Crimson Tears

by Capcom

Product Features

• Choose from three different playable characters, all with special abilities and unique moves - one android and two human bio-weapons
• Dynamic martial arts system - collect items that open new moves, then customize your fighting technique
• Use strategy to face different types of enemies, from standard soldiers to walking biological weapons
• Collect items and weapons as you explore dungeons and defeat enemies, increasing your characters' abilities
• Wild weapons, ranging from swords and fighting gloves, to bazookas and flame throwers

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002A6CNM
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5 x 0.6 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: July 21, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,915 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Tokyo 2049. Three humanoid biological weapons must meet their destiny head on and fight for their future. Crimson Tears is a fast-paced futuristic 3D action game taking place in the high tech underworld of future Tokyo. Control the fate of three humanoid biological weapons: Amber, the twin blade samurai, Kadie, the mechanical eradicator, and Tokio, the steel gunslinger. Utilizing their advanced weapons training, these three futuristic rebels must enter a constantly shifting underground dimensional labyrinth and battle against hordes of mutant creatures. Rifts in time and space randomly generate level maps each time you enter. The battle for the future has begun

Key Features:

• Three playable characters--Each has unique special abilities and unique moves
  • Amber--An android who was created as a weapon; she is quick and skilled with close-range weapons, especially when wielding her twin swords
  • Kadie--A newly created humanoid biological weapon who is naïve due to her lack of experience; despite an innocent appearance she is very powerful and is a master at handling large weapons
  • Tokio--A quick-witted humanoid biological weapon who has a keen sense of justice; he is an expert with firearms and is especially adept with twin pistols
• Automatic "dungeon" creation system--The labyrinths are comprised of various "dungeons" which are based on futuristic conceptualizations of areas in Tokyo including sewers, subway stations and more with layouts, enemies, and items changing each time through
• Central home base--Various routes to the different dungeons can be accessed through a home base point where players can exchange items found in the labyrinth between the three main characters, expand their repertoire of moves and view various data
• Numerous enemy threats--Different kinds of enemies, which are also biological war weapons, appear in each dungeon, requiring strategic combinations of martial arts attacks and weapon-based combat for victory
• Customizable weapons and martial arts moves--The dynamic battle system involves collecting items to customize the arsenal of fighting moves and the various weapons
• Wide range of weapons--Swords, fighting gloves, bazookas, flame throwers and more
• Collect items and weapons--As players explore dungeons and defeat enemies, a variety of objects can be obtained and used to increase the characters' abilities

Product Description

Crimson Tears is futuristic 3D action that mixes a gripping story with suspense. Set in Tokyo in the year 2049, you'll become one of three "biological war weapons" who investigate a strange disaster that has crippled the city. As they piece things together, they'll learn that the answers to their questions lie with a secret groups called ARMA. With its distinctive 3D cel-shaded graphics, fast-paced cutscenes and wild sci-fi storyline, this game will thrill you every step of the way. Automatic dungeon creation system as you explore futuristic Tokyo sewers, subway stations and more -- enemies and items change each time you pass through

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PSO with a beefed up fighting system, July 30, 2004

By 

Gamer^3 "iori_yagami" - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Crimson Tears (Video Game)

First, before buying this game just think to yourself, "Did I like Phantasy Star Online or did I hate it?" If you liked PSO, buy this game now, if not, then avoid this game.

For anyone that cannot make a judgement on just that or never played PSo, here's a rundown...

The game consist of being able to pick from 3 characters...

Amber- A wicked fast fighter that is decently strong in hand-to-hand combat. But what her strength & defense lacks in, she makes up for in speed (and that fact that she can wield 2 swords at once, uber fun).

Kadie- Slower than Amber and not able to use any double weapons, but is also stronger in melee combat than the others. Her weapons are mostly close range with little reach, but her strength makes up for it.

Tokio- Not the best in close range, but he can use two guns at once, making him the best for ranged attacks. He's also the biggest character and lacks in speed from this.

In the game, you go around maze like levels fighting enemies until you reach the boss and beat that level. There are also side quest that help to lengthen the game.

It is a cel shaded game and the shading is done better than I have ever seen and that includes Viewtiful Joe's shading.

But if the game interest you from this review give it a try. The game is not easy, but it will challenge you, which is what you should want in a game.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic discovery..., July 18, 2006

By 

Sean Malowney (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Crimson Tears (Video Game)

I bought this game as a bargain-bin type find at the local Fry's. And now that I've taken it home, geez, it makes me wonder why we even need PS3 when so much good PS2 content can be had for a few bucks.

This game is fantastic. I generally don't like Action RPGs as much as turn-based RPGs. However, the great BGM combined with quick, satisfying game play won me over. It also features random regenerating levels. There is so much replay value here, I played the first stage like 10 times before even going to stage 2.

Very fun game, thrashing bad guys in a familiar neo-Tokyo setting. Who needs a plot?

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The future meets anime, March 24, 2005

By 

Timothy W. Munday "anime and game otaku" - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Crimson Tears (Video Game)

This game has beautiful cel shaded anime cut scenes, decent voice acting and cool character designs.
If you enjoy dungeon crawlers, leveling up, and anime; then you will love this game.