Kingdom of Paradise

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

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  • Summary: (Also known as "Key of Heaven") Kingdom of Paradise is an action-RPG title where players take the role of a young warrior outcast named Shinbu. When one of the five martial clans attempts to disrupt a peaceful balance of power within the land of Ohka, Shinbu seeks to defend his clan and(Also known as "Key of Heaven") Kingdom of Paradise is an action-RPG title where players take the role of a young warrior outcast named Shinbu. When one of the five martial clans attempts to disrupt a peaceful balance of power within the land of Ohka, Shinbu seeks to defend his clan and restore equal power to the five clans that once ruled the world. With more than 20 hours of gameplay, players will venture through vast, living worlds and battle mythical enemies in a quest to restore peace to Ohka. More than 150 sword attack styles are available and players can create unique fighting combos by customizing sword attacks and moves gained throughout the game. In Ad Hoc mode, custom-created sword skills can be shared with friends and players can battle in one-on-one matches. Special skills and defensive items, along with an exclusive sword, are available to download via Infrastructure mode. [SCEA]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 38
  3. Negative: 2 out of 38
  1. Cheat Code Central
    90
    This is definitely one of the best RPGs I've played this year.
  2. Gaming Age
    83
    Probably the best fully original title to hit Sony’ Portable since "Lumines." It’s a solid action RPG set against an old Eastern backdrop that bears a resemblance in style to Bioware’s "Jade Empire."
  3. Modojo
    80
    It has a few nagging issues that keep the welcome mat from being all wide open on the front doorstep, namely the lack of the block option or the ability to see the worlds around you. However, it is a rewarding adventure with an enriched battle system, mixed with upgradeable chi and adhoc/infrastructure support.
  4. Gaming Horizon
    78
    While Kingdom of Paradise does have several faults, the most hindering being the camera and the lack of a proper blocking mechanism, the game is still the best RPG on the PSP, and also one of the handheld’s better games.
  5. Deeko
    70
    The game almost seems to negate the use of combos at points, which is thanks, in large part, to the infuriatingly poor blocking system.
  6. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    67
    The story never really gets interesting, but the action-heavy combat system is fresh and gets more fun the longer you play. [Jan 2006, p.128]
  7. GameCritics
    40
    In between the unsatisfying battles and the go-nowhere story, there's a lot of searching for the right area or person that will trigger the next cutscene, and a lot of wandering back and forth for the sake of extending the game's playtime.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 4 out of 13
  1. NathanQ.
    Aug 30, 2007
    10
    Great game, tons of moves that you can put together to form your own combos and sweet spells for you to level up!
  2. Saber
    Dec 24, 2005
    10
    Awesome game, although brings some basic graphics, but the handheld screen hides that all, super animation, absolutely fantastic Kung-Fu Awesome game, although brings some basic graphics, but the handheld screen hides that all, super animation, absolutely fantastic Kung-Fu oriented gameplay and great oriental story, a must have for any handheld owner. I give it a perfect 10 !… Expand
  4. sinneroftheworld123foolycooly
    May 25, 2006
    10
    I was hooked to this game as soon as i started it. i gota admit the begining wasnt that great but wen i was able to do more [in a short I was hooked to this game as soon as i started it. i gota admit the begining wasnt that great but wen i was able to do more [in a short period of time] it was a blast!… Expand
  5. BenH.
    Dec 9, 2005
    9
    Very cool game. Only problem is that it takes a bit of patience before you actually start getting into some action. But if yu can handle the Very cool game. Only problem is that it takes a bit of patience before you actually start getting into some action. But if yu can handle the slow start and persist you will find this is probably one of the best titles on the PSP at the moment. Well done whoever made it. Im looking forward to Tenchu.. it is looking to be good.… Expand
  6. Jay
    Dec 28, 2005
    9
    Under rated. It was a very good game. The plot seems to jump around in places but it was still very nice and rather original. The fighting Under rated. It was a very good game. The plot seems to jump around in places but it was still very nice and rather original. The fighting system is pretty orignal and allows tons of expansion and variety. If you are a fan of action/rpg games a must have.… Expand
  7. Ack
    Nov 21, 2005
    8
    PRO: good graphics, smooth motion, cool combat system CON: long load times when moving to new areas, no "JUMP", kinda difficult at the beginning.
  8. ZemZ.
    Jun 28, 2007
    3
    This game should not be on the PSP. it wants to be a full fledged console game vut knew it would die if it was relesed on any other console. This game should not be on the PSP. it wants to be a full fledged console game vut knew it would die if it was relesed on any other console. the cut scenes go on forever & when they end you know less then you did in the begining. the plot twists are so pathetc i saw ever single one coming. the combat is dull & repetitive but & sadly the highlight of this game however it takes you a good half hour to get any uninterruptid time with it. also your objectivezs are vague, & ever single character is visualy unapealing. this is quit simply a bad game but if you're game starved, & very patient, you maybe able to sques a couple of drops of fun from this lemon of a game.… Expand

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#34 Best PSP Game of 2005
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#32 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2005
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#21 Most Shared PSP Game of 2005