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Half-Minute Hero
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 26 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Xseed Games
Developer: Opus
Genre(s): Role-Playing Game
Players: 4
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older)
Release Date: October 13, 2009
Summary
As the last wandering sage and final hope for humanity, it is up to the protagonist to somehow transcend time and death to unite these legends and their unique powers in one last battle against the ultimate evil lord. Fast-paced Action for Instant Gratification - A fresh new way to play games, clearing stages in 30-second intervals. Four Completely Different and Unique Game Play Modes - Four distinct storylines and modes that encompass an action RPG, a shooter, an escort mission, and a strategy game, keep the gameplay fresh and varied. [Xseed]
What The Critics Said
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Play Magazine
Half-Minute Hero is an example of what gaming can be when games are at their best; simple in concept, carefully crafted in design, and utterly excellent in execution.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
It's a great spin on a tired formula, with some fantastic art design and a quality soundtrack to go along with it. Definitely pick this one up and you won't be disappointed.
Read Full Review >The Onion (A.V. Club)
Timing is the key to comedy, after all, and few games are as well-timed as this one.
Read Full Review >Gamer Limit
A charming, self-deprecating, retro-steeped homage to classic gameplay conventions set to a rockin' speed metal soundtrack. At only ten hours, the ride is short, but each second of gameplay is packed with an immediacy unmatched in current games on any console.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
The title's bite-sized action will hook you right from the start, and once you start playing, this is really one of those games that's extremely difficult to put down (especially since you know that the next level is only 30 seconds long).
Read Full Review >Destructoid
If you love RPGs, you'll love Half-Minute Hero. If you don't love RPGs, you may still love Half-Minute Hero. Fans of the genre will love the jokes and parody, while haters of the genre may love it for the very same reasons. Even moreso, the puzzling gameplay is addictive and perfectly suited for portable play.
Read Full Review >GameCritics
It's extremely smart, has a great sense of humor, a bold design and fantastic art direction.
Read Full Review >GamePro
Half-Minute Hero is an absolute blast, and a decidedly original (and hilarious) take on the fantasy RPG genre.
Read Full Review >Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
Though many of Half-Minute Hero's whopping 120-plus quests fly by in the blink of an eye, you'll get a ton of mileage and many hours of enjoyment out of this gem. [Dec 2009, p.84]
IGN
If you like RPGs, Half-Minute Hero is a refreshing take that mixes in all the quirks the genre is known for, and if you've never been into RPGs, it's light enough for any noob to get behind and enjoy; plus, there are a bunch of other gameplay types to get behind the controls of.
Read Full Review >GameTrailers
Half-Minute Hero moves like a bullet train, with non-stop laughs and light speed gameplay. There's more depth to it than you'd expect, but its bite-sized chunks make it great to play in short bursts. If you've ever wanted your RPGs to pick up the pace, don't pass this one by.
Read Full Review >Gamer 2.0
Half-Minute Hero does a great job of being a refreshing experience that combines unique takes on four very different genres to tell an epic story into one of the most interesting PSP games we’ve played in a long time.
Read Full Review >Digital Chumps
Half-Minute Hero is a stunning example of why all games don’t have to follow the same rules, but, even with as much as I loved playing it, I'm well aware of its limited appeal.
Read Full Review >Playstation Universe
Half-Minute Hero is a throwback to the 8-bit RPG genre coupled with a unique take that only feels possible on the PSP. Some of the game modes on offer leave a lot to be desired, however.
Read Full Review >Kombo
Simply put, Half-Minute Hero is the perfect game to take on the go. You can play in very short spurts, or you can sit down and play for a good hour and still feel satisfied either way.
Read Full Review >1UP
Though once you get sucked in, it's hard not to search for the absolute fastest path out. After all, it's only 30 seconds, right?
Read Full Review >Game Informer
Half Minute Hero doesn't attempt to deliver a full RPG experience, but fans of the genre will appreciate its sense of humor and the developer’s obvious appreciation of the games it parodies.
Read Full Review >Absolute Games
Half-Minute Hero is brilliant parody of genre clichés, sped up 10000 times. It will take you just a couple of tram stops to save the world twice, break the analog nub, and learn to value time.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
This unique role-playing game's spritely charm and frantic pace will delight you for far longer than its title suggests.
Read Full Review >RPGamer
Half-Minute Hero is a terrific game, and PSP owners would be remiss to pass it up.
Read Full Review >Modojo
Half-Minute Hero will take you several hours to beat, and while some of the objectives can be a grind (especially in Evil Lord 30), boredom never becomes an issue.
Read Full Review >ZTGameDomain
If you are looking for an easy RPG the game is definitely for you, but if you want something a little more challenging I would stay away from this one. I feel there are a lot better games the PSP has to offer, that are out or on the way out.
Read Full Review >Games Radar (in-house)
At its best, Half Minute Hero is equal parts love letter and roast to the beloved RPG genre with a sprinkling of pop-culture references and self deprecation. It's definitely one of the most original games we've played on the PSP even if it is a short trip.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
It's not long, it's not deep, but sometimes that's just what you need: a fun – albeit short – hit to keep you going.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 9.5 (out of 10) based on 4 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
