Set in a fictional wild west, you are Jean, a fighting master with a mysterious power called "God Hand" and every low-life in town wants it for themselves. The action is full-on as you create custom combos from 115 kicks and punches and take them to the streets, fighting an army of brawlers, while a tension gauge lets you unleash God Hand's power, making you all but unstoppable. From the off this is a difficult game, which may put some people off, though generous checkpoints compensate. Mastering God Hand requires patience but there's so much twisted fun to be had (reading pornography to power up, anyone?) that it's worth it. This is excellent and challenging street-fighting action, with depth and a dark sense of humour. Well worth it if you have the patience, though definately not for everyone. [Dave Cook]