Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner - Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army

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  • Summary: (Known in Japan as "Devil Summoner: Kuzunoha Raidou") Raidou Kuzunoha is a private detective in Japan's Taishou Period of the 1910s and 1920s, but he's much more than just a well-dressed crime scene investigator; he also has the power to capture and conjure demons to do his bidding. Take(Known in Japan as "Devil Summoner: Kuzunoha Raidou") Raidou Kuzunoha is a private detective in Japan's Taishou Period of the 1910s and 1920s, but he's much more than just a well-dressed crime scene investigator; he also has the power to capture and conjure demons to do his bidding. Take control of Raidou and his otherworldly companions, guide them through thrilling episodes of action and intrigue, and learn the incredible secrets of the Soulless Army. Detailed real-time combat sequence with swords, guns, combo attacks, and devilish helpers. Photorealistic graphics that transport the player to 1920s Japan. Puzzle-solving with the use of carefully chosen demonic powers. Character design by legendary illustrator Kazuma Kaneko. [Atlus]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. GameBrink
    93
    An extremely fun game. The gameplay is unique and plays fairly well, the cast is fantastic, and the visuals do the job. It’s filled with the addicting gameplay of the SMT series, yet provides a different enough type of game that it doesn’t feel like more of the same. [JPN Import]
  2. GameZone
    86
    It’s an action packed romp that has all the trappings of the Megaten series, but a bit less of the doom and gloom the series is known for.
  3. Digital Entertainment News
    85
    A solid, if silent, installment in the critically-acclaimed Shin Megami Tensei series, Devil Summoner delivers the goods but falls short of greatness.
  4. Game Informer
    75
    Unmistakably an SMT title: It still features the distinctive art of Kazuma Kaneko, demon fusion, and an atmospheric story. It may not have the gameplay or challenge that fans have come to expect, but it does a good job of taking small steps toward the mainstream without renouncing its roots.
  5. GameSpot
    73
    The newest installment in the Shin Megami Tensei series suffers from repetitive battles and a slow-rolling narrative, but its fascinating premise makes it worth a look.
  6. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    70
    A fairly average RPG, rescued from mediocrity by some unique mechanics, an oddball plot and the dozens of demons at youru disposal. [Apr 2007, p.81]
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  7. Game Revolution
    50
    It’s probably not the opus of the series, but it’s a good enough case to warrant further investigation.

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  1. TiagoRPGfan
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    i'm enjoyed it very much the game don't have a great graphics or have the best history but created a nwe way of RPG it's a challenger game.i'm enjoyed it very much the game don't have a great graphics or have the best history but created a nwe way of RPG it's a challenger game. much hard and i like this it's very good i recoommend it… Expand

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#53 Best PS2 Game of 2006
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#29 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2006