Heavenly Sword

It's too damn short and lacks online content. But on the bright side, it's definitely quality over quantity.

Genre: Action
Release date: Sep 12, 2007
Published by: SCEA
Developed by: Ninja Theory
Multiplayer Modes:
Offline
1 player SOLO
8 GREAT
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Screenshots updated Sep 21, 2007
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ESRB Rating
Heavenly Sword is rated:
Teen
Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence
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