Heavy Rain (Playstation 3)

Heavy Rain (Playstation 3)

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Released
26/02/2010
Platform
Playstation 3
Game Genre
Action, Adventure
Game Region
PAL

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Description

From the makers who brought you the compelling story from Indigo Prophecy (AKA Fahrenheit), Quantic Dream has their latest video game ‘Heavy Rain’. Four kidnappings have gone unexplained, with the boys later being found drowned with an Origami piece on their chest. The serial murderer known as the Origami Killer has kidnapped another boy, and four unrelated individuals will work to putting this killer to justice, by any means.

The core belief of Quantic Dream is the power of video games being a delivery for storyline. The interactivity of games allows the player to choose what they want to unfold, and discover. With this, Heavy Rain puts you in control of four different characters, all with different lives. The basis of the game surrounds the moral choices we make in order to save the ones we love. Every choice affects the story. So much so, that if a character dies in the game, that character is gone for good. With such an open field for choice, this game promises to provide multiple replayability opportunities.

The game’s attention to detail is immaculate. With fantastic use of stop-motion acting and voice-over work, the movements and expressions the characters make help wash away the idea that you’re playing a game, and instead experiencing a story. The controls are simple, and while incorporating the single button or movement play of a God of War or Shenmue game, they work extremely well for the situations you'll face.

- © Gerard Ward

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Product Details

Compatible Controllers
  • Sony PS3 DualShock 3 Wireless Controller
  • Sony PS3 SixAxis Wireless Controller
Game Rating (UK)
15
Number of Discs
1

Press Reviews

An incredibly original and compelling thriller that’s unlike anything else out there GamesMaster

Features

An evolving thriller in which you shape the story

Mature content, reflecting a realistic world setting that explores powerful themes

Stunning graphics, animation and technology support an emotionally driven experience

Accessible gameplay via intuitive, contextual controls and interface

Customer Reviews

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Heavy Rain (Playstation 3)
 
4.8

(based on 8 reviews)

71%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Engaging story line (6)
  • Gameplay (6)
  • Graphics (6)
  • Great sound (4)
  • Easy to learn (3)

Cons

  • No multiplayer mode (3)

Best Uses

  • Adults (8)
  • Teenagers (5)
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Reviews

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4.0

"Short but sweet"

By bulldogtimbo

from Australia

About Me Frequent Player

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Easy To Learn
  • Engaging Story Line
  • Graphics
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • No Multiplayer Mode

Best Uses

  • Adults

Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

Not a game so much as an "interactive movie".People looking for an action oriented game may want to look elsewhere,as this game requires you to interact in "scenes" by reacting to certain events.The game itself is very linear,but crucially has many different paths the story may take depending on your choices.Extremely well scripted,acted & directed,even allowing for a few plot holes,this is an enjoyable experience if you treat this for what it is,a movie you have some control over.There are some very adult-oriented themes here,& some nudity including a sex scene so not recommended for younger gamers.I enjoyed this very much but more as an experience,rather than as a must play gaming title.

Service and delivery comments:

Fast delivery,hassle free as usual.

 
5.0

Incredibly Original

By Paat

from Australia

About Me Casual Gamer

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Challenging
  • Easy To Learn
  • Gameplay
  • Very Emotional Music

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Adults
    • Teenagers

    Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

    This is one of the best games that I have played all year. A remarkable achievement in gaming that creates an insane amount of interactive experience. Normand Corbeil does an amazing job on the soundtrack that captures the emotion of this game. This is a Must get game for Hardcore fans of the Thriller Genre.

     
    5.0

    Very original & very fun

    By Chris

    from Australia

    About Me Frequent Player

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Easy To Learn
    • Engaging Story Line
    • Gameplay
    • Graphics

    Cons

    • No Multiplayer Mode
    • No Online Play

    Best Uses

    • Adults
    • Teenagers

    Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

    This game is like no other on the market and it was good to take a break from playing all the generic FPSs out there. I thouroughly enjoyed it and recommend it to any PS3 owners who haven't played it yet. Although perhaps looking into getting the new Move Edition may be worth it as this would greatly benefit from the motion sensing controller.

    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    One of the Best for a PS3 Title

    By unnoticed_dude

    from Australia

    About Me Gaming Novice

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Engaging Story Line
    • Gameplay
    • Graphics

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Adults
      • Teenagers

      Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

      I bought this game on the release date and I never regretted. This is one of the best titles for PS3. Every PS3 owner need to experience this massively engaging "story line" based game play.

       
      5.0

      Incredible

      By FM

      from Australia

      About Me Hardcore Gamer

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Engaging Story Line
      • Graphics
      • Great Sound

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Adults
        • Teenagers

        Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

        Great game with awesome graphics and music. Voice acting could use some work but it isn't too bad. No other game like it on consoles, very much worth the price tag.

         
        4.0

        Great game!

        By Damnlocker

        from Australia

        About Me Casual Gamer

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Gameplay

        Cons

        • No Multiplayer Mode

        Best Uses

        • Adults

        Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

        Amazing game! Like a movie it is!

         
        5.0

        The story will captivate you

        By manyak

        from Melbourne

        About Me Hardcore Gamer

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Engaging Story Line
        • Gameplay
        • Graphics
        • Great Sound

        Cons

        • No cons

        Best Uses

        • Adults

        Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

        This will be unlike any gaming experience you've ever had. Having just completed my first play-though, I am eager to begin my second, and take a different approach to each scene. The story will have you guessing who the origami killer is right to the very end.

         
        5.0

        Must Buy

        By stephen

        from ireland

        About Me Frequent Player

        Pros

        • Engaging Story Line
        • Gameplay
        • Graphics
        • Great Sound

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Adults
          • Teenagers

          Comments about Heavy Rain (Playstation 3):

          Must have for any PS3 owners

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