Game details
- Game:
- Heavenly Sword
- AKA
- Genre:
- Action
- Sub Genre:
- Third Person
- Release Date (US):
- September 12th, 2007
- Release Date (UK):
- September 14th, 2007
- Players:
- 1
- Online Players:
- N/A
- Developers:
- Ninja Theory
- Publisher:
- SCEA
- Rating:
- T [Teen]
- PSU Rank:
- 23 of 1184 Games
- PSU Rank on PS3:
- 22 of 536 Games
- Additional Information:
- Only on PS3
About Heavenly Sword
Developed by the same team that brought you Kung Fu Choas for the Xbox, comes a brand new title for the PS3 called "Heavenly Sword." The game takes place in the Far East and has the setting of ancient Asia during mythical times. The game utilizes a unique free form combat system that enables you to pull off amazing acrobatic stunts and powerful death blows. It will combine visuals of the best marial art techniques along with unrelenting battles with uneven odds. Your player can weild a wide assortment of sword types as well as long range weapons. Many have called this game aka " Goddess of War" do to the similarity it has in of gameplay found in "God of War." The basic storyline is about a girl with only a few days left to live who embarks on one final act of redemption against a king and his massive invading army. Ultimately this game will be remarkable. Showing off incredible graphics and gameplay mechanics. Heavenly Sword will be a game to watch out for....especially for those who are fans of the "God Of War" title released for the PS2.
Review
- PSU Review Score
- 9.0
- Avg. user review score:
- 9.0
Summary
The environments, cast, characters, storyline, and virtually everything in Heavenly Sword is astonishing. While there are some minor negatives, players should be prepared to experience a spiritual disclosure with Ninja Theory’s latest masterpiece.
We like
- Unforgettable atmosphere combined with ample replay value.
- Beautifully detailed with everything in harmony from animation all the way to the audio system.
- Great combat system complimented by impressive A.I
We dislike
- Enemy models can sometimes get repetitive
- Poor Loading Times.
See PSU's review on Metacritic & GameRankings
Heavenly Sword is quite possibly a gift from Sony to anyone who owns a PlayStation 3 console. It is not what Heavenly Sword is that makes it spectacular, but what it dares to do in the video game industry that makes it remarkable and unique. Never have there been such life-like characters in any game--characters which instill a sense of care from the player through the stories in each of the character’s eyes whether anta...
- Posted Sep 18th 2007
- 59 Comments
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Cheats
Heavenly Sword News
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Ninja Theory: Heavenly Sword 2 was never in the works
Earlier today a rumor was posted stating that after a meeting with Sony Cambridge Studios and Ninja Theory, Heavenly Sword 2 development had been halted. Well, according Ninja Theory's Tameem Antoniades, the title was never in development to begin with. "We (Ninja Theory) never started work ...
- Posted Jun 17th 2008
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Ninja Theory: Heavenly Sword cut-scenes surpass Beowulf
Heavenly Sword developer Ninja Theory has stated that some of the more memorable cut scenes in the PlayStation 3 exclusive blockbuster convey a level of emotion greater than that of Hollywood CGI epic, Beowulf. Speaking with Gamesindustry.biz, Ninja Theory Co-Founder, Tameem Antoniades, commente...
- Posted Jun 12th 2008
- 21 Comments
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Heavenly Sword surpasses one million mark
When Heavenly Sword hit store shelves last September, it arrived to rather mixed critical reception (for a AAA title). Many cited the game’s six-hour length as its downfall, though we believe the remarkable cinematic presentation and production values of the title more than compensated. Regard...
- Posted May 27th 2008
- 29 Comments
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Ninja Theory hints at next project
Heavenly Sword creator Ninja Theory has posted an update on its official website today, revealing a few interesting tidbits of information regarding the studios next project. Although the prospect of a sequel to Heavenly Sword has been the topic of hot debate for some time now (given the develop...
- Posted Feb 19th 2008
- 22 Comments
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Heavenly Sword patch v1.1 released
The PS3 exclusive title Heavenly Sword just received its first update to version 1.10 today. With the no previous announcement for this update as well as no significant complaints from gamers, it is hard to say what exactly this patch may bring. The only thing certain about the patch is that the...
- Posted Dec 24th 2007
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Andy Serkis event hints at Heavenly Sword 2
Speculation of a sequel to Heavenly Sword has been in route since the games release a few months back. Like many developers today following a trend, Ninja Theory is said to be turning Heavenly Sword into a franchise, possibly a trilogy. More recently, news of a sequel has reared its head at the laun...
- Posted Dec 7th 2007
- 21 Comments
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Havok creators praise Heavenly Sword
Developer Ninja Theory knew that they had a hit on their hands with Heavenly Sword all throughout development. Using the Havok physics SDK and animation system engines, the game created an unprecedented level of realism, delivering a true next-generation gaming experience. Indeed, while s...
- Posted Sep 26th 2007
- 18 Comments
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Heavenly Sword story continues...if it sells well
During a Q&A session at 3Rooms on Thursday night, Tameem Antoniades, co-founder of Ninja Theory, spoke about how we may see more of Heavenly Sword in the way of downloadable content. The catch: the game must sell well. When PSU contacted Sony about the comments from Tameem, they said: "...
- Posted Sep 15th 2007
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Heavenly Sword release marked by shipping errors
Today on September 12th, 2007, Ninja Theory's spectacular PS3 title Heavenly Sword was supposed to hit retails stores everywhere. However due to shipping errors (including all my local Gamestops) shipments have not been received. The problem is a delay with the distributors and what was suppo...
- Posted Sep 12th 2007
- 18 Comments
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[UPDATE] SCEE to launch Heavenly Sword Starter Pack
According to Deeko! NEWS, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is putting together a new Starter Pack bundle containing a 60GB PlayStation 3 console packed with Heavenly Sword and Formula One Championship Edition. Along with the games, the bundle also comes with two Sixaxis controllers and the usua...
- Posted Sep 5th 2007
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Heavenly Sword Features
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Developer Afterthoughts: Heavenly Sword Interview
With Heavenly Sword now out on store shelves (well, sorta), PSU thought it would be great to get some comments from one of the game's developers and afterthoughts on their feelings about the game and how it's being accepted by the public. Our interview was done with Nina Kristensen, Co-founder of...
- Posted Sep 12th 2007
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PSU Interview: Heavenly Sword Producer Kyle Shubel
Ever since the first showing at E3 '05, gamers have oohed and aahed at the magnificence of Ninja Theory's next generation title, Heavenly Sword. Today PSU brings new details on this AAA PS3 title in an interview with SCEA's Santa Monica Studios producer, Kyle Shubel. PSU: Many people have ...
- Posted Apr 27th 2007
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