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Einhander
Generally favorable reviews
Based on 14 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Developer: Square Soft
Genre(s): Action, Shooter
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: May 6, 1998
Summary
Einhander is the most technologically advanced shooter ever created and charged with Square Soft's state of the art 3D design and imagination. You're a suicide pilot with loyalties to the moon. Your mission is to fly deep into Earth territory, gather valuable recon, engage the enemy, capture weapons and ammunition. There is no final objective, no return vector. The Moon must survive and you must fight until the end. [SCEA]
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What The Critics Said
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Gaming Age
A masterful game. It is a game with non-stop action and can be pretty tough at times. All of this is combined with just enough of a brainwork requirement to make this game more interactive, hence more enjoyable.
Read Full Review >netjak
The graphics in Einhander are stunning. Before this I'd never seen 3D move so swiftly...Great graphics, high difficulty, lots of secrets, breathtaking CG, variety, and a killer soundtrack. There is honestly nothing more than I want out of a shooter than Einhander gives.
Read Full Review >Da Gameboyz
Einhander is one of those games you never want to get rid of, because no matter how good you think you are, it's always a challenge. Combined with the audio and visual elements of this game, Einhander is nothing short of a great gaming experience!
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central Platinum
Aside from the high level of difficulty (which let’s face it, is pretty common in these sorts of games) there isn’t anything I don’t like about Einhander. Gameplay based on fast reaction times, weapon choice and nerves of steel can’t be a bad thing. This game gets your blood pumping just like "RE2" does, except for different reasons.
Read Full Review >Electronic Gaming Monthly
GamePro
The foot-tapping techno music tracks accompany each stage perfectly, and the sound effects shine with a plethora of explosions and other sounds of destruction.
Read Full Review >PSM Magazine
Great graphics, tight control, amazing sound.
TotalGames.net
This really is classic stuff. Most games of this ilk can be effortlessly breezed through within a couple of goes, but not this monster. Despite having ten continues as standard, you''ll lose them within the first three levels -- leaving vast chunks of unexplored terrain that''ll have you begging for extra credits. [JPN Import]
Read Full Review >IGN
Not only did Square 'rekindle' the side-scrolling genre with Einhander, but it has literally surpassed and set the standard - it's one of the best shooters I have ever played.
Read Full Review >GMR Magazine
"Einhander" is German for "awesome 2D shooter that should have sold way more that it did." That, or "one-handed." We're not sure. [Feb 2003, p.97]
Absolute Playstation
A really top of the line shooter. I haven't had this much fun with a game of this type since "Nanotek Warriors". The graphics are gorgeous, the sound effects effective and the level design and missions a blast to play through.
Read Full Review >All Game Guide
Hands down the BEST side scrolling shooter to come out in the post 16-bit era of video gaming. It has everything going for it: relentless action, beautiful graphics, tons of highly detailed levels, different ships, awesome weapons and an incredible challenge that will keep you coming back for more.
Read Full Review >Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
Bristling with style, Square's space shooter is a classic in the genre. The gameplay is fast and furious, and the background graphics look stunning even today. [Nov 2001, p.43] Einhander's huling bosses will blow your mind.
GameSpot
And while the fruit of its efforts may not be the miracle this genre needs for a complete revival, it's just about as good as shooters get.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.8 (out of 10) based on 13 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Lord Violator gave it a10:
The most awesome side scroller shooter i have ever played.
Will G. gave it a10:
I disagree with Roger. Personally, I think this game has great playability and is full of action. Although a little slow, Einhander adds a dimension of gameplay that is not easily utilized. On another note, this game is unique in its own way, so classifying it by genre is already pitting it against games that are almost completely different.
Antoine S. gave it a10:
Wonderful game, by Squaresoft. The graphics, the gameplay, the atmosphere - it has everything good going for it. For shooter fans it is a must have as it is easily one of the best shooters of all time.
Darth I. gave it a10:
Best game ever, second only to SMRPG.
J L gave it a6:
Overated!
Paulo R. gave it a10:
The only thing left to make einhander a super game is: the second part, please do it make a continuation for einhander. I am brasiliam and did not see or reard nothing about this. thank you.
Joshua A. gave it a10:
Where do i buy the game?ebgames.i love give this game 100million stars.
