All Masks in Hotline Miami
Hotline Miami still remains my go-to game for that raw action and retro experience, and I am sure for many of you as well. Its fast-paced gameplay, neon-soaked visuals, and that killer soundtrack just brings me back to the good old times.
Which also reminds me of masks! Those quirky animal-themed masks don’t just make you look stylish, they also provide unique abilities that can give you an edge in every mission. You could be punching enemies to death or sneaking past dogs, the masks are both fun and functional.
What Do the Masks Do?
Each mask in Hotline Miami comes with its own unique perk, changing the way you approach the challenge at hand. Some make combat deadlier, like Tony the Tiger’s lethal punches, while others make you stealthier, like Louie the Chameleon, who makes you harder to spot. Other masks provide useful utilities that help you navigate the map better and such.
They can be really helpful when you want to refine your playstyle. If you’re struggling with a tough mission, picking the right mask might just give you the upper hand. Well, I am here to tell you exactly how you can unlock all these masks in Hotline Miami.
List of Every Mask in Hotline Miami
Below is the list of all the masks you can get in the game, what abilities they grant to the player, and how to get them.
| Mask Name | Effect | How to Unlock |
| Richard (Chicken) | No bonus | Default mask |
| Rasmus (Owl) | Shows secrets on the map | Highscore reward for Prelude |
| Tony (Tiger) | Killing punches and faster executions | Highscore reward for Chapter 1 |
| Aubrey (Pig) | More guns spawn on the map | Highscore reward for Chapter 2 |
| Earl (Walrus) | Can take two bullets | Check bodies in Chapter 2 |
| Don Juan (Horse) | Lethal doors | Highscore reward for Chapter 3 |
| Graham (Rabbit) | Walk faster | Highscore reward for Chapter 4 |
| Dennis (Wolf) | Start with a knife | Highscore reward for Chapter 5 |
| Jones (Alligator) | More gore | Open the sewer grate using a crowbar at the end of Chapter 5 |
| George (Giraffe) | Look further | Highscore reward for Chapter 6 |
| Ted (Dog) | Dogs do not attack you | Highscore reward for Chapter 7 |
| Rufus (Elephant) | Survive one bullet | Highscore reward for Chapter 8 |
| Carl (Grasshopper) | Start with a drill | Search bodies in the club area of Chapter 8 |
| Rami (Camel) | Extra ammo | Highscore reward for Chapter 9 |
| Willem (Monkey) | Rip and steal | Highscore reward for Chapter 10 |
| Jake (Snake) | Killing throws | Search bodies in Chapter 10 |
| Peter (Unicorn) | Quiet gunshots | Highscore reward for Chapter 11 |
| Zack (Frog) | Longer time to perform combos | Highscore reward for Chapter 13 |
| Richter (Rat) | Start with a silenced SMG | Found on the top floor of the police station in Chapter 13 |
| Oscar (Mole) | Turns map to darkness | Highscore reward for Chapter 14 |
| Rick (Fox) | Accurate shots | Highscore reward for Chapter 16 |
| Charlie (Octopus) | More melee weapons spawn on the map | Found in the kitchen area of Chapter 16 |
| Brandon (Panther) | Walk faster | Highscore reward for Chapter 17 |
| Phil (Fish) | French translation | Found in a box of masks in the sewer in Chapter 19 |
| Louie (Chameleon) | Harder to spot by enemies | Complete the game with the normal ending |
| Nigel (Bat) | Reversed controls | Complete the game with all puzzles solved, find all secrets, and enter "password" at the janitor's PC |
My Favorite Masks
There are so many great masks, and to be honest, they are all useful in way or another. However, Tony the tiger is by far my favorite mask, and it’s really powerful too. And it’s not just me, one of the devs of Hotline Miami also said that Tony is one of the most powerful masks you can get in the game. My other choice would be Brandon, it’s one of the best options when you’ve finished the game.
Anyway, that’s the rundown on how to get all the masks in Hotline Miami. Whether you’re aiming to perfect your runs or just trying out different playstyles, it’s just great to have options for post-completion gameplay or reruns.
