Heavy Rain is a hell of an experience. Its controversial control scheme actually works really well in allowing the fantastic story to dictate how events play out, and many of the game's scenes will keep you on the edge of your seat. It starts slow and...
Abstract: When discussing the evolution of video games as artistic entertainment, commentators and pontificators alike have asked a simple question: "Can a game make you cry?" Let's get this out of the way first: Heavy Rain will most likely not make you cry. It ...
Abstract: Quantic Dream's much-discussed opus is a difficult game to review. The inspiration drawn from previous David Cage titles like Fahrenheit is obvious, but the game perhaps owes a larger debt of gratitude to Hollywood. In an era that sees games moving int...
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Published: 2010-01-01, Author: Anthony , review by: gamespy.com
Fantastic use of quick-time events; wonderful narrative; your choices matter; immense replay value.
Clunky movement controls; the characters' beautiful faces are firmly entrenched in uncanny valley territory.
Published: 2010-03-13, Author: Simon , review by: tweaktown.com
Flashback to E3 2005. Sony unveils the PS3 with its gargantuan price tag of $599 USD and leaves the press in attendence gasping at the price. Clearly Sony had to show something to justify this cost and the technology revolution that the PS3 apparent...
Powerful and emotionally engaging narrative , Story continually adapts to your actions , Unique controls convey drama and tension , Highly detailed characters and environments , Stirring soundtrack
Plot holes and heavy-handed villains , Technical issues break immersion , Poor movement controls
This deeply moving adventure adapts to your every action and is not to be missed....
Abstract: Video review: February 25 $119.95 MA15+ PlayStation 3 Brushing teeth, shaving and nappy-changing may not be your idea of a fun videogame, but Heavy Rain is no ordinary console title. It goes against all traditional norms; no run-and-gun action, sci-fi themes o...
Superbly crafted story, believable characters, expertly evokes an emotional response from the player
Some may not be willing to accept the breaking of traditional gaming concepts
An emotionally engaging thrill-ride from start to finish, Quantic Dream's Heavy Rain is a superbly crafted interactive experience, told expertly through its stunning visuals and believable characters...
