Poor Heavenly Sword...
It's actually pretty good, but the following are clear issues:
a) while the combat is deep and you can really use skill... you often don't have to (particularly early on in game)
b) it has those annoying signalled button press things that even suck in God of War - its simple: anything that makes you look away from action to spot which button to press is a waste of time
c) its short - as in really short. Which is a pity as it felt like it could easier have been longer without dragging. Maybe things were cut to get it out sooner rather than later?
d) little replay other than favourite sections. Not sure every game should have MP but its clear this could easily have additional SP elements such as challenge modes against lots of baddies, timed fights, target challenges, etc. that would have given it more value for money
But, it does look fantastic, the cutscenes really are the best of anything on PS3, 360 or Wii, the fighting is good if you chose to invest in it, and the 'Twing Twang' elements are the hoot everyone says (shot someone in rear end or ankle to see what I mean).
As it stands its a great rent but maybe only a reduced price buy. I will watch for another though, as the flaws could easily be remidied and the basic engine, etc. is obviously there.
Try to be reasonable... its easier than you think...
