Swords of Destiny PS2

Rising Star Games delivered a new take on third-person action adventures with the beautiful hack-and-slash epic which is Swords Of Destiny. The game typifies Rising Star's commitment to bringing quality Japanese video games to the European market. With Swords of Destiny's engine making the most of the PlayStation 2 hardware, players are treated to beautifully designed environments rich in visual flair and atmosphere.

You take the role of Lei Yun, a supremely talented apprentice on a long and challenging mission against dark forces seeking control of the land. Previously defeated by Lei Yun's master, this pervasive menace returns in the form of the Gyakki, a race of powerful demons under the control of a tyrannical Empress. Hell-bent on bringing death and destruction to the nation, only Lei Yun stands in the way of a seemingly unstoppable army of evil.

Diverse locations such as ruined fortresses, mountain passes shrouded in mist and labyrinthine temple interiors giving the player plenty to explore

Stylish characterisation abounds with imaginative designs for both allies and enemies as suitably moody protagonists take on superbly detailed and creepy opponents

Full localisation is also implemented with professional voice actors providing dialogue painstakingly translated from the original Japanese.

An array of suitably dynamic sound effects to complement the action

A lock-on based fighting system which is satisfying and simple to understand within a few seconds' play but deep enough to provide lasting appeal

Engaging storyline told though cinema-quality cut scenes

Stunning graphics based around an ancient Chinese setting

48 usable weapons some of which appear depending on how enemies are killed

Intuitive 'Sword Time' combo system delivers immensely satisfying combat action

Fight enemies on the ground or in mid-air with fluidity and supreme athletic grace

Last updated on 19 February 2009