David Cage’s follow-up to Quantic Dreams’ 2007 hit, Fahrenheit (or Indigo Prophecy in North America), was released just a couple of weeks ago and has already caused quite a stir. I’m speaking, of course, about Heavy Rain. Dubbed by its developer as an “interactive drama”, Heavy Rain provided one of the most cinematic and innovative experiences yet, and will undoubtedly be in the mix for GOTY.
“In an experience like Heavy Rain, I believe the music plays a very, very important role. We know that but we rediscover that in each game. Actually, we believe that music is probably about 50% – if not more – of the impact of the images,” says creator, David Cage.
So, what kind of impact does Normand Corbeil’s score have this time around? Click the jump for full review. (more…)