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Platform: PLAYSTATION 3 | Edition: Standard Edition
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Sleeping Dogs is a gritty and visceral open-world cop drama set in the vibrant city of Hong Kong.
Sleeping Dogs catapults players into the role of undercover cop Wei Shen, tasked with taking down one of the world’s most fearsome criminal organisations from the inside... the Hong Kong Triads. As players explore the bustling and crowded Hong Kong island, through its neon-lit side streets and sprawling street markets, an incredible story unfolds of loyalty and betrayal, where Wei begins to question his own motives as he is sucked in deeper than he could ever imagine.
Offering players an island packed with action, every street corner, market stall, harbour dock or city skyscraper can become an opportunity for intense shoot-outs, adrenaline-fuelled street races and intense, brutal martial arts combat. Featuring one of the most intuitive and imaginative combat systems, Sleeping Dogs empowers players to perform an extensive set of martial arts moves, singlehandedly taking on numerous opponents. Players perform bone-crunching kicks and combos, vicious counters and a cinematic set of environmental takedowns making use of countless real-world items from circular saws to phone booths, incinerators to refrigerator doors.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By P. Perry
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard Edition
Fun:
4.0 out of 5 stars
I pre-ordered this game and recieved it the day it came out (which I rarely do) and I'm still only about half way through the story! Set in Hong Kong it has a completely different take on city life than the likes of GTA IV (which is certainly showing its age nowadays). The gameplay is also much improved to Square Enix's previous foray into the open-world genre - Just Cause 2. It is smoother, faster and looks very impressive. I would probably go as far as saying its a strong merge of the Uncharted series with GTA IV. Improving on both as well as giving it an entirely new setting. The fighting is simple, fast paced and extremely satisfying. So much so that I didnt even fire a weapon until I had racked up 3 hours of gameplay! One particular thing I was impressed with was how money is used in the game. Everything is proportionate and although I've managed to rack up a million HK dollars so far, I could quite easily blow the lot on a couple of supercars. Hong Kong is massive probably about the same map size as GTA IV, maybe a little bigger but there is plenty more to do. I'm constantly getting distracted by the side missions when driving to a story mission. I could go a week and only progress through one mission its that varied and interesting! The game is challenging but not so much that it makes you turn off. All in all very good. On a side note - just downloaded Just Cause 2 (Square Enix again) and I'm having a whale of a time. Square Enix are the publishers to watch, particularly with Hitman Absolution. If you've got this far thanks for reading!
41 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard Edition
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
I cannot praise this game enough. Sleeping Dogs is the first open world game in a long while for me that has provided everything it said it would, the story is very entertaining, gripping and makes you want to keep playing as you dive deeper and deeper into Hong Kong's dirty underbelly as undercover cop Wei Shen. One big highlight for me is the combat system which makes SD stand out above over open world games, (GTA, Saints Row etc.) as a martial artist you are able to pull off many beautiful visually, appealing moves which makes it that much more satisfying when you win against a handful of enemies. As you continue through the game you are able to upgrade new moves which help you gain a big edge over your enemies.
But hang on there, aside from the main storyline there is still much to do in the form of cases (you are a cop after all), favours for citizens and allies around the city and races; which you unlock when you buy better and faster vehicles (which there are an over-abundance of). Also including fight clubs which range in difficulty and will test your skills as a fighter.
The voice acting is brilliant and the characters involved in the storyline are actually interesting giving the player another incentive to continue playing. I hope I've sold SD to whoever is reading and if you've played it I hope you agree with me. But I guess in the end personal experiences when playing video games always vary between players so please tell me what you thought of the game as it's my personal pick for best game of 2012. WELL DONE SQUARE ENIX!!!
But hang on there, aside from the main storyline there is still much to do in the form of cases (you are a cop after all), favours for citizens and allies around the city and races; which you unlock when you buy better and faster vehicles (which there are an over-abundance of). Also including fight clubs which range in difficulty and will test your skills as a fighter.
The voice acting is brilliant and the characters involved in the storyline are actually interesting giving the player another incentive to continue playing. I hope I've sold SD to whoever is reading and if you've played it I hope you agree with me. But I guess in the end personal experiences when playing video games always vary between players so please tell me what you thought of the game as it's my personal pick for best game of 2012. WELL DONE SQUARE ENIX!!!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Inspector Gadget
VINE™ VOICE
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard Edition
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
In many ways GTA has been dethroned by this game. Sleeping Dogs is a lot of fun, and seriously addictive. It may lack the complete freedom of GTA IV (no flying vehicles available), which I guess is still considered the benchmark for open world video games even 5 years on, but Sleeping Dogs is far, far more refined with superior graphics and details, as well as featuring a much more likeable protagonist.
As I began to play I felt that the game was very similar to the True Crime games. I later learned that it was actually planned as True Crime: Hong Kong, before Activision cancelled it and passed it over to Square Enix who continued to develop it as a new title. So this really is the 'spiritual second sequel' to True Crime that we never got, and I have been accidentally referring to it as such. As far as I am concerned it is.
The game stars Wei Shen as an undercover cop raised in California who returns to Hong Kong to infiltrate the mob. It's full of cliches but is highly entertaining and never once boring. There are a variety of missions including gunfights, fist fights, foot chases, car chases, boat chases, espionage, as well as multiple side missions and upgrades. Highly addictive stuff indeed. And bloody too, very, very bloody. Believe me, the game justifies the age restriction without ever seeming forced.
I do have some complaints, like not being able to hail taxis and missing them every time you dash for them. Also there never any cars to hijack when you need them, meaning you'll have to run up the street hoping to block the way of a passing vehicle. The radio stations are not as humorous as GTA, but there are some nice tunes on there.... Read more ›
As I began to play I felt that the game was very similar to the True Crime games. I later learned that it was actually planned as True Crime: Hong Kong, before Activision cancelled it and passed it over to Square Enix who continued to develop it as a new title. So this really is the 'spiritual second sequel' to True Crime that we never got, and I have been accidentally referring to it as such. As far as I am concerned it is.
The game stars Wei Shen as an undercover cop raised in California who returns to Hong Kong to infiltrate the mob. It's full of cliches but is highly entertaining and never once boring. There are a variety of missions including gunfights, fist fights, foot chases, car chases, boat chases, espionage, as well as multiple side missions and upgrades. Highly addictive stuff indeed. And bloody too, very, very bloody. Believe me, the game justifies the age restriction without ever seeming forced.
I do have some complaints, like not being able to hail taxis and missing them every time you dash for them. Also there never any cars to hijack when you need them, meaning you'll have to run up the street hoping to block the way of a passing vehicle. The radio stations are not as humorous as GTA, but there are some nice tunes on there.... Read more ›
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By ABZ
Platform for Display:PLAYSTATION 3|Edition:Standard Edition
Fun:
4.0 out of 5 stars
S T O R Y
You play as Wei Shen, an undercover cop for the HKPD tasked with infiltrating a powerful Triad clan. Wei's role as a cop is to dismantle the Sun On Yee's organisation from within and fight against Hong Kong's Triad dominance. Things are not as easy as it seems, as Wei's loyalty will be tested by obeying the codes of his Triad's brethren, but also not forgetting that his true path remains with serving justice to Hong Kong's crime underbelly.
Wei's journey is powerful and the conflict within the Sun On Yee is a strong aspect. Wei has presence whenever he is in the spotlight, and there are plenty of connections that link him to some of Hong Kong's nasty individuals.
G R A P H I C S & S O U N D
Hong Kong is an incredibly immersive world, divided into a number of districts, jazzed up by its bright lights. The vibrant neon-lit style of the city is the strongest component throughout the experience. The artists have done an amazing job creating Wei Shen's playground. At first glance, the map size may seem underwhelming, but it serves the needs of the campaign extremely well. Each district within Hong Kong carries its own identity. The slums and working districts linger around the harbour areas, home to dangerous hobos and rotting shacks.
The Sun On Yee Triad are a mean looking bunch and this is further exemplified by the stylistic character models. Wei displays great tattoo design, smothering his torso and arms. Add some cool outfits and players can create some outrageous fashion motifs. Animations are fluid and Wei reacts with surrounding environment in a competent fashion. The combat animations are extremely slick in motion, and the environmental are not only brutal, but the violent pay off is pretty awesome.... Read more ›
You play as Wei Shen, an undercover cop for the HKPD tasked with infiltrating a powerful Triad clan. Wei's role as a cop is to dismantle the Sun On Yee's organisation from within and fight against Hong Kong's Triad dominance. Things are not as easy as it seems, as Wei's loyalty will be tested by obeying the codes of his Triad's brethren, but also not forgetting that his true path remains with serving justice to Hong Kong's crime underbelly.
Wei's journey is powerful and the conflict within the Sun On Yee is a strong aspect. Wei has presence whenever he is in the spotlight, and there are plenty of connections that link him to some of Hong Kong's nasty individuals.
G R A P H I C S & S O U N D
Hong Kong is an incredibly immersive world, divided into a number of districts, jazzed up by its bright lights. The vibrant neon-lit style of the city is the strongest component throughout the experience. The artists have done an amazing job creating Wei Shen's playground. At first glance, the map size may seem underwhelming, but it serves the needs of the campaign extremely well. Each district within Hong Kong carries its own identity. The slums and working districts linger around the harbour areas, home to dangerous hobos and rotting shacks.
The Sun On Yee Triad are a mean looking bunch and this is further exemplified by the stylistic character models. Wei displays great tattoo design, smothering his torso and arms. Add some cool outfits and players can create some outrageous fashion motifs. Animations are fluid and Wei reacts with surrounding environment in a competent fashion. The combat animations are extremely slick in motion, and the environmental are not only brutal, but the violent pay off is pretty awesome.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
ha ha... great fun!!
its a slick GTA clone that has a much better fighting engine and moves - like Jet Li in hong kong KICKING ASS!!
Can get a bit boring in places .. just for me anyway.. Read more
Can get a bit boring in places .. just for me anyway.. Read more
Published 1 day ago by elliot davidson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great
Thoroughly enjoyed Sdogs and can't believe a lot of people have never played it. Value for money and if your a Fan of GTA buy this game.
Published 8 days ago by cstew
1.0 out of 5 stars
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
Here we go again GTA 69 how many people will buy this crap I remember playing batman Arkhangelsk asylum that game is totally crap in a very similar way to this game . Read more
Published 9 days ago by GamesMasterForLife
3.0 out of 5 stars
This game is ok
In my opinion this doesnt even come close to any of the GTA Series, but its quite ok!
The major thing i didnt like about it was the weird handling of the cars.
The major thing i didnt like about it was the weird handling of the cars.
Published 13 days ago by Fehrrmann
5.0 out of 5 stars
A True Crime If You MIss This
Sleeping Dogs different but in a good way. One of the best if not the best open world game I have played.
The storyline is alright I suppose but the gameplay blows you off. Read more
The storyline is alright I suppose but the gameplay blows you off. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Lj
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Game
If you like GTA and you fancy a similar thing but without guns too much then this is the game for you
Published 1 month ago by Mr C D Taylor
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brutal Fun
"Sleeping Dogs" manages to be a game without a single trace of innovation or any sense of personality and still be an amazingly fun experience. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Joao Cardeira Jorge
4.0 out of 5 stars
Going bonkers in Honkers....
Having really enjoyed Yakuza 4, I thought I'd channel my Hong Kong gangster this time with a bit of Sleeping Dog action. Read more
Published 1 month ago by tallpete33
5.0 out of 5 stars
what a gem
this game is a hiddem delight, it is hours of well designed game play and well crafted stories. If you like GTA or assasins creed or Red Dead, this is something you will love.
Published 1 month ago by chris cotton
4.0 out of 5 stars
Its fine
Purchased it as a gift for my boy so I don't know much about these games, however, when I asked......... I was told it was good........ but not as good as GTA......... : )
Published 1 month ago by Coll
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