Too Human

Also known as: Too Human: Part 1
Too Human would be a severely underwhelming game even if it weren't for its ten-year-long development or its outspoken creator. Awkward combat, a braindead camera and a laundry list of bad design choices make this title plainly mediocre. There's a solid game buried beneath it all, and determined gamers may find something to like here, but everyone else should steer clear of Too Human.

Genre: Action
Release date: Aug 19, 2008
Published by: Microsoft
Developed by: Silicon Knights
Designer: Denis Dyack
Multiplayer Modes:
Offline
1 player SOLO
Online
2 player CO-OP
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Screenshots updated Aug 13, 2008
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ESRB Rating
Too Human is rated:
Teen
Blood, Language, Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes
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