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Shadows of the Damned

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First release
Jun 21, 2011
Genres
Shooter, Puzzle · Horror, Comedy
Platforms
PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

From the creative genius of Suda 51 (No More Heroes) and Shinji Mikami (Resident Evil) comes an all-new psychologically twisted vision of hell unlike anything seen before. Shadows of the Damned combines visceral action with dark, grotesque horror to create a mind-shattering adventure that has to been seen to be believed. Players must harness the power of the light to fight the army of the dark in unique light versus darkness gameplay that will forever change the way gamers perceive puzzles, combat, and terror. Combining the punk rock style of Suda 51 with the legendary horror design of Shinji Mikami, Shadows of the Damned will take gamers on an in-your-face thrill ride through demon-torn towns, shadow infested forests, grimy sewers and more. Featuring the most twisted boss battles ever seen, warped visuals and intense visceral combat, Shadows of the Damned will challenge gamers to break through the ultimate head-trip to help Garcia rescue his tortured girlfriend from the clutches of a mysterious enemy. Brace yourself for one hell of a trip to the city of the damned.

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Storyline
His name is Garcia Hotspur, hunter of demons, and his wrath will bring hell to its knees. When evil demonic creatures kidnap Garcia’s girlfriend, it’s up to him to travel to the City of the Damned to get her back. Aided by a former demon with the ability to transform into an array of vicious weapons, Garcia will once again take on the mantel of “demon hunter” and rip apart the horrifying forces of the underworld to protect what he loves most.Read more

His name is Garcia Hotspur, hunter of demons, and his wrath will bring hell to its knees. When evil demonic creatures kidnap Garcia’s girlfriend, it’s up to him to travel to the City of the Damned to get her back. Aided by a former demon with the ability to transform into an array of vicious weapons, Garcia will once again take on the mantel of “demon hunter” and rip apart the horrifying forces of the underworld to protect what he loves most.

Release dates
PlayStation 3
Jun 21, 2011
Xbox 360
Jun 21, 2011
PlayStation 3
Jun 24, 2011
All 4 release dates
PlayStation 3
Sep 22, 2011
Age ratings
ESRB MCERO Z
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
bloody, death, bird, achievements, over the shoulder
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