SUPERHOT

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 15,151 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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PSVR feels like it was made for this simply because Superhot VR is indomitable proof of life for Virtual Reality as a gaming platform. If you have PSVR this needs to be your next game.
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"SuperHot: Mind Control Delete" is a first-person shooter where time moves only when you do. With an arsenal of new skills and weapons, players face off against new enemies in a stylish, slow-motion ballet of destruction. This game expands on the world and story of the original "SuperHot" and its VR counterpart, providing a satisfying and challenging power fantasy.

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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 15,151 reviews
story855 positive mentions
grinding38 negative mentions
  • story3,074 mentions

    The story of *Superhot* has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it short and somewhat unengaging, typically lasting around 2-3 hours. While some appreciate its unique, meta-narrative style that intertwines with gameplay, others criticize it for being intrusive and lacking depth. Despite the brevity of the main story, players often highlight the game's replayability through various challenge modes and endless gameplay, suggesting that the focus should be more on the innovative mechanics rather than the story itself.

    • “The narrative is cleverly woven into the gameplay, creating an intriguing meta-story that blurs the lines between the game and reality.”
    • “The story is short but still offers hours of playtime.”
    • “The story is a well-made one which is refreshing.”
    • “I honestly found the story kind of dull and lazy, and was basically just trudging along until I could be rid of it and have free play, but I still absolutely think it's a worthwhile game when it's on sale.”
    • “The story is a huge waste of time, that distracts from what everyone bought this game to do.”
    • “The story mode is very short, only about 2 hours, but the game is cheap and a great experience.”
  • gameplay2,383 mentions

    The gameplay of Superhot is widely praised for its innovative mechanics, particularly the unique concept where time only moves when the player moves, creating a blend of first-person shooter and puzzle elements. While many players find the core gameplay engaging and satisfying, some express disappointment over the game's short campaign length, typically around 2-3 hours, and the repetitive nature of the challenges. Overall, the game is recommended for its fun mechanics and replayability, especially in endless and challenge modes, but potential buyers are advised to consider the price relative to the content offered.

    • “Superhot is a truly unique and innovative approach towards the fps genre, and it is the simplistic graphics, smooth gameplay and matrix vibe that make it stand out above many.”
    • “The gameplay is fantastic and lends itself well to near infinite replayability.”
    • “The core gameplay is amazing, and is modified by several challenges.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly clunky, but in an attempt to make the slow-motion cooler, they give you a replay of your run at full speed.”
    • “The gameplay is very unique and you feel like a badass when you watch the replays at the end of each level.”
    • “The gameplay is short, repetitive, and there is simply not enough content here to merit the $25 price.”
  • graphics599 mentions

    The graphics of "Superhot" are characterized by a striking minimalist aesthetic that effectively enhances gameplay, utilizing a limited color palette of red, white, and black. While some players appreciate the simplicity and clarity of the visuals, which help focus on the unique time-manipulation mechanics, others feel that the graphics lack depth and detail, leading to mixed opinions on their overall appeal. Overall, the art style is seen as functional and stylish, contributing to the game's innovative experience rather than detracting from it.

    • “This game deserves all the awards it got because this is just jaw-dropping. The entire game features not eye-bleeding graphics, fun gameplay, and the main mechanic of the game—only moving if you do—is just so genius.”
    • “The minimalist art style is both striking and functional, enhancing the focus on gameplay and making enemy detection easy.”
    • “The graphics are sleek, minimalistic, and heavily stylized, which helps to make important elements pop out, such as enemies, bullets, and weapons.”
    • “The art style still gets in the way of the game.”
    • “Sure, the gameplay is cool and reminds me of Neo from The Matrix, but it gets old quickly, and the rest of the experience (story, visuals, and audio) is mediocre.”
    • “The sound design is grating on the ears, and the visuals are like a seizure test in between levels.”
  • replayability314 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting that while the main campaign is short (around 1.5 to 3 hours), it offers significant replay value through various modes such as endless and challenge modes. These additional features encourage players to experiment with different strategies and approaches, enhancing the overall experience. However, some reviewers feel that the replayability can diminish over time due to repetitive gameplay and a lack of diverse content.

    • “Endless mode, speed-run mode, and challenge modes allow high replayability and the honing of skills.”
    • “The main campaign is only 2 hours maximum, but there are plenty of challenges to complete after that, so it's quite replayable.”
    • “The replayability factor is infinite and even if you do get bored of replaying the story there are tonnes of additional game modes that get unlocked once you beat the game and subsequently more features unlock as you play these.”
    • “After you finish the story, in my opinion, the game isn't really replayable and the rest of the modes are not worth playing.”
    • “The main issue is that it took me about 90 minutes to beat the whole story and yes, there is replayability, but it just feels pointless.”
    • “The game is extremely short, beatable in well under an hour if you're half decent, and the secondary modes, endless and challenges, offer little to no excitement and replayability.”
  • music110 mentions

    The music aspect of Superhot is characterized by a notable absence of a traditional soundtrack, with most players highlighting the lack of music during gameplay as a significant feature. Instead, the game relies on sound effects like gunshots and shattering glass, which some players appreciate for enhancing focus and immersion, while others find it monotonous and lacking excitement. The only music present is a credits theme, which has received mixed reactions, leading many to suggest playing their own music to enhance the experience.

    • “The soundtrack of Superhot is a perfect complement to its gameplay.”
    • “Music from your playlist combined with the way this game handles makes you feel like a complete badass.”
    • “The best way to play Superhot is to run Spotify and play your favorite music!”
    • “Superhot doesn't really have anything worthwhile in terms of story or soundtrack, or maybe even visuals.”
    • “There's basically no music except for a credits theme (which I like!) but it makes up for that with exactly one sound effect.”
    • “The lack of a soundtrack is a stylistic choice, but not one I agree with.”
  • grinding63 mentions

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is often viewed as excessively tedious and time-consuming, with many players feeling it detracts from the overall experience. While some achievements require significant grinding, others can be completed without it, leading to mixed feelings about the necessity of grinding for completion. Overall, the consensus suggests that the grinding aspect can be frustrating and may require a considerable investment of time, often overshadowing the game's more enjoyable elements.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “I only started playing this title in 2022 and quickly found it has so much replay value; there's no grinding involved, no stupid, pointless side missions; just pure FPS fun... and matrix-style gameplay.”
    • “A few weeks or more of grinding.”
    • “Some of the most tedious nonsense that completely blocks all progress unless you indulge them.”
    • “While that does initially seem like a lot of content, at least 10 of those hours will be spent doing nothing but grinding.”
    • “It's a slog, a tedious grind, too much unimpactful filler content.”
  • humor62 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, particularly in the context of its unique gameplay mechanics and absurd scenarios. However, others criticize the humor as pretentious or annoying, especially in relation to the story, which many deem mediocre. Overall, while there are moments of hilarity and cleverness, the humor may not resonate with everyone, leading to a polarized reception.

    • “Mind-bending gameplay: time only moves when you do, making for some truly epic (and hilarious) bullet ballets.”
    • “The funny part is it would have been a great game if it had no story and just 'shoot red guys,' but the game literally mocks you for thinking that.”
    • “Great mechanics, expansive replayability and modes, very funny humor and good fun to watch replays in real-time to see what a badass you are.”
    • “102 minutes to complete the story... probably even less because I took my time and didn't rush it. There's always an endless mode to virtually enhance the lifetime of the game, but it's not funny long enough.”
  • stability50 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including freezing issues and frustrating mechanics. While some players experienced a smooth performance with minimal issues, others found the game to be overly buggy, impacting their overall enjoyment. Overall, the game's stability appears to vary widely among users, with a notable number expressing a desire for further polish and bug fixes.

    • “No glitches thus far.”
    • “The game runs great; I haven't had a single crash or bug since I started playing.”
    • “It's a fun game; it's not buggy or broken, it works.”
    • “Excellent puzzle game, but I purchased and downloaded the game expecting a fun revisit of an old favorite and instead got an hour of doomed-to-fail controller setup and troubleshooting.”
    • “The fact that it was partly quite frustrating, didn't have a very compelling plot and featured a bunch of glitches prevents me from giving it a very high rating.”
    • “Very buggy, is always crashing even though I have twice the recommended processing power.”
  • optimization35 mentions

    The optimization of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance even on lower-spec hardware and others reporting significant issues such as stuttering and poor frame rates. While many appreciate the game's unique visual style and overall performance, there are notable complaints about clunky mechanics and a lack of optimization for certain platforms, particularly for Mac users. Overall, the game's performance can vary widely depending on the system, leading to a divided opinion on its optimization quality.

    • “The visual style not only contributes to the game's unique identity but also allows for smooth performance, even on lower-spec hardware.”
    • “The game is very well optimized and the premise alone, combined with the level design and difficulty curve, make this a very fun, albeit short experience.”
    • “I've had no performance issues with it on my Alienware Alpha R1 on the highest graphics settings at 1080p, and the game looks great despite its minimalistic design.”
    • “The main concept is genius, but the game is obnoxious and very poorly optimized (it's actually impressive how bad it is given the minimalistic style).”
    • “This game is just poorly optimized and since this game is over a year old, I would think patches and a fix would be available by now but apparently not.”
    • “Huge performance problems, constantly drops below 60 sometimes to 15-20fps.”
  • atmosphere32 mentions

    The atmosphere of *Superhot* is widely praised for its unique and surreal aesthetic, characterized by a striking red and white color palette that enhances immersion. Players appreciate the game's minimalist environments, eerie sound design, and subtle storytelling, which together create a captivating and sometimes unsettling experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's innovative mechanics and engaging gameplay.

    • “The game's distinctive red and white color palette creates a surreal atmosphere, enhancing the sense of immersion.”
    • “The striking contrast between the minimalist environments and the vivid red enemies and objects creates a surreal and captivating atmosphere.”
    • “Superhot combines a truly innovative game mechanic with a unique atmosphere and style.”
    • “There's a surprisingly unsettling atmosphere to this game, from the story to the droning soundtrack in levels and the colorless (and sometimes untextured) environments.”
    • “I think if they had leaned harder into the absurdity of the setting and been a lot more self-aware, the atmosphere of the game would be a little less cringe-worthy.”
    • “Fun, for a while at least, in story mode the commands and chat-room passages create more of an annoying atmosphere, not a tense one.”
  • emotional28 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game elicits a wide range of feelings, from intense engagement and excitement to genuine dread and introspection. Players report feeling empowered and immersed, likening their experiences to iconic characters like John Wick and Neo, while others express frustration with the game's narrative and pacing. Overall, the game successfully evokes strong emotions, though opinions vary on the depth and impact of its story.

    • “Ngl the last level took me 1 hour to complete and I cried about it lol but when I completed it, it was amazing!”
    • “Superhot made me feel genuine dread during the story elements and made me feel like Neo in the gameplay sections.”
    • “The story made me emotional; I cried every time.”
    • “It's a pretty boring story as well.”
    • “But for a short and boring story like this, it's not worth it.”
    • “Looks good, plays good, but the boring story leaves a dent in your wallet at full price.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its intrusive ad launcher that appears every time the game is opened, leading to a frustrating user experience. Many players feel that the game prioritizes profit over quality, describing it as a "shameless cash grab" designed to go viral rather than provide genuine entertainment. Overall, the monetization approach detracts from the gameplay, making it feel repetitive and overly commercialized.

    • “The bad thing is the game has a launcher just for ads; some of the hitboxes are terrible, and the repetitiveness of the challenges.”
    • “The launcher is basically a constant advertisement every time you open the game.”
    • “The only reason this game was made was to force it to go viral and make a ton of easy money by telling players to advertise it to their friends with the phrase, 'it's the most innovative shooter I've played in years!' Shameless cash grab.”
  • character development5 mentions

    The game lacks significant character development, with users noting that it does not offer the depth found in titles like Portal and Undertale. While the character design is praised for its quality, the overall experience may disappoint those seeking intricate character arcs or complex interactions.

    • “The game features a long, engaging story, well-designed models, good music, and strong character development, making the main character very likable.”
    • “Character development is a highlight of the game, providing depth and engagement that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The game excels in character development, offering players a chance to connect with the characters on a deeper level.”
    • “Unlike Portal and Undertale, there is no character development in the slightest.”
    • “The game is certainly not suited for people who crave deep character development or complex interlocking mechanics.”
    • “Character design is really very well done; people have no faces, no clothes, and if I remember correctly, not even fingers.”
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Critic Reviews

82% average critic score

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Play time

3hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
2hMain story
20hCompletionist
2-5hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 110 analyzed playthroughs

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