Heavy Rain

Controls are bad, as well as graphics, but the story and characters make up for that. Really enjoyed playing it and was really happy that you can replay every chapter right away in the same playthrough. A remastered version would be awesome!!

Devs weren't sure if they made in-game QTE prompts annoying enough and hard as possible to read by shaking and moving them on screen, so they made sure everyone knows what kind dicks they are by making end-credits unskippable too.

Lmao, the way they introduce THE Origami Killer is just ridiculous. There are so many holes in the story—for instance, Ethan’s strange mental episodes and how he ends up with an origami figure after each one. But game it's nice 7/10

Accidentally binge played it in a day, I couldn't stop, too good, I will be thinking about this for a while. Loved it & every character. Even the evil ones.

Pretty neat game, compelling story. I played alongside my partner who had played and it was fun hearing her react to my choices. Took me 17hrs, definitely worth a little time to play

This game is phenomenal; it's a true work of art with gripping storytelling, and memorable characters. This port of it, however, is basically unplayable trash. Constant crashing. Constant Freezing. Don't play this version.

When you play Fahrenheit you want more detective stuff. You get it with Heavy Rain, but you still want more detective stuff ( Jaden's gameplay is the best imho) So you play Detroit and it's just everything that you wanted. It took Quantic Dream a bit to cook THAT game, but they did it in the end.
Just as its predecessors, this game is flawed. I had to switch from my controller to keyboard/mouse back and forth in order to progress through some QTE. It is what is. Also, I feel like despite having so many choices, once you finish this game and know what's up, it's def not the same.
I'm still gonna recommend it, because it deserves the attention.

The controls on the PC are somewhat clunky, and the graphics are outdated, but the story significantly outweighs these flaws. If you enjoy interactive drama-style games, Heavy Rain is an absolutely captivating experience you won't want to miss!

Ngl this is the game where i'd love to have the neutral option, game itself is okayish? The story is weird at times, the characters acting seems strange, the controls feel so clumsy.

HOWEVER, if you are a player that strives to go for 100% completition to get all achievements, god it SUCKS. Even after I got all of my endings, somehow the achievement was not popping and I had to rewatch them to finally get it, not to mention watching/doing the same things again and again... no sry, 5.5/10 and i'm being nice here.

This game was good back in the time really one of the shiniest PS3 exclusives but now I dont think this is holding up well in 2024.

Controllers are just bad not sure why they havent fixed them for all these years while releasing for PC.
Inputs are terrible and even if you input correctly it doesnt "input" correct. You have to get the user controller setups from steam they fix things up abit.

Story telling is awful with lots of plotholes and of course that awful acting. Well its an old game.

I would say try it out when its on sale but even if you arent playing, you are not missing anything you can just simply waste your time on a better game.

This game was awesome and had a great story. I found the characters to be well written and interesting. I don't have a gaming computer, just a laptop, so I had to reduce the graphics to low and I found it somewhat laggy, but I assume that's just the low speeds of my 2019 acer swift. Due to my lack of video game prowess, I had to play through multiple times and I loved seeing all the ways the story could change. I am so glad my friend Sophia <3 recommended this game to me as it was so worth it! (even if it took 3 years to get around to!)

This game hasn't aged that well graphically but clearly it was top of the line when it first came out. I would've enjoyed the game much more if the PC version of the controls had been properly adjusted from the original console version. I almost couldn't finish the game at one point because of this issue. I'm recommending it because it's a decent RPG and a pioneer in the gaming industry with its usage of motion capture footage of the actors, but I highly recommend prioritising other games such as Disco Elysium or Fallout: New Vegas, both of which have literally hours more content, and more detailed stories.

The game is fine, but there's a critical problem with controller support. Certain actions requires you to push the right stick to the side, then rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise. 4 out of 5 times, it just wont work for me. I tried with two different controllers, same results. And there are worse cases, not only you must rotate the controller, it also must be at a slow, steady rate, but since the rotate part rarely gets recognized, this can be a real nightmare.

I dont know if others have the same problem, I suggest give it a try first, such action is required at the first scene of the game, if it wont work for you , then maybe it's better to ask for a refund.

I already played 2 others games from this developer (detroit become human and beyond two souls) and they were excellent.
This game is older but really good too. The story is nice written.
The only negative points are the interaction controls (I only tried keyboard / mouse). Some mouse mouvement and in particular the slow moves are quite difficult to execute. And the camera position, not always optimal. It's hard to see where you have to go and in a middle of a deplacement, if the camera change angle the control become invert.
I still recommend the game because it's a good thriller and you'll be captivated from start to end.

Just wrapped up Heavy Rain—the story was gripping and kept me hooked till the end! The atmosphere and suspense were on point, but the controls were a bit clunky, and the graphics feel dated now. Still, if you’re into story-driven games, it’s worth a play.

This game is a terrible failure.
I tried to enjoy the game, but I was disgusted by its stiff camera controls, insufficient operational feedback, and inhumane interaction design. Thank David Cage for putting his effort into creating the plot, but the game design is a total disaster.

Still an engaging and entertaining cinematic experience, visually holds up really well too

Just don't try to make sense of the plot, please

Just wrapped up Heavy Rain, which I got in a bundle with Beyond: Two Souls and Detroit: Become Human, and it was hell of a ride! You dive into a mystery where four characters are trying to catch the “Origami Killer” before it’s too late. Every choice you make changes the story, and there are so many ways it can end. The graphics are a bit old school, but the plot is super gripping and keeps you on your toes. I felt like an investigator for a while, and I even figured out who the killer was in my head before the game revealed it guess that’s just how smart I am, hehe xd. If you love dark, suspenseful crime thrillers where your decisions matter, Heavy Rain is totally worth checking out no cap!

The story is quite silly, but it's still fun to play, even for the 4th time in the past 14 years.

There aren't many games like this in the genre of interactive drama—this game is a must-play. The QTEs aren't as intense as those in Fahrenheit, but they still contribute to the experience.

I have not even finished this game yet and I can say with absolute certainty that I will not recommend it.

To begin with something good: The game has a very good story and soundtrack.

And that's about it. The gameplay itself is a catastrophe. You cannot move the camera, controlling the characters is wonky as hell, QTEs are sometimes extremely difficult to even see (as are some dialoge/thought/action options), split screen is not only unnecessary, but also annoying and a lot of actions are even pointless and have no effect on the outcome of a specific storyline.

I have nothing against strongly narrative driven and choice based games - quite the opposite. Detroit: Become Human, also developed by Quantic Dream, is my favorite game at this moment. And Heavy Rain could have been something I really enjoyed, but the gameplay is so bad that I actually thought about quitting it before reaching the end. A good story can't make up for bad gameplay and vice versa.

Maybe Heavy Rain was something special when it first came out. But now, if you compare it to other Quantic Dream titles, or other games from this genre, all this game has to offer is a very good story. Without a good enough gameplay, this would do better as a movie than a game.

Addendum:
After now finishing the game I have to correct what I said about the story. The story is very good - up until the point the killer is revealed. This was such a let-down and so many plot holes suddenly appeared that I couldn't even enjoy the last chapters of the game. The identity of the killer is ridiculous, the motivation for his actions is superficial and cheap.

I can't remember the last time I was so disappointed with a game, especially after playing Detroit and wanting to try other games by Quantic Dream. While Detroit is a masterpiece in its genre, Heavy Rain could not live up to the hype. But at least I'm very pleased with Quantic Dream and how much they have improved their gameplay over the years.

The game was good in all sorts of ways from the design to the story drama and plot twist i didnt have many problems with it but for it to be a bit wierd playing on mouse and keyboard cause i felt like it was a bit clanky and inaccurate but overall the game was good and also the choices between thougts and also the interactions were suitable for this type of game the only thing i didnt like was the chapter replay system but for its time of making could have been better but it not bad either

Making an excellent movie interactive by adding (very awkward) controls doesn't necessarily make it a good videogame. It was impossible for me to get immersed in this game seeing I had to fiddle with the controls all of the time. I suggest viewing it on Youtube instead.

Great story with lackluster controls and frustrating camera angles at times.

I would recommend if you have the patience to deal with the buggy controls.

I would NOT recommend this game to someone that doesn't like Quick Time Events (QTE) or is easily frustrated by poor controls.

Norman: Pretty chilly, huh?
The Police Officers: *silence*

Norman: Lousy weather, huh? Does it always rain like this?
Police Officer: It rains every fall. Doesn't it do that where you come from?
Norman: Well, yeah. Yeah, of course.

10/10 - would ask the police officers nervously about the weather again

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☑ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☑ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☐ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☐ Decent
☑ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☑ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☐ Nothing to grind
☑ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☐ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☑ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☑ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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Heavy Rain revolves around a father's desperate search for his missing son, exploring themes of love, loss, and the weight of choices. The story unfolds through the perspectives of four playable characters, each with their own motivations and internal struggles, allowing players to deeply connect with their experiences.


Character Analysis
Ethan Mars: As the father, Ethan’s pain and desperation drive the narrative. His character development showcases the strength of paternal love and the trauma of loss, with players feeling the emotional conflict in his choices.


Madison Paige: A journalist pursuing the truth, Madison’s storyline reveals her bravery amidst complex circumstances. Her relationship with Ethan adds emotional depth, enriching the overall narrative.


Norman Jayden: An FBI agent, Norman represents the intersection of technology and humanity. His use of high-tech devices contrasts with his internal struggles, highlighting the moral dilemmas in the quest for truth.


Scott Shelby: Initially presented as a private detective, Scott’s complex motivations are revealed, culminating in a plot twist that challenges perceptions of good and evil.


Thematic Analysis
Choices and Consequences: Every decision significantly impacts character fates and the storyline. This mechanic immerses players in the gravity of their choices, particularly during critical moments where missteps can lead to character deaths, amplifying the tension.


Love and Loss: The game profoundly explores paternal love and the anguish of loss, especially through Ethan’s narrative. His struggles encourage players to reflect on the fragility of familial bonds.


Moral Dilemmas: Characters face moral choices that prompt players to consider the boundaries between justice and revenge. The different perspectives highlight the complexity of human nature.


Conclusion
Heavy Rain successfully crafts an emotional journey through its intricate plot and multi-dimensional characters. While there are some control issues, the engaging narrative and the emphasis on choice make it a highly recommended experience for players who enjoy story-driven games.

Controls kinda suck, some scenes changed camera angle very quickly for stable character movement. HOWEVER, story was very good and the game itself may seem slow at first, but is also very interactive with the player. Love a good plot twist.

yea, literally no words needed for this game. you have to play in order to understand how this title can be. one of the best story-lines i ever witnessed in my life. 10/10 experience with this one.

Very good game! I would highly recommend to use an online guide at parts as the story can change drastically if you make a certain decision or take too long to decide (a character dies, etc.). Nevertheless, I got the good ending so I'm very happy about that. There needs to be more games like this. It is very story-driven and the things you do have an effect on the outcome. Ending was a decent twist. Overall, it is definitely worth buying!

Great story line, but gameplay and camera is n't my favorite.

Great 10 hour game, with a great plot twist, super nice experience considering how old this game is.

Been playing this a lot on Steam Deck recently. The controls can be a bit finnicky at times, but the story is fantastic and it looks great. Curious to see how it ends.

Controls are so janky. Prompt where you have to move RS to one direction then rotate barely works. Had to install some controller configuration to make it work. Then movement of shaking the controller up and down barely register so you just look like you're diddling yourself.

So this game is amazing, i have beaten it 2 times on the Playstation 3, but I would not recommend it on PC. The shader cache is horrendous. I have 5950x and a 7800xt and i was getting lag. Also sometimes the anolog inputs wouldnt compute.. So what I am saying is, play this on console. Not on PC, but i still had a good time and got the saddest ending in the world.

Almost in the "so bad it's good" category. The story was good, but the reliance on quick time events is a painfully mediocre choice for gameplay and there were tons of bugs throughout my play through.

It's a great story driven game but the mechanics are kinda wonky, especially movement and slow actions. Kinda regretted not playing it back then when story games were really poppin.

An immersive 10-hour story experience. The story is well written--the truth still surprises me even though have been prepared for potential plot twists. The graphics are not bad, considering this is a game released in 2010. However, as many other reviews have mentioned, there are some noticeable flaws, and here I'll talk about those I find most undesirable during my playthrough. The dub is kind of poor, many lines feel emotionless and do not match the atmosphere. And, the camera is fixed, meaning that you won't be able to observe your surroundings 360'. Overall, I would give it a 7 out of 10.

Listen, there's something to be said about the story that was meant to be told here. I did not play this game for nostalgic reasons, I played it at the recommendation of others. With that said, this game is obviously dated and looking at it as a novel idea, it fails to hold up. The entire story makes little to no sense when you take a step back for just a moment. Movement, controls, and needless little actions and task can be forgiven because that is what makes this a Quantic Dream production. Any level of critical thinking will pull you out of this story. I will not spoil the content of the game in this review but you should subvert your expectations and just ride along with the narrative being non-sense. Otherwise, you're going to have a terrible time.

All in all, quick-time events included, I'm going to give this game a solid 4/10. If you're playing this game to see how Quantic Dream pushed the envelope in the early 2010s, then this is a great game for you. If you're more focused on 'Choices Matter, Narrative Driven Gameplay', this may not be the game you're looking for.

After playing this game, and getting all the achievements, I can say that is it worth it. It has a compelling story that is amazing to follow along with and so many different endings that you can get. It's fun to play through the game multiple times to see all the different endings. Would recommend!

Was expecting a lot more from a Quantic Dream game. I played Beyond 2 souls and Detroit become human and they were both really good games but this one is significantly worse. I understand this was made before those 2 games but the devs did a good job at making the world, adding in little details and modeling the characters but the acting is so unbelievably dead. It sounds like they got amateur actors and only recorded their lines once and it bugs the absoulte hell out of me

Look, it's true that sometimes this game can be a bit buggy no matter what system you play it on, but I personally found it distracting only once. Besides, the story and characters more than make up for this. If you love a detective/mystery or maybe you like games like Detroit: Become human, then you will definitely like this!

Mind-blowing masterpiece! I did not expect the killer is ... 🙊

I'm struggle playing with keyboard & mouse, using game controller is the best for this game. And use button layout "Fix Right Stick by Flampy" - DualSense Controller.

It was a really good game, and I was surprised by it. Didn't expect so many actions to be so important, even though I should've expect it. I don't want to write spoilers, so I'll just say that if you like multiple endings games, a little detective work, and have different perspectives, this is the game for you. It stands the test of time!

I think Heavy Rain has it's own merits; internal dialogue is unique and for a one time play it was alright, though I wouldn't say I'd suggest purchasing it and playing it. I think if you're really curious about the story you might be better off watching someone do a play through of it.

While I can see why people love the game I don't think it's for me, while I really do enjoy these forms of games (Detroit Become Human, The Quarry, Dark Pictures) It was a bit hard to stomach some scenes. The dialogue and writing definitely could have used some work and a lot of plot points were removed from the game so you have these weird scenes that lead to absolutely nothing just left in. I would mention controls being wonky, but I'll give it a bit of a pass since I didn't really play with a controller, but movement did feel sluggish.

amazing story with 12 hours entertainment.

there was a controller problem. steam community had a solution, but i don't understand why the developer wouldn't fix it. it was all about the attitude.

the game mechanism rely upon qte heavily. if you couldn't do the circle maneuvering with the right mushroom, you fail the qte. that's why i leave a negative comment.

i mean beside the story everything i didnt enjoy, story was great though

I love these type of story telling games but this one annoys me more than it's actually fun to play. Starting with the Resident Evil 1 type goofy ahh disorienting camera and controls that piss me off followed by unclear instructions of simple tasks I need to do next to progress.

I really wanted to like it but F this stupid game.

3/10

No.. and i REALLY want to play this game.

The forth worst enamy is hidden in the story and you'll have to figure that one out yourself, that is if you can due to the following below:

The third worst enamy, is that everything i in the game up untill now IS a chore.

The second worst enamy is the Camera and the walking directions.

The first and biggest enamy in this game will be a controller bug.
You cant even do a simple thing like closing a door becouse of a weird controller bug, so i guess ill never be able to even finish this game.

I still want to play this game for the story, but this just sucks.

The controller response is probably some of the worst I've ever seen in a game. The story was fun for a few hours but got stale. I was going to try to at least finish the story but the controller got so bad that a lot of the movement the game is based on didn't even work right. Especially the right analog stick on my x-box controller. I just got so bad that I couldn't even really play the game anymore. The overall game has a good concept but I would take into consideration the control system because it ruins what could be a very fun game.