God Hand

"The best, most out of control, Action game ever"

There are so many words that almost describe the experience of this game, and I'll name as much as I can. Crazy, Absurd, Insane, Wild, Wacky, Hilarious, Ridiculous, and Chaotic.

Quite possibly the most original and most out of control action title ever. So over the top it thankfully doesn't try to make itself look serious, but, filled with so many references, more so in the dog racing mini game, that some if not most will have you smirking when you discover one, though that may depend on who you are.

The story wasn't something I payed much attention to, and sometimes ended up forgetting it. The characters on the other hand is what drives this game. There so many wacky characters, from gorrilas wearing Mexican wrestling outfits, to midget power rangers, that you're bound to find someone to like. Even if it's someone you should hate.

The main character Gene does all he can to prove why he's awesome, including kicking your ass and insulting you in the best fashion. If don't agree with him, be prepared to be kicked into orbit.

The dialogue has so many great quotes and one liners, most coming from our main man Gene, you're surely find some to like. The voicing it pretty well done, no one sounds stupid, or annoying, if some one sounds over the top, most likely they're supposed to be.

The Game play take some too, mainly in controlling Gene, that dying will happen, a lot. Thankfully the game isn't so hard to play that it's next to impossible to beat, just don't go into it thinking this will be an easy game. Enemies will not just waiting too get a hit in, they'll come after you with thing on their mind.

The sad thing, however, is all you need to lay most of the the smack down is the simple punch till your opponent is dead. So the isn't really filled with much depth, and the thing you'll change in your combat arsenal is your roulette specials.

All in all, I loved the experience from beginning to end. It may be a hard road to walk but the end is rewarding. I'd rank as the best action game I've ever played. I found nothing to hate this game for, it may be difficult but it's meant to be. I plead that you should try out this game.

10/10

Reviewer's Score: 10/10, Originally Posted: 09/17/08

Game Release: God Hand (US, 10/10/06)