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Another fun nintendo title!!

BrandAid1138
March 14, 2008 at 10:21am

Awesome story and cinema, but the city traveling, bike movement needed a little work...

EvanHenry
January 27, 2008 at 4:44pm

Fans of Suda 51's previous works, Killer 7, will adore this title. Graphics have some rough spots, but some of the most fun you'll ever have using the Wii controls. DEFINITELY not for kids.

InvaderGir83
January 26, 2008 at 12:26am

This game satisfied my blood lust. Unique and original controls that are very fulfilling to gameplay EX: A button, A button , A button, gesture slash. There are also wrestling techniques that can be done after dizzying your opponent. The driving portion is a little loose, but the game is clearly focused on fighting. I also love the collectible T-Shirts they all scream Gamer Gear.

J Tangle
January 26, 2008 at 2:49pm

fun and amusing,in my book its all about gameplay and style and this game has both!great game to hold you over until smash!

MR. TIP
January 28, 2008 at 7:44am

Awesome and fun game. Suda51 is an amazing game designer. A badass must-own for the Wii.

Zeeb
February 1, 2008 at 3:41pm

this game is awsome. its like gta for wii but not as hardcore on the illegal drugs and hookers and stuff. more of a fun collect money to pay for entrys to become the greatest assasin. its worth the 50$ that it is. good graphics good voices great gameplay.

ando komando
February 9, 2008 at 12:54am

This game bleeds oh so sweetly, Yes!

Dv8thwonder
February 12, 2008 at 7:44pm

excellent title....DARE I SAY Potential Game of Year on Wii? story wise-top notch. very engrossing draws you in & make you feel like caring for Travis. graphics nice retro look---no need 4 lifelike 360 visuals here. intuitive use of wiimote;lets hope more companies become more experimental. negatives---some may say the side missions are tedious,the one hit & done are hard....i say just the opposite. this is how it was when gaming began so stop complaining. WORTH BUYING!!!

nygr8one
February 20, 2008 at 9:20am

ok i dont know why everyones so excited bout this game its not all that fun people say its the next grand theft auto but yet you cant steal cars or kill random people on the sidewalk its just weird to say the least

MegaManX
February 21, 2008 at 10:36am

It remains fun until you about halfway through, and you realize that this is the extent of the game...

jkrevens
March 1, 2008 at 1:14pm

Perfect

DudeManBro
March 16, 2008 at 2:30pm

This game is insanely awesome. Nothing is better than hacking and slashing at enemies with an electrified sword that is similar to a lightsaber. I was a bit wary when I saw it, as I was worried about the controls for such a game. Luckily, I was proven wrong. The game's controls deliver grade A quality. You simply push "A" to hack at enemies, and when they are damaged enough the screen will prompt you to swing the Wiimote a particular way in order to deliver an awesomely gruesome finishing blow. I have played the game quite a bit, and the Wiimote has not reacted differently than how I intended it to. And if you get tired of slashing your enemies, pushing "B" will allow you to stun the enemy, so you can follow up with a pro-wrestling move such as a back suplex or ddt. So yeah, the gameplay and controls are perfect. The voice-over for the game are awesome. At some point, your character receives a phone call on his cellphone, and the Wiimote becomes the phone, where the voice comes out over the controller's speaker. There is also a lot of awesome humor in the game, in particular how the game's save points are rest rooms, and the characters sits upon a "throne" as the saving commences. I have a lot of great things to say, but only one bad thing, and that is graphics. The graphics are not up-to-par, and are reminiscent of the PS1. However, graphics do not necessarily bother me, so long as gameplay surpasses the norm. And No More Heroes does just that. So I demand you all to go and check this game out. It will provide plenty of entertainment in the bloodiest game to hit the Wii yet.

BigBadBob
March 16, 2008 at 8:55pm

Simply brilliant. Hugely entertaining and completely original. If you have any reservations about buying this game, forget them because it is pure class. Unless of course you're looking for "GTA Wii" which is something people seem to mistake this game for. It was never intended to be a GTA clone, the open world aspect is just a means from getting from A to B.

Polysics_2004
March 19, 2008 at 4:22pm

First and Foremost, This Game is NOT for Kids! With that said, No More Heroes is a Blast for Any Teen or Adult who can handle Nonstop Blood Shed and Swearing Galore. This Game is very awesome, with its Retro Feel, and all, but driving around Santa Destroy gets boring. Basically, This is a Smaller Scale Grand Theft Auto. Nevertheless, No More Heroes is a truly unique Title made by the Infamous Suda51. Like I said, If You meet the Maturity Requirement, then You will enjoy This Game. Other than that, If You can't handle it, I urge You to stay away.

Derreck
March 30, 2008 at 2:26pm

I really don´t understand why people doesn´t like Killer 7,,, it was a very good game, with excellent history and a pretty original gameplay (well, a little complicated and hard to control, but original),,, No more heroes is the videogame version of Kill Bill,,, doesn´t need to say more: if you liked KB, you should play No More Heroes,,, if not, don´t even touch it,,, this is a carnival of blood, with a very good history,,, i just really liked it lasted longer (you can finish it in one week if you try it)... but is one hell of a game.

poderx
April 11, 2008 at 2:25am

Goichi “Suda 51” Suda and his team at Grasshopper Manufacture are well known as perhaps being gaming’s version of Quentin Tarantino, releasing some of the most tongue-in-cheek games ever made. With games under his belt like Killer7 and Contact, Suda has risen into a position as one of gaming’s cult artists, crafting titles that feel less like games and more like Picasso paintings. That said, Suda and his team have finally created a game which can back up his insane style in the gameplay department with…well, more insanity. No More Heroes is perhaps one of the most maniacal, over-the-top action games ever made, and it’s for Nintendo’s family friendly Wii, which makes it all the more unique. And while it isn’t perfect, it’s still a shining example of the action genre, and one that Wii gamers who are looking for something a bit more “adult” shouldn’t pass up. The game’s protagonist is Travis Touchdown, a typical anime/video game/wrestling nerd trying to make a living with as little effort as possible in the fictional southern California city of Santa Destroy. After picking up a beam saber from an online auction (no, I am not making this up), he meets Silvia Christel, head of the United Assassins Association (UAA), who persuades Travis to become a hitman. After defeating another assassin (a fight that, unfortunately, you don’t get to play through), he is named #11 on the rankings list, and is charged with the task of killing all the assassins above him to become the world’s best. On the whole, the game’s story is actually structured rather oddly, with little bursts here and there during cut scenes, with a lot of things never really explained, or previously having been explained. The dialogue features a lot of in-jokes and some rather funny fourth wall breaking, however, so there’s that at least. The characters are also rather likable – despite Travis’s juvenile behavior and wild antics, he’s a rather unique character, and one that is a privilege to play as. Perhaps the game’s best aspect is the absolute pure style that resonates from every inch of gameplay. No More Heroes is obviously the work of someone who takes the geek lifestyle very true to heart, as most of the game reeks of a combination of oddball anime fan service and good old-fashioned brutal violence. Most of Travis’s clothes feature anime or wrestling references, and the game’s stylized cel-shaded look hammers home the Japanese otaku feel. There’s also numerous other cute touches, such as the frequent use of 8-bit sound effects and graphics throughout the game, such as in menus and the like, and the outwardly random use of toilets as save points (still not making this up). The game’s other side basically puts to rest the whole argument of if the Wii is a console meant for adult games, as No More Heroes may be one of the most fantastically violent games ever made. Enemies are frequently bisected or beheaded by a well-placed slash, with blood spurting out like a fountain. In addition, the game has more cursing than most Tarantino films, and there’s enough sexual innuendo to make James Bond blush. While the game isn’t for the faint of heart, it adds even more style to the title, and it’s hard not to feel a sort of intense satisfaction after you’ve just chopped the heads off of a group of enemies without even breaking a sweat. Is that a lightsaber or are you just happy to see me? As they begin the game, players travel Santa Destroy, taking up part-time jobs and assassinations to make more money, and then facing the next match in some sort of random locale. It’s repetitive, yes, but the pot is sweetened by the fact that these boss levels are among some of the most unpredictable and craziest things I’ve ever seen in a game. Sure, the first few take the usual “go through the stage and kill all the enemies” route, but the following ones take distinctive and oftentimes completely random turns. For example, one stage forces players to complete a level of a Galaga-like space shooter before continuing, while another throws players onto a side-scrolling bus and forces you to battle in extremely tight corners. It’s these little features which spice up the gameplay and make you sure to wonder what crazy thing it’ll do next. The boss fights themselves are also quite fun, although can occasionally be a bit on the easy side of things, but are equally as crazy as the levels themselves. Unfortunately, to get to these levels, you need to get through some rather boring core gameplay. While at first glance, No More Heroes is set up like a Grand Theft Auto-esque open world game, a more apt description would be a Zelda-like overworld, complete with a horse to get you around – or in this case, a bike. In between missions, you can either take up part-time jobs (little mini-games, usually making use of the Wii Remote), or go on quick assassination missions to gain extra money, which you then use to buy your way into each boss fight, with the prices getting steeper as you increase your rank. It’s an extremely tedious process, made all the more so by the fact that most of the missions are incredibly quick and boring. The decision also has to be questioned of even making the game open-world to begin with, since there’s very little to do in the city of Santa Destroy. You can go to various upgrade shops (for new beam sabers, added strength, and new wrestling moves…more on those later), buy new clothes to increase your wardrobe, or find hidden items, money, and special items called “Lolikov Balls”, which you give to a drunken Russian who then proceeds to beat the crap out of you in order for you to learn a new technique (I can’t make this stuff up, folks). However, the city, while nowhere near as large as those seen in games like the aforementioned GTA, still feels rather bland and empty, and it doesn’t help that most of the game’s primary areas are confined to an entire small block of the map, making the rest of the game world feel like a huge waste of space. Perhaps the most pure fun players will get from the game comes from the actual beam saber combat. Fighting is extremely fast-paced, and fortunately is handled only with quick presses of the A button, as shaking the Wii Remote that fast is probably ill-advised. A quick swipe is necessary, however, to finish off an opponent with a satisfying slash. You can also put enemies away by grabbing them with the B button and using a variety of Wii Remote motions to slam them to the ground with one of many pro wrestling moves, which, while a cute addition, are far less satisfying and effective as merely chopping like crazy. The game also features a slot machine on the bottom on the screen which activates each time an enemy is killed. If three of the same symbol come up, Travis enters Dark Side Mode, which allows him to use a special power based on what symbol he got. These include being able to fire powered blasts from your saber, slow down time, and even create a quick mini-game where the tap of a button kills an enemy, so long as you tap the right one. The fighting mechanics can be iffy at some points, like when finishing slashes don’t register (which happens way more often than it should), but overall it’s a fun, satisfying experience. Outside of combat, it’s a completely different beast. You can’t use your saber outside of battles (except to dig up random treasure), so killing innocent civilians is a no-go, fun as that may be. The biggest failure happens to be driving Travis’s motorbike, which is somewhere between frustrating and completely ridiculous. The actual driving gameplay isn’t all that bad, but it’s when the motion controls come into play where things start to get shaky. Drift turns are handled by hitting the brakes and tilting the controller in the direction you want to turn, which more often then not, for some unexplored reason, sends you careening the OTHER way and often into a well-placed wall or tree. In the same way, performing jumps (with a quick upward lift on the remote), is difficult as well, but fortunately these moves are rarely used or needed. What’s most confusing, however, is the driving’s horrendous hit detection. While in the real world, slamming a bike into a car is usually a one-way ticket to the hospital or worse, Travis’s bike merely skids a tad in a head-on collision. On the other extreme, merely clipping the side of a tree or wall will send Travis flying off of his bike. It doesn’t affect the game too badly, but it’s something I’m amazed got past quality control. …that’s just wrong, man. Graphically, No More Heroes captures Suda’s art style perfectly, using a great mix of anime technique and punk influence. All of the characters are cel-shaded and feature some great designs, and the animation is solid to boot. Even during combat when things can get extremely hectic, the game stays at a constant framerate, only occasionally slowing down when you, say, eliminate about eight enemies at once. On the other hand, both the game’s backgrounds and the city itself are extremely bland, and suffer from a tremendous lack of detail throughout. The level design can at times be bland and uninteresting, and there’s a large amount of pop-in and a very limited draw distance. No More Heroes makes up for a lot of these shortcomings with its soundtrack, which, while limited, is one of the best ever heard in a game. The game’s main theme is incredibly catchy, which is a good thing, as you’ll hear it play throughout most of the game’s battles and boss fights. The rest of the game is the usual J-pop anime fare, complete with some retro 8-bit music to keep with the game’s geek chic style. The game also features some tremendous voice acting from some of the best talents in the industry, including Robin Atkin Downs as Travis, Paula Tiso as Silvia, and other luminaries like Steve Blum, Quinton Flynn, Fred Tatasciore, and Kari Wahlgren. Considering the game is regularly peppered with cursing and most of the dialogue is the usual “bring it on!” masculinity, it’s good to see such a talented cast used to offset the staleness of the dialogue. That said, the staleness merely adds more to the cult aspect of the game, as it at times feels more like a crazy independent film. No More Heroes is one of those games that’s worth playing simply for the sheer absurdity factor. It provides some of the most over the top, insane moments in gaming history, while still providing some great action gameplay. However, to get to these moments, you need to suffer through some odd design choices, such as the boring overworld and repetitive missions. That said, if you like anime, wrestling, or are just looking for something to play on the Wii that involves blood or isn’t a minigame collection, No More Heroes is a very safe bet. It’s far from perfect, but it’s one of those games you really need to see, and experience, for yourself. Presentation - The game oozes cool, from the stunning art style to the retro touches throughout. The question remains why the game was even made open-world to begin with, as it feels artificial and boring. Graphics - While it never reaches above GameCube level, No More Heroes maintains a relatively consistent framerate throughout and has a great anime style. Too bad the levels and backgrounds are so dull. Audio - A great-sounding main theme, plus some tremendous voice acting. Effects are solid but passé. Gameplay - The core combat, while occasionally repetitive, is extremely satisfying. Wrestling moves feel tacked-on, and the driving needed way more work. Lasting Appeal - There’s plenty of sidequests, but most can be finished during regular gameplay. There’s about 15 to 20 hours worth here, but additional difficulty levels and unlockables do enhance things.

idofriar1313
April 12, 2008 at 11:59pm

If you wish for a bloody, action game, then look no further. This is probably one of the greatest games on the Wii. Must Buy

Fye_DX
April 14, 2008 at 2:41pm

Amazing action game to play!!!

IKE19
May 12, 2008 at 4:30pm

Solid, original game ... crappy graphics.

Joz
June 15, 2008 at 9:47am

the most underrated game on the wii, great game play

el_negro
July 3, 2008 at 12:12pm

Hilarious story and dialogues, strange end bosses, fantastic use of the wiimote. There are things to criticize, but the positive points weigh far more. Graphics could be better, the city quests are quite monotone, but all in all it's a great experience so I must give it five stars. BTW, I own the European non-blood version.

schollo2000
July 9, 2008 at 5:22pm

Excellent game and these types of games are rarly seen on the wii

supraalex
July 11, 2008 at 8:10am