Product Overview
- Product Name: Heavy Rain
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Disc Condition: Disc has light cosmetic surface wear; tested and plays perfectly.
- Notes: Heavy Rain for PlayStation 3 comes complete in its original OEM case with manual and artwork included; disc is tested for reliable play. The artwork presents very cleanly, making this a well-kept example for fans of narrative-driven PS3 titles.
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What's Included
- PS3 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: OEM/Original*
- Extras:
Game Description
Heavy Rain delivers a gripping interactive thriller experience on the Sony PlayStation 3, blurring the line between video game and cinematic drama. Developed by Quantic Dream, the game places players inside a dark, rain-soaked mystery centered on loss, desperation, and the search for truth, unfolding through multiple interconnected characters.
The single-player experience is driven by player choice rather than traditional combat. Every decision, reaction, and moment of hesitation can alter the course of the story, with consequences that permanently shape character relationships and narrative outcomes. Heavy Rain creates tension through atmosphere and emotional weight, asking players not just to succeed, but to live with the results of their actions.
What sets Heavy Rain apart is its commitment to storytelling as gameplay. Scenes play out in real time, often without clear right or wrong answers, encouraging immersion and repeated playthroughs to explore alternate paths. For collectors, it stands as one of the most important narrative-driven titles of the PlayStation 3 era and a defining example of how games can deliver mature, character-focused storytelling.
Gameplay Features
- Story-driven single-player experience focused on choice and consequence
- Multiple playable characters with intersecting storylines
- Branching narrative with numerous endings shaped by player decisions
- Atmospheric presentation emphasizing mood, emotion, and tension
- Minimal traditional combat, prioritizing interaction and narrative flow
- Designed to be fully experienced offline as a self-contained story
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Heavy Rain was a breakthrough title for cinematic storytelling in games, demonstrating that player choice could meaningfully alter a narrative without relying on conventional action mechanics. Its emphasis on emotional engagement helped broaden mainstream perceptions of what video games could achieve as a storytelling medium.
The game is frequently discussed alongside titles like Beyond: Two Souls and Detroit: Become Human when examining the rise of narrative-focused PlayStation exclusives. Its influence helped establish Quantic Dream as a leading studio in interactive drama and choice-driven design.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release (Black Label)
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2010
- Publisher: Sony
- Developer: Quantic Dream
- ESRB Rating: M - Mature
- UPC: 711719816423
- SKU: 20769
- Format: Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 3 console (PS3 system)
- Region: NTSC (U.S. & Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS3 cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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