Collectibles Guide

Collectibles Guide

Welcome, fellow Jacket! Beyond the blood-soaked floors and pulsating synthwave, Hotline Miami offers a hidden layer of depth for the completionist: collectible masks. These aren't just cosmetic; each mask grants a unique ability that can dramatically alter your playstyle, offering new strategies and challenges. This comprehensive guide will lead you through every level, detailing the precise location and acquisition method for each elusive mask. Prepare to don new faces and unleash fresh mayhem!

Mask Acquisition Strategy

Unlike some games where collectibles are hidden in obscure corners, Hotline Miami's masks are typically found on the bodies of specific enemies. The key is to thoroughly explore each level after clearing it of threats. While some masks are in plain sight, others require a keen eye or a bit of backtracking. Remember to check every room, especially those you might have rushed through in the heat of combat. There are 25 masks in total, including the default Richard mask.

Episode 1: The First Floor

• Richard (Rooster): This is your default mask, available from the start. No special action required.

Episode 2: Overdose

• Rasmus (Owl):
  • Location: Found on the body of a dead enemy in the second room of the level.
  • Strategy: After clearing the first room, proceed to the second. You'll find a deceased foe on the floor. Interact with their body to collect the Rasmus mask. This mask reveals puzzle pieces in the intro and outro sequences, offering a deeper look into the game's lore.

Episode 3: Decadence

• Tony (Tiger):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: As soon as you begin the level, clear the initial enemies. One of them will be carrying the Tony mask. This mask grants you powerful melee attacks, allowing you to instantly kill enemies with your fists.

Episode 4: Tension

• Aubrey (Pig):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Similar to Tony, Aubrey is found on a fallen foe in the very first room you enter. This mask increases the amount of firearms found on enemies, making it easier to stay stocked with ranged weapons.

Episode 5: Full House

• Don Juan (Horse):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the initial enemies in the first room. One of them will drop the Don Juan mask. This mask allows you to instantly kill enemies by slamming doors into them, a surprisingly effective and brutal tactic.

Episode 6: Clean Hit

• Brandon (Panther):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Upon entering the level, eliminate the enemies in the first room. One will yield the Brandon mask. This mask allows you to move faster, making it excellent for speed runs or quickly repositioning in combat.

Episode 7: Neighbors

• Graham (Rabbit):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear out the initial threats in the first room. The Graham mask will be found on one of the deceased. This mask increases your movement speed, similar to Brandon, but with a slightly different feel.

Episode 8: Push It

• Rufus (Elephant):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Eliminate the enemies in the first room of the level. One of them will be carrying the Rufus mask. This mask allows you to survive one bullet hit, providing a crucial second chance in intense firefights.

Episode 9: Crackdown

• Richter (Rat):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: As you start the level, clear the first room of all enemies. Richter's mask will be on one of their bodies. This mask grants you a silenced Uzi, making stealthy approaches much easier.

Episode 10: Hot & Heavy

• Ted (Dog):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the initial enemies in the first room. Ted's mask will be found on one of them. This mask makes enemies less likely to notice you, aiding in stealthy takedowns.

Episode 11: Assault

• Carl (Gecko):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Upon entering the level, eliminate the enemies in the first room. Carl's mask will be on one of the bodies. This mask allows you to start with a drill, a powerful melee weapon that can penetrate multiple enemies.

Episode 12: Vengeance

• George (Giraffe):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the first room of enemies. George's mask will be found on one of the fallen. This mask allows you to see further, expanding your field of view and helping with planning.

Episode 13: Decapitation

• Donkey (Donkey):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: As you begin the level, clear the first room of all threats. The Donkey mask will be on one of the deceased. This mask allows you to kill enemies by throwing weapons at them with increased force.

Episode 14: Fun & Games

• Zack (Frog):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Eliminate the enemies in the first room of the level. Zack's mask will be on one of their bodies. This mask allows you to throw weapons further, enhancing your ranged combat options.

Episode 15: Resolution

• Dennis (Wolf):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the initial enemies in the first room. Dennis's mask will be found on one of them. This mask allows you to start with a knife, a versatile and quick melee weapon.

Episode 16: Confrontation

• Rami (Mantis):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Upon entering the level, eliminate the enemies in the first room. Rami's mask will be on one of the bodies. This mask allows you to start with a katana, a powerful and fast melee weapon.

Episode 17: Trauma

• Willem (Monkey):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the first room of enemies. Willem's mask will be found on one of the fallen. This mask allows you to start with a hammer, a heavy and effective melee weapon.

Episode 18: Knock Knock

• Peter (Unicorn):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: As you begin the level, clear the first room of all threats. The Peter mask will be on one of the deceased. This mask allows you to start with a silenced pistol, offering a stealthy ranged option.

Episode 19: Release

• Phil (Fish):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Eliminate the enemies in the first room of the level. Phil's mask will be on one of their bodies. This mask allows you to start with a shotgun, a powerful close-range weapon.

Episode 20: Funfair

• Ted (Dog):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the initial enemies in the first room. Ted's mask will be found on one of them. This mask makes enemies less likely to notice you, aiding in stealthy takedowns. (Note: This is a duplicate mask, but still a collectible on this level.)

Episode 21: The Abyss

• Louis (Bat):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Upon entering the level, eliminate the enemies in the first room. Louis's mask will be on one of the bodies. This mask allows you to start with a baseball bat, a classic and effective melee weapon.

Episode 22: The Gauntlet

• Rick (Fox):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the first room of enemies. Rick's mask will be found on one of the fallen. This mask allows you to start with a hunting rifle, a long-range and powerful firearm.

Episode 23: The Final Battle

• Jake (Snake):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: As you begin the level, clear the first room of all threats. The Jake mask will be on one of the deceased. This mask allows you to start with a silenced SMG, offering a rapid-fire stealth option.

Episode 24: The End

• Biker (Biker Helmet):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Eliminate the enemies in the first room of the level. The Biker helmet will be on one of their bodies. This mask allows you to start with a cleaver, a fast and deadly melee weapon.

Episode 25: The Conclusion

• Manny (Manny):
  • Location: On the body of a dead enemy in the first room.
  • Strategy: Clear the initial enemies in the first room. Manny's mask will be found on one of them. This mask allows you to start with a machete, a powerful and wide-swinging melee weapon.

With this guide, you'll be well-equipped to track down every mask and unlock the full potential of Hotline Miami's brutal, stylish combat. Experiment with different masks to find your preferred playstyle and dominate the neon-soaked streets!