Sometimes, Style is all it takes.
Although No More Heroes hasn't really accomplished anything new at a technical standpoint, it is still an incredibly smooth game. The Motion controls blend seamlessly into the combat, and I would be lying if I told you that I didn't stand to play it, just to over exaggerate my swings. Although the side jobs often felt just like the chores that really were, I still feel that they lent the game some charm.
The Graphics in NMH certainly pale in comparison to other next gen games, but the style in which they are presented Is unparalleled. All of the bosses have an incredibly unique feel, and just looking at some of them can serve to spur you into blood lust. Speaking of which, the amount of blood in the game is ridiculous, which may just be Suda-51 attempt at making up for all of the other blood-less Wii titles.
The in game sound is also quite stylized. Although to many it may seem dated, the retro 80's noises present throughout the game add even more to its charm. All of the characters are voiced fantastically, and the vicious hum of the beam katana makes
swinging it all the more fun.
The most compelling aspect of No More Heroes is the story. Although confusing and seemingly nonsensical, I can't help but think there is a lot of social commentary( although it is mostly transparent to me) . It is the story that will keep you slicing and dicing to the end and will of course leave you wanting a bit more.
If you own a Wii and are a fan of violence, it is imperative that you buy No More Heroes, its unique sense of style and humor combine to make a game that is truly a gem.