So I have a few things I'd like to share. I was lucky enough to get an invite to the Starcraft 2 beta which is unexpected but much appreciated. I have the game installed and I spent all of five minutes with it. I'll do a proper review of sorts and get some screen shots to share. It's hard to juggle this hobby of sorts amidst school, work (god I hate my job) and my family. I was able to finish Mass Effect 2 last night. I enjoyed it quite much! I really think its a great piece of science fiction. Now that I am finished with that, I plan to start Heavy Rain. I had the chance to spend about an hour or so with it this afternoon. I find it hard to call it a game because of what the game is trying to do. It isn't so much an action game but more of an interactive narrative. This may sound kind of boring but in actuality its quite engaging. There is an interesting story concerning a serial killer who leaves origami figures with each of his victims. The game is broken up into chapters. Each chapter you control a different protagonist and a portion of the story is told. I imagine all characters will interweave in some form. I don't want to go into too much detail without spoiling the game. This game is depressing. The first chapter attempts to lull you into feeling safe and comfortable. Do not be deceived! The story quickly makes you feel anxious, sad and confused. A mention needs to go to the visuals. The graphics are amazing. For PS3 there is nothing that looks as good as Heavy Rain. The amount of detail is staggering. In one section you find yourself in a convenience store.
Walk down the aisles and you will see. Snacks, junk food, medicine, all rendered with amazing detail and that is just one example of the environment. The people and characters themselves are also noteworthy. Each chapter starts with a close up of who you will be working with. The detail and rendering is amazing.
More to come!
