this was one of the most soulful games ive ever played. the city of kamurocho is crime-ridden, dark, and brooding, yet it's still oozing with life and personality. the oppressive atmosphere does major favors for the story, and the simple yet effective themes of family bonds and choosing your own fate just heighten the narrative even more.

while the combat is admittedly very clunky and the camera controls are really annoying, i find it to be endearing rather than a hindrance, and it all just works towards making this a really good game. the story is a pretty basic crime thriller but it has beautiful moments like the scene with date and his daughter that set it apart from most stories in its genre.

overall, its a really damn genuine, down-to-earth game overflowing with charm with a well-thought out narrative and engaging characters.