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SUPERHOT

SUPERHOT

SUPERHOT is the smash-hit FPS where time moves only when you move. No regenerating health bars. No conveniently placed ammo drops. It's you, alone, outnumbered and outgunned. Snatch weapons from fallen enemies to shoot, slice and dodge through a truly cinematic hurricane of slow-motion bullets.

92%
Very Positive
DeveloperSUPERHOT Team
PublisherSUPERHOT Team
Release DateFeb 25, 2016
$24.99
Peak Players5.5K
Metacritic82
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS · Linux
Action
Indie
AI Review Summary

SUPERHOT is a highly innovative first-person shooter where time only moves when the player does, creating a unique 'combat puzzle' experience that makes players feel like cinematic action heroes. While the core mechanics and minimalist style are widely praised, the game faces significant criticism for its $25 price tag relative to a very short 2-3 hour campaign.

Pros

  • Unique and innovative 'time moves when you move' gameplay mechanic100%
  • Satisfying 'combat puzzle' design that simulates cinematic action90%
  • Accessible to players who are not typically skilled at traditional FPS games70%
  • Stylish and minimalist visual presentation60%

Cons

  • Extremely short main story campaign, often completed in under 3 hours100%
  • Poor value perception due to the high $25 price point for the amount of content100%
  • Negative sentiment regarding the removal of game content by developers post-launch80%
  • Limited long-term engagement once the initial novelty of the mechanic wears off60%

Notable Mentions

  • Time actually advances very slowly even when the player is completely stationary
  • Significant backlash exists regarding the removal of content after purchase
  • The VR version was criticized for platform exclusivity and separate purchasing requirements
Confidence: 87%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 15, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
60
Peak · last 90 days
118
All-time peak
5.5K

Price

Current price
$24.99
Lowest tracked
$7.49since May 17, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
63%
Last 30 days
94%
All-time positive
92%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews40.7K
Positive: 37.3K (92%)Negative: 3.4K (8%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

1%

Dev Response Rate

7h

Avg Playtime at Review

92%

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