Strange Cookie Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 I'm really looking forward to this game! As long as they don't go Matrix like in Fahrenheit, ass should be well. The first review is promising, but I'm sceptic when it comes to consoles exclusives being review by the official mag. I know it's pretty ridiculous, but there is a Heavy Rain dynamic theme available on PS-Store, and it's pretty good. Well, as far as dynamic themes go. Yes, I'm a sucker for stuff like that. But it's really moody, and doesn't plaster the name of the game anywhere. Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daft Posted January 24, 2010 Author Share Posted January 24, 2010 The Heavy Rain dynamic theme is rubbish. I like themes that have an element of interactivity. The LBP one goes from night to day depending on the time, it's ace (although the sackboy in the theme should be your own from the game...). This one just rains...which is fine. But that's pretty unimaginative considering what this game is meant to represent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Link Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 GT Bonus Round, discuss Heavy Rain's potential at market... http://www.gametrailers.com/episode/bonusround/401?ch=2&sd=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 GT Bonus Round, discuss Heavy Rain's potential at market... http://www.gametrailers.com/episode/bonusround/401?ch=2&sd=1 Does it have any spoilers? I'm interested in that topic but not at the expense of spoilers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Nah it's pretty much spoiler free. Man, this and Bad Company 2 are so close to each other, it's going to be one of the best couple of weeks for gaming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Nah it's pretty much spoiler free. Man, this and Bad Company 2 are so close to each other, it's going to be one of the best couple of weeks for gaming. Yeah agreed. Although I'm not getting Bad Company 2 but still Bioshock 2, Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker and Heavy Rain all within the space of 3 weeks. Oh and then FFXIII the week after?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 I'm getting ma to pre-order HR, will pay her soonish. This is going to be awesome. Does the LE come with a seperate disc for the soundtrack? (going to check picture posted a few days ago) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happenstance Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 I think the soundtrack is a digital download Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Ah well. It's ordered now. Gonna have to buy BC2 secretly, in a shop or something. Then epic fun ensues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hero-of-Time Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Yeah agreed. Although I'm not getting Bad Company 2 but still Bioshock 2, Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker and Heavy Rain all within the space of 3 weeks. Oh and then FFXIII the week after?! You importing the Japanese version? The US and EU one isn't due until May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caris Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 Yeah agreed. Although I'm not getting Bad Company 2 but still Bioshock 2, Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker and Heavy Rain all within the space of 3 weeks. Oh and then FFXIII the week after?! Don't forget God of War! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daft Posted January 25, 2010 Author Share Posted January 25, 2010 'Four Days' begins tomorrow. Anyone else signed up? It's confirmed to have no spoilers by the EU Playstation blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 You importing the Japanese version? The US and EU one isn't due until May. DOH! Game says: 19/02/2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happenstance Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 'Four Days' begins tomorrow. Anyone else signed up? It's confirmed to have no spoilers by the EU Playstation blog. Yep im now signed up to it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 yeah I'm signed up to! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daft Posted January 27, 2010 Author Share Posted January 27, 2010 HEAVY RAIN: Evidence Analysis Moves Into PlayStation Home Some of you may have noticed some strange happenings in the Presentation Podium over the last few weeks. Well, as of tomorrow, we can confirm that the blast door, (below) behind the jumbo screen will be opening for the very first time unveiling a brand new space – The Backstage Pass. http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2010/01/27/heavy-rain-evidence-analysis-moves-into-playstation-home/ Cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2010/01/27/heavy-rain-evidence-analysis-moves-into-playstation-home/ Cool. awesome! Although it says you may have noticed strange going ons in the podium, nah cos never go in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daft Posted January 28, 2010 Author Share Posted January 28, 2010 Heavy Rain gets 91% score from GamesMaster The mag gives the game a 91 per cent score, complimenting the title for being 'incredibly original... unlike anything else out there'. It adds: 'The atmosphere is incredible - full of driving rain (which becomes central to the plot), fizzing neon lights, dank apartments and warehouses. It's a dark noir game, not a bright adventure.' Sounds perfect. I'm really in the mood for something like this. I used to like GamesMaster when I read it (No joke, at least 6 or 7 years ago). Is it any good nowadays? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caris Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 2x 9/10's, looking good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 We're in for a treat boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flameboy Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 We certainly are...I need to get a gamepad so I can replay farenheit on PC it's a nightmare playing in on a laptop. Either that or dig out my dads old xbox. (I used to have to one but traded it in for PS3, I do however still own the game lol!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 Is this DLC we're getting with the LE going to be charged for on the store or do we just get it before other people before it hits the store? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happenstance Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 I think its being charged for, isnt it just the first part of a 3 or 4 part story? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwarf Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 Yeah, it's a series of Chronicles I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daft Posted January 31, 2010 Author Share Posted January 31, 2010 Sony on the Heavy Rain 'gamble' Sony has told CVG that releasing new IP as left-field as Heavy Rain is a 'gamble' - but that it has full faith the title can become a watershed moment in gaming. The release has already picked up some storming reviews, with both Official PlayStation Magazine and GamesMaster awarding it a 90%-plus score. Sony product manager for Heavy Rain told CVG: "Being Sony, I suppose we have a little more luxury to take a gamble on more original and innovative IP - and Heavy Rain definitely fits that category. "I suppose the risk is lessened if you have faith in the team behind the game and David and Guillaume and the guys at Quantic Dreams have really impressed, not just in terms of their back catalogue - Farenheit - but also in terms of the tech demos they showed in the run up to Heavy Rain." She added: "It would love for it to achieve [recognition as a watershed moment]. I really believe Heavy Rain has a great chance of breaking out. As well as the reviews, there also feels like there is a real groundswell of anticipation from gaming communities and trade alike - so let's see how it goes." Look out for the full interview on CVG later today. http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=233184 To my eyes, Sony are the only platform really pushing this philosophy. Everyone can go ahead and try reinventing how games are controlled but there's very little point if the games don't grow up as a medium. Interestingly enough, I think Heavy Rain will be very accessible since the majority of the time the controls are displayed on-screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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