Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Gore Comparison
Recently, we managed to get our hands on preview code for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 for the PS3. Sigma 2 producer Yosuke Hayashi has gone on record as saying that the game will be less gory on the PS3 than the Xbox 360 original, telling GameSpot "Since last year, the number of games featuring high...
Recently, we managed to get our hands on preview code for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 for the PS3. Sigma 2 producer Yosuke Hayashi has gone on record as saying that the game will be less gory on the PS3 than the Xbox 360 original, telling GameSpot "Since last year, the number of games featuring high levels of violence increased. So rather than do something the same as everyone else is doing, we decided to make it different." We checked out both versions of the game to discover if Ryu Hayabusa really has been censored on the Sony system.
Though both games start off identically, when the action kicks in it does seem like the Xbox 360 version has the edge in terms of epic bloodletting. The graphic decapitations and limb severing are still in the PS3 version, but the vast sprays of blood have been toned down. Instead of seeing the red stuff pouring out of every wound, there is a purple mist that emanates from your fallen foes.
The difference is most noticeable in the sliced legs and head losses that frequently happen in the game, and gore lovers will no doubt miss the no-holds barred feeling of the 360 version. However, if you're not a gore fanatic, then you should be able to live with this, and at least in terms of gameplay, the PS3 version is identical to the Xbox 360 original.
Many people will also be wondering about the graphics in the PS3 version, but we're impressed with what we've seen from our preview build. Even at an early stage, Sigma 2 is looking like a visual treat on Sony's console. The environments are a feast for the eyes, and both the traditional Japanese huts and bustling skyline behind it show great attention to detail and look beautiful on PlayStation 3. We even noticed some awesome lighting effects in Sigma 2, with a cherry blossom tree at the start of the game looking vibrant and colourful, particularly in the gorgeous pink leaves that fall to the ground.
While Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 is still rock hard on the PS3, we can't wait to have another chance to play through the game. It's released on Playstation 3 this September, so keep your eyes on GameSpot for more on the game in the upcoming months.
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