Heavenly Sword

September 12, 2007 Ninja Theory Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
Hack and slash/Beat 'em up Adventure
PS3
About

Developed by Ninja Theory, Heavenly Sword is a visually stunning martial arts drama set in a mythical time and place in the Far East.
Storyline

A dramatic tale of revenge sees Nariko, a fiery red-haired heroine embark on a quest for vengeance against an invading King and his army. The story builds around the ancient Heavenly Sword which once belonged to a powerful deity and can never be wielded by a mortal without it draining their life-force, killing them within hours. When the invading king destroys the warrior clan that guards the Heavenly Sword, the clan leader's daughter, Nariko, takes up the sword in a desperate fight for survival.
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Game Info

Release Date September 12, 2007
Developer Ninja Theory
Publisher Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Third person
Themes Action, Fantasy