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Stupid Console Games You Should Play : Heavy Rain

"Here’s a tough call. Games should aspire to be more than they are. Aren’t you tired of seeing the same 2-3 genres of game, the first person shooter, the sports simulation, the generic RPG action and the erotic sci-fi adventure? Here is a game that really set out to be something different. And it was, in one very meaningful way. It played like absolute garbage." - Briance Acebedo of Str N Gaming

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xHeavYx3928d ago

The irony, this guy starts with the quote below, then describes the game as someone who hasn't stopped playing FPS in years.

"Games should aspire to be more than they are. Aren't you tired of seeing the same 2-3 genres of game, the first person shooter, the sports simulation, the generic RPG action and the erotic sci-fi adventure? Here is a game that really set out to be something different."

mewhy323928d ago

Heavy Rain was a masterpiece of story telling. It had great presentation, great puzzles, great voice acting, and great story. Awesome, awesome, game. Can't wait to see what this studio does with the power of the PS4.

hankmoody3928d ago

It was very affecting but you've gotta admit those controls were a bit suspect at time.

brianace3928d ago

Truth be told, FPS is not my favorite genre. I just finished Bioshock Infinite, which I found to be just OK. I have never played a Call of Duty game ever. Not that there's anything wrong with those, they're just not my bag. If by the FPS comment, you meant "writes like a twelve year old", well, then I agree with you. My point, which I may have not made well, was that Heavy Rain tried really hard to be something different, which I value! It's my way to goof on games that fall on their face in the way Heavy Rain did. But make no mistake, it was a valiant effort, and I appreciate that.

iceman063928d ago

I think that the hang-up for most is the use of "STUPID" and it being a bit hyperbolic. There was nothing stupid about Heavy Rain. The story, though flawed, was still very engaging. The style is as risky as it comes (most despise QTE). The experience, when taken seriously, is emotionally and riveting at times (of course it could all be just a joke if you aren't in the right frame of mind). I will agree that the controls are unconventional and at times a pain in the butt. However, once you come to grips with the fact that it is not a pick up and play style game. I found it great. I didn't press disagree (rarely do that unless it's just trolling) because this is your opinion and you are as entitled as anyone to it. Just wanted to point out where I think the disconnect might be. Thanks for writing the article and good luck with those bubbles. (N4G can be an unforgiving beast! LOL)

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mgszelda13928d ago

What is wrong with the controls u hit button prompts

Omran3928d ago

Heavy Rain define the emotions
best story telling game i have
ever played

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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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Fist4achin1255d ago

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

BLAKHOODe1255d 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.

sourOG1255d ago

No. Some games are like movies.

medman1254d ago (Edited 1254d 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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ClayRules20121412d ago (Edited 1412d 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.

bouzebbal1412d ago

def. one of my top 3 best experiences on PS3

ClayRules20121412d ago

bouzebbal

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

akaFullMetal1412d ago

Great game, need to get started on Detroit soon.

ClayRules20121412d ago

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

ClayRules20121412d 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.

Z5011412d ago

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

C-H-E-F1412d 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.