the game is like super fun like so fun and like even though i get angry at times its like bawk tuah chicken and like tony goated fists or like keep rollin rollin corey!!!! (the game is addicting)

Okay, plot-wise this game is... interesting. It's simultaneously a sequel, a prequel, and a midquel to Hotline Miami 1. It details the backstory of this universe concerning the Hawaiian Conflict that led to the formation of the Russo-American Coalition (Beard's levels), while also expanding on certain aspects of the first game's plot (Jake and Richter's levels), and of course, showing the aftermath of Jacket's rampage against the Russian mob (The Fans, Manny Pardo, Evan, and the Son's levels). Through its scattered presentation, the game tells a very compelling, very dark story about violence, vengeance, nationalism, and how pointless and destructive all three of these are.

Then there's the presentation itself. Sound design and graphics are very neat. The gameplay is still gloriously violent and difficult. At times, its more difficult than the first game, and will absolutely be frustrating at times, but completing a level or segment is still very satisfying. And of course, the soundtrack is just as amazing as the first game, if not moreso.

Overall, if you liked Hotline Miami 1, I definitely recommend playing this game.

Comparing with the first part - regression