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VideoGamer: Heavy Rain Preview

VideoGamer.com writes: "Heavy Rain might well turn out to be the best looking game ever made. Even in its current state its above and beyond anything we've seen not only on a console, but on PC, too. And while we know absolutely nothing about the story, or the main character, we're confident it'll be up there with the best electronic entertainment has to offer, simply because Quantic Dream has proven its plot credentials with the captivating Fahrenheit."

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Fishy Fingers5726d ago

Again another mention of "we could have used the chainsaw" when describing possible ways the demo could play out.

If we ever get our hands on this scenario as a demo then the chainsaw will be my first point of call :)

Good preview.

Too_Hyped5726d ago (Edited 5726d ago )

He gave multiple examples actually : the garage door, the screwdrivers, the TV, the drawers... The chainsaw is only one usable object among many.

The game really shapes to be great, I can't wait for it after reading this review. I guess I'll try Fahrenheit / Indigo Prophecy just to see what it's all about. I remember playing Quantic Dreams first game, Omikron / The Nomad Soul, it was great (especially with Bowie's music) and it really brought many interesting things in terms of atmosphere and emotions.

Gamers are mostly adult today, so we need adult games with adult themes. I think Cage is completely right with the direction he tries to take with his games.

Bombibomb5726d ago (Edited 5726d ago )

"Even in its current state its above and beyond anything we've seen not only on a console, but on PC, too."

Pretty much. AMAZING preview.

Raoh5726d ago

that is the best preview i have read to date...

i'm actually even more anxious to play this than before, i didnt think that was possible

i'm as giddy as a japanese school boy at a yugioh convention right now

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Please stop comparing video games to movies

"Many video games catch not only great commercial attention but remarkable critical attention as well. We have seen games like Heavy Rain, The Last of Us Part II, and even entries in the Metal Gear series described as fantastic interactive experiences, even heralded in the same way as Hollywood's greatest films.

I would suggest that not only is this an unfair comparison but also a harmful one. Video games, by their very nature, are an intricately different medium and should be weighed against one another rather than another form of media," Phillip writes for GF365.

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Fist4achin1261d ago

Yes, please stop. They're better than most hollywood drivel nowadays.

BLAKHOODe1261d ago

I think Hollywood films will becoming increasingly more like video games in the future, especially as the world embraces the "new normal" from the pandemic. It makes sense, as games like Spider-Man: Miles Morales showcase just how realistically we're reaching in graphical capabilities, as well as showcase extreme action sequences in spectacular ways. And as time goes by, it'll get easier and cheaper to produce such "art", as well as create new star "actors" that never age, never die, never complain, never gets involved in scandals, etc. Technology is amazing and we're only just getting a taste of what it'll eventually be.

sourOG1261d ago

No. Some games are like movies.

medman1261d ago (Edited 1261d ago )

No. For the money spent, a quality game provides far more entertainment value than a quality movie. Especially when looking at what is going on in the world, and how a studio can attempt to pilfer from consumers by charging 30 dollars for Mulan via streaming. Ridiculous. There is no comparison....games all day.

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The David Cage Experience: Fahrenheit and Heavy Rain

What exactly is the David Cage experience, and is it of value? We examine two classics, Fahrenheit and Heavy Rain, to find the answer.

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Quantic Dream Celebrates Heavy Rain's 10 Year Anniversary With New Video Series

Quantic Dream has announced a new video series to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Heavy Rain. Check out the first part here.

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ClayRules20121418d ago (Edited 1418d ago )

Have you played Detroit? While it’s my personal favorite, I fully understand many preferring Heavy Rain more. I’m glad you enjoyed Heavy Rain too.

bouzebbal1418d ago

def. one of my top 3 best experiences on PS3

ClayRules20121418d ago

bouzebbal

That’s awesome to hear! What’re the other 2 best experiences?

akaFullMetal1418d ago

Great game, need to get started on Detroit soon.

ClayRules20121418d ago

Glad you enjoyed the game! Yes, Detroit is a masterpiece of a game, and their best work to date “in my opinion”

ClayRules20121418d ago

Wow, 10 years...and yet, still one of the best/most emotional/thrilling gaming experiences I’ve ever had.

So grateful to Sony for believing in Quantic Dream’s vision for this game, and giving them a chance. I’ll never forget David Cage saying “We want to challenge the player, but not with the controller, but mentally, with their decisions of “How far would you go to save someone you love” Well, they broke my emotional gamer heart lol.

My teenage son refuses to play this game, because I’ve told him in little detail the emotional impact it had on me all those years ago. Maybe one day he will.

Z5011418d ago

Still have my origami crane they teach you how to make when you're installing for the first time.

C-H-E-F1418d ago

it's been 10 years? wow, that was so fast, I feel like this console gen went fast as well although it hasn't. I really look forward to the PS5 this holiday season though.