Heavy Rain: The Origani Killer: New Images

Heavy Rain: The Origami Killer

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe

Developer: Quantic Dream

Genre: Mystery Thriller

Rating: Rating Pending

Releases: Fall 2008

Plot

The game will be a very dark film noir thriller that has mature themes without any supernatural elements. The game will be its own and will not have any relations to the game Fahrenheit a game that they're known for. In North America it's formally known as Indigo Prophecy that was published by Atari.

Plot of the demo

In the demo a young woman (Aurélie Brancilhon) comes into a white room. Her name is Mary Smith, aged 24, and she has come to audition for a part in an upcoming film titled Heavy Rain. Asked about her acting background, she admits that she has only had minor parts because she is often seen as unfit for major roles: "Too tall, too short, wrong hair... There's always something wrong with me!" The male speaker (now known to be the director) asks if she has her lines down, to which she says yes. A male assistant raises the clapperboard for Heavy Rain to start filming Mary's audition.

When he lowers it again, the set has changed entirely to a small kitchen in which Mary begins a monologue. She talks to the camera and addresses it as being the character of her husband, with whom she once had an ideal, romantic marriage. However, she started to notice little things about him that were indicators that he was cheating on her. One time after he left his office, she followed him to be sure, and watched in shock as he stopped at a seedy hotel to meet with another woman. Crushed and heartbroken, Mary explains how she went home and cried in sorrow as she stands dejectedly over the kitchen sink, lightning bursting outside the window. Reaching into the sink, she monologues how she took their gun from the bedside table; on the set, she produces a revolver from inside the sink. Holding the gun to her head and shedding a tear, she says that life is cruel to make her cope with such horror - but she has a change of heart, as she wasn't the one who was cheating. She sits back in her chair, saying how she waited patiently for her husband to come home. When he got there, she merely stood up and took aim in his direction (and has just stood and aimed at the camera). She playfully acknowledges that her husband likely believes she doesn't have the courage to pull the trigger, but her mind has been made up; she wants to make an example of him, and show that women refuse to tolerate such behavior. With a final goodbye, she pulls the trigger, accompanied by another great flash of lightning.

Suddenly, the viewer sees once again the demo where Mary stands back in the empty white set, holding her fingers in the shape of a gun. She smiles and asks how her performance was, happy that she has a chance. Upon Mary's exit, the male assistant expresses his interest in her acting abilities to the director; in a bit of irony, the director says that there was no point in auditioning her, as she is too tall for the role (2.1).

Articles

Heavy Rain Interview

Posted: June 6, 2006

This is how the demo became to be and the specs. like resolutions etc.

New Images

Videos

The Casting (ageia)

This is a video demonstration of what the PlayStation 3 can do.

The Casting (Game Trailers)

Posted: May 12, 2006

This is just a video demonstrating what the PlayStation 3 is able to do with the Heavy Rain exclusive video game. This is the same video just in case some people think the last video wasn't clear on your computer screen.

Facial Mo Cap Video

Posted: Oct. 8, 2007

This is the mo cap alone without any video to go along with it.

Casting of the Technology Demo

Posted: Oct. 8, 2007

This is the mo cap with the actual video footage playing alongside it.

My Thoughts

This game is looking really amazing and has gone under the radar and would've been in my top ten. The only reason it wasn't because I thought there would be too much games in one genre. The the subtitle name that's a possible name that hasn't been confirmed yet so it can change.So far looking at the demo now it still looks a little off when it comes to the mouth which I'm sure will be done a lot better. Even with that said it is by far the best looking movie like game I've seen running in game engine. The tech demo will have nothing to do with the story and was eventually made for E3 2006 which was the most talked about game when shown. This demo reminds me of Getaway and how real that world looked. The tech that is behind the demonstration includes full body / facial motion capture, real-time tears / wrinkles on the face, advanced skin shades, and some advanced rendering features, such as depth of field, spherical harmonics, auto exposure and high dynamic range rendering. This is according to wikipedia's article. I just want to hear more details about this game because it's kept in closed doors for so long.

Mental Note: This was my blog and I ported it over to the forums plus I most likely won't respond for a while it's late down here.

I added the IGN interview because someone who commented doesn't think it's actually in-game engine and that's about it from the original post.

No matter how this turns out, it's a first day purchase for me. I love Indigo Prophecy and I'll love Heavy Rain. Quantic Dream is one developer that is truly trying to turn games into living and breathing films.BioShockOwnz

That's the whole reason why I'm buying it. Quantic Dream is really great, I'm sure they won't let this game down at all. Can't wait to play it.

It's a must buy for me. I can't wait for this game. I hope it will be released Fall 2008...

Is it confirmed that it will be released Fall 2008? I can't find info on the site.

Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,moshakirby

It should be good then if we can't even imagine it.

It's a must buy for me. I can't wait for this game. I hope it will be released Fall 2008...

Is it confirmed that it will be released Fall 2008? I can't find info on the site.

Pathaway

It was said in an IGN interview that it will be released in the fall of 2008.

Heavy Rain? Is that anything like Chubby Rain?

Someone call Bowfinger!

Thanks for the info.... I have been looking forward to the game ever sine it was announce.

Is a definite buy from me... Since I enjoy their last game (Fahrenheit aka Indigo Prophecy) so much.

Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,moshakirby

lol, interesting that you think that because there was this person in real life that was called the Zodiac Killer. The Zodiac Killer was never caought but left a lot of clues for police to figure out. Only one of the three or four he sent was solved. With the name "origami" this is the ancient Japanese art of folding paper. That must be due to the origami that's in the poster but I highly think the name is that literal. It's most likely more mediphorical since it's a mystery thriller and mystery thrillers always have some sort of twist to them. I thinks this name is better than Halo, killzone, or assassin because they're literal. With this title I don't think it'll be that way but I can be wrong since nothing is released. A story is as good as it's name even better. Another good title is I Am Legend how can you be a legend if everyone is dead? So now the question here is how does the art of folding paper (orogami) fit into killing?

[QUOTE="moshakirby"]Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,Some_One_Plays

So now the question here is how does the art of folding paper (orogami) fit into killing?

You'll never know... The twist it world of a killer is very hard to understand. Take Hannibal Lecter for example. :P

Heavy Rain? Is that anything like Chubby Rain?

Someone call Bowfinger!

CrimsonpugTwo

lol

That movie kicks ass, I remember I was on a date and I lmao at the movie theaterand the girl was like "WTF?? that's not funny" so yeah, I didn't call her back.

i'll keep an eye on it, but i don't like the hunt for hyper-ealistic graphics. The more realistic, the more you see that something is missing. The people look like the UNDEAD.... Uncanny valley to the max.Always-Honest

So you're saying there's no point into creating something realistic because eventually people will pick out the elements that make it look like a game? It's like saying Shrek, Boewolf, and Final Fantasy were just a was of time because you'll never get it apsolutely perfect. Veriaty is the spice of life even if it doesn't look spot on the fact a game can get close it good enough. There will always be flaws in video games no matter how realistic or non-realistic the game is. I think you're over analizing video games too much when they say they're striving for realism. Remember now it's a video game not real life so it's ok if the video game dosen't look exactly like real life because it isn't.

[QUOTE="moshakirby"]Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,Some_One_Plays

lol, interesting that you think that because there was this person in real life that was called the Zodiac Killer. The Zodiac Killer was never caought but left a lot of clues for police to figure out. Only one of the three or four he sent was solved. With the name "origami" this is the ancient Japanese art of folding paper. That must be due to the origami that's in the poster but I highly think the name is that literal. It's most likely more mediphorical since it's a mystery thriller and mystery thrillers always have some sort of twist to them. I thinks this name is better than Halo, killzone, or assassin because they're literal. With this title I don't think it'll be that way but I can be wrong since nothing is released. A story is as good as it's name even better. Another good title is I Am Legend how can you be a legend if everyone is dead? So now the question here is how does the art of folding paper (orogami) fit into killing?

wow it sounds like you really thought this through. i just think it sounds like a cool title.

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[QUOTE="moshakirby"]Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,Thomas-Crown

So now the question here is how does the art of folding paper (orogami) fit into killing?

You'll never know... The twist it world of a killer is very hard to understand. Take Hannibal Lecter for example. :P

I can imagine a couple of scenarios on how the origami take part... being the strongest thisone: it's the signature of the killer. Kinda like the jigsaw piece was for the jigsaw killer in Saw.

its not a buy because i havent seen gameplay footage yetchex81

I don't think you understand that was a demo to demonstrate the direction they want to go using the actual PlayStation 3's engine. So that's how the game would look if you were playing it at that point of the development process. A good example is Halo 3's video at E3 when Master Chief walked from the dest looking into the distance. That's supose to get you into the story as well show you what the engine can do. You most likely think critically about everything and always second guess yourself before doing anything.

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[QUOTE="moshakirby"]Rain kills origami? Well that's a surprise, a totally un-imaginative title means an un-imaginative game,americahellyeah

lol, interesting that you think that because there was this person in real life that was called the Zodiac Killer. The Zodiac Killer was never caought but left a lot of clues for police to figure out. Only one of the three or four he sent was solved. With the name "origami" this is the ancient Japanese art of folding paper. That must be due to the origami that's in the poster but I highly think the name is that literal. It's most likely more mediphorical since it's a mystery thriller and mystery thrillers always have some sort of twist to them. I thinks this name is better than Halo, killzone, or assassin because they're literal. With this title I don't think it'll be that way but I can be wrong since nothing is released. A story is as good as it's name even better. Another good title is I Am Legend how can you be a legend if everyone is dead? So now the question here is how does the art of folding paper (orogami) fit into killing?

wow it sounds like you really thought this through. i just think it sounds like a cool title.

lol, no I just usually try to wonder why people do certain things so when it goes to tiltes sometimes you can get into the person's head a little. Plus it's part of my personality I do it without even knowing at times.

Is this a game or a simulator? Where's the gameplay?

Is this a game or a simulator? Where's the gameplay?

mountain_duwe

It's a tech demo using the PlayStation 3's in-game engine so technicallly that can be game play.

Fantastic info, written professionally and with proper mind set established. I'm also keeping an eye on this development as it has tons of potential.

I was very impressed by Mary's acting and how they were able to express her emotions in actual image. It shocked me, It wasn't a real person in front of the screen, but nevertheless very believable visually.

My favourite part has to be a suspense and a trill of uncertain await. Great trillers/suspense/horror of old times are able to literary make you glued to a screen awaiting "what will happen next".

As Alfred Hitchcock once said: "There is no fear in the bang! But in the anticipation of it".

This title seems to lean towards more of a psychological testing and morales of human emotions.

I'm looking forward to it.

Thank you for great information.

I think she's too short for the part.AnFangs_Endes

I think she is the wrong gender for the part!

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Is this a game or a simulator? Where's the gameplay?

Some_One_Plays

It's a tech demo using the PlayStation 3's in-game engine so technicallly that can be game play.

So we're to assume that pre-render is gameplay?

[QUOTE="AnFangs_Endes"]I think she's too short for the part.Krigon

I think she is the wrong gender for the part!

Exactly! We need a transvestite for the part!

Great minds think alike.

[QUOTE="Some_One_Plays"][QUOTE="mountain_duwe"]

Is this a game or a simulator? Where's the gameplay?

AnFangs_Endes

It's a tech demo using the PlayStation 3's in-game engine so technicallly that can be game play.

So we're to assume that pre-render is gameplay?

Lol, it isn't pre-rendered I'll put up the interview and so people will know it isn't prerendered and actual in-game engine.

It is kind of early to say whether or not it will be a buy. I am definitely interested in the game, just need to see more of the details about the game before I decide.HideoFox

This developer is like Konami to me I hardly seen Metal Gear Solid 4 being controled by someone and it already got me hyped. Since those guys never dissapointed anyone with any game so far so their reputation is really high like Epic Games.

Im interested in this game. looks to have alot of potential story-wise but we need some gameplay before we can start hyping.

I don't care how good the graphics are, they need to get the animation down better. The mouth movements look scary as hell!-Sniper99-

This was done in 2006 and had less than three months to do it. So something like that will most likely be fixed by the time the game is done. Plus that isn't part of the final game they did that to test the machine.

Im interested in this game. looks to have alot of potential story-wise but we need some gameplay before we can start hyping.

Blitz_Nemesis

Did you play their last game?