Both games are sold natively without DRM on platforms like GOG.com and Humble Store .
While Steam itself is a form of DRM, users have found they can often run the games without the Steam client by creating a steam_appid.txt file in the game folder containing the game's ID (e.g., 219150 for the first game). Developer Stance on Piracy Hotline Miami Crack Status
When Hotline Miami 2 was refused classification (effectively banned) in Australia, developer Jonatan Söderström reportedly told fans there to "Just pirate it" if they couldn't buy it legally. Safety Warning Hotline Miami - GOG.com Both games are sold natively without DRM on
After the first game launched, one of the developers famously visited The Pirate Bay to help users troubleshoot technical issues with pirated copies. Safety Warning Hotline Miami - GOG
The developers, Dennaton Games, have historically taken a remarkably relaxed approach toward piracy:
Both and Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number are completely cracked and available as DRM-free titles. Because these games do not use aggressive anti-piracy measures like Denuvo, they were "cracked" essentially upon their release. Crack & DRM Status Hotline Miami (1 & 2): Fully cracked and available.