HiFi RUSH - Before You Buy

Hi Fi Rush (PC, Xbox Series X/S) is a surprising rhythm based action adventure game. Let’s talk about it.

[raceris]

This game really feels like it was made by indie developers, you can tell that lots of passion went into making this game as pristine as possible. The environments are beautiful, flashy and very detailed too!

[CurtTheHero]

I think I was most surprised how solid the writing is. Some genuinely funny moments and you actually kinda like the characters as it goes along. This is coming from someone who didn't really like the artsyle at first either

[latech]

For me, the cutscenes were so well executed (technically) with such great characters and voice acting that I honestly always looked forward to every single one of them. But you definitely also have to like the style they were going for here and if you don't fully, the cutscenes could be a bit bloated

[Jonesiek]

You know a channel is good when you watch a Before You Buy about a game you've finished (and loved). Game absolutely nails gameplay, pacing, art style, audio and writing. A 10/10 must play!

[kronanyoung]

Honestly this was a shock hit for me I really really enjoyed it

[KingEj]

Got this off of game pass and couldn't stop playing it. This game gave definite Jet set radio vibes and a lil sunset overdrive. Definitely gonna play it again and the sounds track was dope

[kicel_Vankip]

Finally all sorts of bloggers are starting to notice the game. Complaints about cutscenes are very strange. This is just one of the strengths of the game. Even if we cut out the entire gameplay, we get a great goofy fun cartoon. What are you talking about? So much creativity and love has been invested in them, I ONLY because of them played the game for the second time in order to notice all sorts of details and references and enjoy the animation.

[Truck-kun]

Usually in these types of games I rarely bother memorizing combos, and I always end up just using the basic attacks, but Hi Fi Rush's combat is so simple yet fun that I ended up learning all the combos and using them all the time.

[cristobalmartinez]

I loved this game not because of all the other games it reminded me of, but simply because it’s fun, just a really fun game and nowadays it seems we don’t get much of those anymore 😅

[WSendam]

I can’t believe that the people who made Evil within 1 and 2 made something so different and cool ❤

[ITSJFE]

The cutscene transitions are seamless. The combat is fire! Wonderful game! More games NEED TO DROP LIKE THIS! that way no bs narratives came be pushed.

[DarkAnomaly]

I went into this really pessimistic but instead I think it's going to be one of my GOTY.

[James-gjrn]

This is an absolute gem, it reminds me of the Dreamcast days and it's nice to see a game where its just fun, you know? I miss games like this and I can't wait for Bomb Rush Cyberfunk too :)

[SackMan]

Funky, Fresh, and Familiar really describe this game well. A literal dream come true game for me. Im sure there are gonna be GREAT games this year, but this is EASILY my GOTY.

[Almond_Dart]

I’m loving this game so far, thanks for the review gameranx!

[coti]

As someone who takes a long time to get good in a game, the tutorial was really appreciated. I understand they can be annoying, but having a need for a tutorial in most game, I can say this one is one of the best I’ve seen in a while. I grew up playing with manuals so having a deep dive tutorials on every mechanic(most are skipable) is appreciated. Keep in mind not every gamer is a hardcore souls master. Many of us out there needs some help getting good, especially younger people who are not experienced in precise gameplay. I’m a best at monster hunter, but it took me 40 hrs more than my friend to be able to high level stuff because the laerning curve is steep.

This games never punish you for being bad. It rewards you for being good. Unlike darksouls where the dread fo loosing everything is what motivates you to get better, the simple pleasure to be on beat is what drives you here.

[TihetrisWeathersby]

Hi Fi rush was great, It's different from what I expect of Tango but they definitely enjoyed making this

[yurgen]

feels like the kind of game you would be playing on PS2 back in the days... loved it.

[RetroSpacer]

Usually not my kind of game but the combat looks interesting with the rhythm elements and the art style looks really cool. Zanzo hitting the JoJo poses is great lol

[cloudshifter]

Often the forgotten aspect in videogames but vital. Hi-Fi Rush does sound effects very well. To the point that by the environment and movement / attacking alone without the music you can still make something nice to hear by yourself. Sound effects especially in a rythm game such as Hi-Fi Rush are crucial and it definatelly delivers, ramping up and driving you forward with every attack, dash and even footstep. It's obvious that the group are major fans of Jojo and I believe a good portion of their sound effects quality was inspired by the series.