You could describe the basic gameplay in Killer 7 as "half-assed shooter". But the gameplay wasn't the main draw, so who cares. Shadows of the Damned, the latest game from Killer 7 creator Goichi Suda, feels like what Killer 7 would be if it only consisted of its basic gameplay.

In a nutshell, Shadows of the Damned is a gaming version of Kill Bill, complete with action, blood, comedy and a complete lack of taking itself too seriously. Players assume the role of Garcia Hotspur, a demon hunter who's only hunting damned souls because their evil leader kidnapped his girlfriend,...

One of my favorite games on the Xbox. But definitely not for kids, nudity and vulgar language. not to mention insane gore. (All these things make it a great game for adults)

Calling Shadows of the Damned a weird game just doesn't quite do the experience the justice it deserves. The pure flair of the strangeness has to be applauded, for this is not a game that tries to be bizarre by stuffing it down your throat, this is Hell seen through the eyes of Suda51 (Killer7, No...

Stylish art direction; Hell-inspired environment; Evil Dead tribute section

Combat becomes repetitive after a while; Too easy; Might unsettle sensitive gamers

You know, I've always thought that hell is a weird idea. Think about it, what you may consider hell - I could consider being heaven. It's all based on someone's views. Well, Grasshopper Manufacture, the developers of the new action title Shadows of the Damned have a pretty clear view of what they...

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Shadows of the Damned is an enjoyable experience while it lasts, but with only an engaging story and likeable cast of characters really leading the charge, you're going to feel short-changed when it comes to the rest of the game.

The creators of Resident Evil and No More Heroes collaborate once again, delivering their most ambitious title yet; Shadows of the Damned. Players step into the shoes of Garcia Hotspur, a demon hunter who's girlfriend (Paula) is kidnapped by Fleming (King of the underworld/hell).

When a hot-blooded Mexican with the unlikely name of Garcia Hotspur finds his girlfriend  hanging from a noose, his bad day's just beginning. See, Paula just bought herself a trip to Hell, where a pervy six-eyed demon lord plans to make her his concubine for all eternity.

+ Excellent basic combat; fun boss battles; constant weapon upgrades, + Looks and sounds great; humorous tone nicely complements the grim atmosphere

- Hunting keys along linear paths dulls the novelty of exploring hell; starts off slow, ?

Featuring brain-eating baby heads, bleating goat busts, and a redneck demon shopkeeper, Shadows of the Damned is Suda 51's most mainstream offering yet. Sure, this grindhouse-inspired trip through hell is twisted as all get out, even making EA's last invitation to the nine circles, Dante's Inferno ,...