Hokuto No Ken: Raoh Gaiden ~ Ten no Haoh
(LAST UPDATE: 6/29/09)
Developer(s): Arc System Works
Publisher(s): Interchannel Holon
Platform(s): PSP (Japan)
Release: Winter 2008 (Japan)
Characters: Kenshiro, Raoh, Jagi, Thouzer, Uigher, Reina,
Related Games: Hokuto No Ken
Story: Set in a post apocalyptic world where the Earth is barren and the strong survive by preying on the weak, the series follows the journey of Kenshiro, the successor of Hokuto Shinken, "Divine Fist of the North Star", a secret martial arts style that allows its practitioner to destroy an opponent's body from within by striking into their secret channeling points, often resulting in a violent and gruesome death. Kenshiro uses his skills to protect the weak and innocent against the numerous villains that threaten their survival.
General: Hokuto No Ken: Raoh Gaiden ~ Ten no Haoh is going to be a 2D fighting game with 3D graphics. There will be 13 playable characters including a completely original character made specifically for this game! The game will feature story mode, vs computer, versus, and training mode. Gameplay features so far include stages with destructible elements, and special move power gauge which will allow characters to perform a "Kyukyoku Ogi" (instant kill type move) when completely full.
Gameplay Engine Story / Theme Overall Graphics Animation Music / Sound Effects Innovation Customization Options / Extras Intro / Presentation Replayability / Fun "Ouch" Factor Characters BOTTOM LINE Not Yet Rated Closing Comment: It actually looks quite decent for a PSP fighting game, an exclusive one at that. I still haven't played the first Hokuto No Ken fighting game by Arc System Works...
I might actually get to try this one out first, since PSP games aren't region protected. ~F.Yagami, Webmaster of TFG