HEAVY RAIN™

HEAVY RAIN™

March 1, 2016
Sony Interactive Entertainment
4.4/5.0(49,701 reviews)

Genres

ActionAdventure

Themes

crimepsychologicalmysteriousdetectivedarktragicmodernintimate

Mechanics

choice-basedbranching-narrativemultiple-endingsquick-time-eventscharacter-switchingdialoguestory-drivencutscenesvoice-actingexplorationpuzzle-solvinghidden-secretscollectiblesstealthachievements

About This Game

How Far Will You Go To Save Someone You Love?

Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns. Spanning four days of mystery and suspense, the hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer - named after his macabre calling card of leaving behind folded paper shapes at crime scenes. Four characters, each following their own leads and with their own motives, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim.

You need to think fast and act even faster, as every choice and move you make can result in dramatic, game-changing consequences – and even determine who lives… and who dies.

How this story ends is entirely up to you.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
First personThird person

Time to Beat

Rushed:8h
Main story:11h
Completionist:19h

Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback on Heavy Rain is highly polarized, showcasing a passionate divide between praise for its gripping narrative and substantial criticism of its control mechanics. While many players celebrate the story and emotional depth, frustrations with gameplay execution and technical issues create significant dissatisfaction. Overall, the sentiment reveals that while the story leaves a lasting impression, the experience is often marred by control-related frustrations.

Pros

  • Engaging and gripping story with emotional depth
  • Unique atmosphere and memorable soundtrack
  • Multiple endings that reflect player choices
  • Strong character development and narrative twists
  • Influential in the interactive storytelling genre

Cons

  • Frustrating controls and unresponsive gameplay
  • Technical issues such as lag and poor optimization
  • Plot holes and questionable character motivations
  • Voice acting inconsistencies
  • Some players found it outdated compared to modern games

Based on 101 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Heavy Rain: The Taxidermist
Heavy Rain: The Taxidermistdlc
Heavy Rain & Beyond: Two Souls - Collection
Heavy Rain & Beyond: Two Souls - Collectionbundle
Heavy Rain: Director's Cut
Heavy Rain: Director's Cutbundle
Detroit: Become Human - Digital Deluxe Edition
Detroit: Become Human - Digital Deluxe Editionbundle
Quantic Dream Collection
Quantic Dream Collectionbundle
Heavy Rain: Move Edition
Heavy Rain: Move Editionbundle

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HEAVY RAIN™ — Frequently Asked Questions

Is HEAVY RAIN™ worth playing?
HEAVY RAIN™ has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.4 out of 5 across 49,701 reviews.
How long does it take to beat HEAVY RAIN™?
HEAVY RAIN™ takes around 11 hours for the main story and about 19 hours to fully complete.
Is HEAVY RAIN™ included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — HEAVY RAIN™ is part of the PlayStation Plus Premium game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is HEAVY RAIN™ single-player or multiplayer?
HEAVY RAIN™ supports single player.
What platforms is HEAVY RAIN™ available on?
HEAVY RAIN™ is available on PS4.
When did HEAVY RAIN™ release?
HEAVY RAIN™ released on March 1, 2016.
What is HEAVY RAIN™'s age rating?
HEAVY RAIN™ carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.
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