Hi-Fi Rush Reviews

Hi-Fi Rush is ranked in the 98th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
65 / 100
Mar 27, 2024

I thought I was going to love Hi-Fi Rush, but I didn’t. There is the kernel of something interesting here. Maybe if they used house music and had the player blending tracks during attacks it might have been more musically engaging. It’s a game that would have worked much better for me in arcade-y, short bursts, because playing through the levels was a slog. The gameplay is so simple that it actually might work well as an intro action game for someone new to the genre. But there are way better rhythm games, and way better third person action games out there. I know a lot of people love Hi-Fi Rush, so if you’re curious I would still give it a chance, but my experience was underwhelming.

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PC Gamer
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69 / 100
Feb 2, 2023

Despite it's killer opening act, Hi-Fi Rush fails to sustain its blend of rhythm and action all the way until the end.

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7 / 10.0
Feb 27, 2023

It’s pretty evident this is the team’s first action title in a while - there are more than a few mistakes on display - but it’s hard not to applaud the ingenuity and sheer fun-factor.

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7 / 10.0
Feb 25, 2023

For someone who also works in music journalism, my skills are shaky, to say the least. But, having taken the time to improve these skills, I now feel better equipped to appreciate the game for what it is: a fun, quirky, sometimes weird, and often cheesy critique of capitalism. When I was less focused on how perfectly I was playing, I had a much better time headbanging through each stage. Just give me a wider variety of music next time and I’m sold.

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4 / 5.0
Mar 18, 2024

Hi-Fi Rush is a blast from beginning to end. The writing may be cheesy, but the game leans into it, making it enjoyable. When you get the rhythm flowing, it makes you feel like nothing can stop you.

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80%
Feb 7, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is an solid action romp for everyone to enjoy.

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Jan 30, 2023

Hi-Fi RUSH is an absolute delight. A simple idea that could have been extremely difficult to correctly develop, Hi-Fi RUSH is a real joy to play. Here's hoping that there are many more brilliant surprises to come this year, as Hi-Fi RUSH sets a high bar.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 28, 2023

For whatever faults it may have, Hi-Fi RUSH is an outstanding game. Not only is it fun to play, it’s a reminder that not every game needs to be something more than it actually is.

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80 / 100
Jan 27, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is clearly one of 2023's most pleasant gaming surprises, as well as a respectful nod to the glorious 2000-era of action titles where you just want to have pure unadulterated fun with simple mechanics to comprehend.

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VGC
Top Critic
Jan 27, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is oozing with style and confidence, but like a messy first album, there are some deep cut tracks that don’t hit as hard as the opening few hits. What can’t be denied, however, is how excited we are for the sophomore effort, and the seemingly limitless versatility that Tango Gameworks have shown off in this bold, out-of-nowhere joy.

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Saudi Gamer
Top Critic
8 / 10
Mar 4, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush may feel like a game from the 7th generation console era, and that's not to say that it's outdated--it just has a distinct soul, with a full focus on that super-fun spirit, just like so many games from that era. And this, whether from the comic style of presenting the story or its wonderful and lively combat aspect thanks to its rhythmic aspect, in addition to many enjoyable gameplay moments that made it an experience that he never gets tired of!

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80 / 100
Jan 31, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is a charming action game with a great art style, fun characters, and solid mechanics. Sometimes, that's all you need.

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PCMag
Top Critic
Jan 31, 2023

Hi–Fi Rush drums new life into the action genre with fun cartoon-like visuals, excellent music, rhythm-focused gameplay twists, and addictive melee combat.

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Wccftech
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Jul 5, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush continues to provide to an already complete experience with it's latest update that brings 2 new game modes to the table. While I believe that it won't do much to attract new players who already settled to some of the more noteworthy highlights of the year, this should please the dedicated fans of the game and players who adore rhythm games that have added depth and challenging game modes. I certainly hope that future updates bring more to the table the way the Hi-Fi Rush Arcade Challenge! update did.

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Feb 4, 2023

This music-centred adventure pits a teenage boy against robotic assassins in a colourful title for gamers of all talents.

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Jan 31, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is a harmonious cacophony of raunchy rock 'n' roll and character-driven action

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Metro GameCentral
GameCentral
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8 / 10
Jan 30, 2023

A very welcome surprise, that is one of the most enjoyably unique games on Xbox and one of the best rhythm action games in a very long time 0 as well as having arguably the best cel-shaded graphics ever seen.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 2, 2023

Hi-Fi Rush is a small masterpiece, a video game that goes against the grain and does it excellently by presenting gamers with a title that is different from the usual and entertaining. Not only is the overall graphic and technical aspect commendable, but also the characterization of the characters and their ironic streak is something beyond imagination. A highly recommended video game for those who want to get their hands on something different and extremely entertaining.

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8.5 / 10.0
Mar 4, 2023

Surprising in every way, from its launch model to the unexpected theme for a Tango Networks game, Hi-Fi RUSH is a very successful mix of rhythm game, hack and slash and platform. Creative, pulsating and very fun, it involves the player for its delightful gameplay and the very well-made setting. The impeccable polish can be seen in the graphics, performance, gameplay and soundtrack, not to mention the excellent Portuguese dubbing, one of the best I've ever heard. It is an excellent game and highly recommended for lovers of action and rhythm games.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jan 28, 2023

Even with its few distracting flaws, almost anyone will find something worthwhile in Hi-Fi Rush. Its seamless integration of rhythm into exploration and combat is met with a harmonious and interesting soundtrack. Colorful, engaging, and funny, anybody will be able to pick up this title easily.

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