SUPERHOT

SUPERHOT is an extraordinary first-person shooter that offers a unique and innovative gameplay experience. Unlike traditional shooters, this game combines elements of turn-based puzzles with intense action, creating a captivating and immersive adventure throughout its two-hour campaign. However, its replay value depends on your interest in the endless and challenge modes.

The game's visual style is a perfect blend of retro-inspired DOS command menus and a VR aesthetic reminiscent of The Lawnmower Man's low-polygon count and Mirror's Edge's red and white color palette. From the very beginning, SUPERHOT exudes a stylish and visually appealing atmosphere.

The story is minimalistic, with the game starting as you receive a file from a friend in a chatroom. This file, once loaded, transports you into the world of SUPERHOT. The game's premise is simple yet brilliant: time only moves when you move. This means that you can carefully plan your actions, aim precisely, and strategize your moves before executing them.

As you progress, you'll find yourself engaging in exhilarating gunfights, shattering red enemies like glass. But SUPERHOT goes beyond shooting, you'll also punch foes, dodge bullets, jump over cars, and even throw your gun at enemies when you run out of ammo. Each level presents a puzzle that requires a balance of strategy, precision, positioning, and action. You must decide which enemies to eliminate, when to throw your weapon and grab a new one, and remain aware of all the dangers around you.

The tension in SUPERHOT is palpable, even in slow-motion. Reloading feels agonizingly slow as you try to outmaneuver the streaking red bullets that fill the sterile white world. The game's mechanics and style blend seamlessly, creating an addictive and hypnotic experience that will keep you coming back for more.

However, the main drawback of SUPERHOT is its short duration. The 32-mission story can be completed in as little as two hours, leaving you craving for more. While the Challenge and Endless modes provide additional content, the game's brevity may disappoint some players.

SUPERHOT's combination of mechanics and style is truly remarkable. It manages to offer a fresh take on action-based gameplay by incorporating puzzle elements, appealing to both genre enthusiasts and newcomers. With its captivating visuals and addictive gameplay, SUPERHOT is a must-play for any fan of first-person shooters.