrative. While some players find the walk-and-talk mechanics less engaging, the game's strong cinematography and compelling story can make the experience enjoyable. Overall, the gameplay may not be riveting, but it effectively complements the unique aesthetic and narrative elements of the game.
- “Everything from the aesthetic to the use of music and gameplay (there's fixed camera angles! I love it!) makes this such a unique and cool narrative game.”
- “While the genre’s constituents don’t provide riveting gameplay, hitm3 is no exception to this; the meat and potatoes fill its players with beautifully crafted cinematography and a just-one-more-page script that latches on immediately.”
- “I almost could have done without the walk and talk gameplay; just watching the story unfold by itself would have been enough.”
- “Gameplay is very simplistic, mostly comprising fetch/delivery quests that complement the plot.”
- “While the genre’s constituents don’t provide riveting gameplay, and hitm3 is no exception to this.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by clever and unexpected interactions that provide a lighthearted take on serious themes, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the optional achievements that include amusing moments, adding an extra layer of enjoyment.
- “(+) has some optional achievement support with a couple of really funny interactions.”
- “And the world has funny ways of providing it.”
- “If hindsight is 20/20, then the world has a funny way of expecting safety, guidance, and direction at the high-speed pursuit of now.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant and joyful tone, effectively capturing themes of happiness and friendship, creating an uplifting experience for players.
- “I can't say that I've ever played a game with such a 'high on life', joyful atmosphere, almost like the game is trying to capture its themes through a lens of happiness and friendship.”