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	GameSpy.com - Reviews: Shadow Hearts (PS2)
		Shadow Hearts' mix of old school gameplay with modern thinking is a welcome breath of fresh air.
		Shadow Hearts also bestows upon you the title of Harmonixer, which gives you the power to fuse into over 20 different monsters at the drop of a hat.
		Shadow Hearts' sub-quests are usually of the delivery boy type, although a few hunt and discover games are included as well.
	archive.gamespy.com /reviews/january02/shadowheartsps2 (559 words)

	Shadow Hearts Review for PlayStation 2 - Gaming Age (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Shadow Hearts sports a great theme and cast created in great depth and with great interest, as many of the more amateurish RPGs are, with a game stapled in somewhat haphazardly to provide justification for its existence.
		Shadow Hearts, fortunately, has very little voice acting, and what is present is oddly split between Japanese (battle cries) and English (certain FMVs/cutscenes, and Margaret's specials).
		Shadow Hearts is a slick once-through experience, with a novel theme and some great moments, but in the end it's just a very good rental.
	www.gaming-age.com /cgi-bin/reviews/review.pl?sys=ps2&game=shadow (2243 words)

	AllRPG.com - Shadow Hearts: Covenant - Review (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant, here by referred to as Shadow Hearts 2 (sense all midway bothered to do was change the box cover's name), has you following Yuri and his entirely new band of adventurers as they uncover a game that surpasses its predecessor.
		Normally a bestiary isn't a large factor of a RPG but Shadow Hearts 1's bestiary and setting were a big factor that helped set the game apart from the other RPGs.
		Now Shadow Hearts 2 might not be on the same graphical polish as Final Fantasy X, and might not have a storyline as revered as Xenogears but Shadow Hearts 2 will provide you with a solid RPG experience that plays and feels great.
	www.allrpg.com /games/shadowhearts2/index.php3?page=review&num=1 (1254 words)

	RPGFan Reviews - Shadow Hearts
		Shadow Hearts is a solid RPG that improves upon Koudelka in nearly every way possible.
		At its core, Shadow Hearts is another typical 'band of adventurers save the world' game, complete with a hero who's unsure of himself and his powers, a young woman who loves him, and a supporting cast of characters who are all quirky but interesting.
		While Shadow Hearts may not bring much in the way of innovation to the table, it does almost all of the core things a successful RPG has to do and does them right.
	www.rpgfan.com /reviews/shadowhearts/Shadow_Hearts.html (2990 words)

	Shadow Hearts Covenant Review for PlayStation 2 - Gaming Age (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Although Covenant is a direct sequel to the original Shadow Hearts, this story still works on its own, and it even gives you enough of a recap throughout that you won't be lost.
		And what an entertaining ride it is. At its heart lies a dark tale with demons and a dangerous religious cult, but on the surface there's some hilarious situations and laugh out loud funny dialog.
		Honestly, as creepy and cool as the theme of the original Shadow Hearts was, the visuals were technically lacking.
	www.gaming-age.com /cgi-bin/reviews/review.pl?sys=ps2&game=shcovenant (762 words)

	Flame Bait Discussion: Shadow Hearts: Covenant
		So yeah, to say I was eagerly anticipating Shadow Hearts II (aka Covenant) is a bit of an understatement, and being such an intimately-related sequel, to the point that it shares the same main character and references numerous events in the first game, it has a lot to live up to.
		The first Shadow Hearts game was regarded as a sequel to Koudelka by some, though personally I thought of it as being more of a spin-off, but after finishing Shadow Hearts II I'd have to say that the two SH games are really their own series.
		Gameplay-wise Shadow Hearts II is very polished, improving on the Judgement Ring system of the original to make it easier for novices to hit the strike areas while also offering alternatives for more adept players who wish to push their skill in exchange for the possibility of greater damage.
	www.sabrecat.net /shadow2.html (5415 words)

	Review - Shadow Hearts
		Shadow Hearts takes place in an alternate early 1900s Europe that is poised upon the brink of World War I and is still in the grips of the Industrial Revolution.
		Shadow Hearts starts out as the story of Yuri and Alice, two people linked by a mysterious voice they both seem to hear.
		Shadow Hearts blends these two elements very well in their soundtrack by making sure there music isn't panic inducing or too "slasher-flick" sounding considering the more horror orientated themes in the game.
	www.gamingaddicts.net /review.php?gameid=133 (1187 words)

	Shadow Hearts: Covenant :: PlayStation 2 :: Review :: DreamStation.cc
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is the third game in the series that started with Koudelka and Shadow Hearts.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant takes place during the First World War and is a direct sequel to the first Shadow Hearts game.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is one of the better PS2 RPG’s with very little to make it not enjoyable and gets a hearty 9.5.
	www.dreamstation.cc /reviews/playstation_2/shadow_hearts_covenant (546 words)

	Shadow Hearts: Covenant (ps2: 2004): Reviews
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant also brings back the innovative combat system, the Judgment Ring, which not only allows players to choose which characters to bring to battle, but also determines the final outcome of the battle based on the players' speed and accuracy.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is in my opinion one of the best RPG to hit the scene this year.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is one of the unexpected surprises of the year.
	www.metacritic.com /games/platforms/ps2/shadowhearts2 (2034 words)

	Review - Shadow Hearts: Covenant // PlayStation 2 /// Eurogamer
		Shadow Hearts Covenant is the follow-up to one of the PS2's most sadly ignored RPG titles, the excellent Shadow Hearts, which followed the adventures of angsty hero Yuri as he mastered his ability to morph into the monstrous forms and fought off the Forces Of Darkness Threatening The World.
		The combat system in Shadow Hearts is nothing if not traditional, and in fact it's almost refreshing to end up playing a turn-based RPG again after the action-focused likes of Star Ocean 3 and Tales of Symphonia.
		The game also reintroduces the Judgement Ring from Shadow Hearts, which requires you to tap the X button at the right moments to ensure that an attack is triggered and to determine its power.
	www.eurogamer.net /article.php?article_id=57231 (879 words)

	Shadow Hearts: Covenant (PS2) Reviews on Darkstation
		The original Shadow Hearts, which was released a few years ago really wasn't all that great of a game, and going into this review I honestly wasn't expecting a whole lot out of this game either.
		Shadow Hearts is not a short game by any means, as it will take normal gamers anywhere from thirty to forty hours to complete.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is a game that has all of the making to make a great game.
	www.darkstation.com /reviews/article414.html (987 words)

	Shadow Hearts - Retroview
		Musically speaking, Shadow Hearts is easily light-years ahead of its predecessor, with some nice tunes appropriately fitting the dark atmosphere of the game, not to mention some catchy ethnic pieces such as that played in Shanghai and on the title screen; few moments of silent dot the game, I should mention.
		Sprites, moreover, are tall and proportionate, though shadows are poor, and hair is mostly stiff.
		Overall, Shadow Hearts is an effective sequel, what with all its aspects, primarily its battle system, being solid despite some small flaws.
	www.rpgamer.com /games/koudelka/shearts/reviews/sheartsrdrev8.html (1059 words)

	RPGFan Reviews - Shadow Hearts: Covenant
		Because of this, Shadow Hearts did eventually find an audience (almost entirely through word of mouth) and has since become one of the cult classic RPGs of the PS2 era.
		The original Shadow Hearts was a prime example of the notion that a game could have bad graphics but good gameplay and a solid story and still be great.
		The graphics in Shadow Hearts were pretty dire, even for the early days of the PS2—which makes the graphical overhaul on display in Covenant that much more impressive.
	www.rpgfan.com /reviews/shadowhearts2 (1065 words)

	Amazon.com: Shadow Hearts: Computer & Video Games (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Shadow Hearts is the story of Yuri Hyuga, a young man with the mysterious ability to fuse with the spirits of monsters he defeats.
		While not disappointing, Shadow Hearts animation falls a bit short of what is currently state of the art for RPG's on the PS2.
		Shadow Hearts is one heck of a game you can't ignore, I played it for a few minutes and was instantly hooked.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005T7ZN?v=glance (1466 words)

	Four Fat Chicks -- Shadow Hearts Review
		The closing credits of Shadow Hearts showed three people were responsible for conceiving these beasts, and it's plain to me that these are some twisted individuals.
		Shadow Hearts offers the kind of satisfying gaming experience that is simply not present in very many recent adventure releases.
		Shadow Hearts is in turn tragic and comic, deeply philosophical and completely fluffy, and overall a great gaming experience that I was sorry to see come to an end.
	www.fourfatchicks.com /Reviews/Shadow_Hearts/SH.shtml (2667 words)

	Gamebits: Shadow Hearts
		Unlike Silent Hill, Shadow Hearts ignores subtlety in favor of continuous action and player interaction, succeeding in an offbeat and fun game.
		There's no mysterious fog or other attempts to surprise here; Shadow Hearts is about as blunt as having your evening dinner interrupted by a rotten corpse falling onto your table.
		Shadow Hearts doesn't seem like it should be as fun a game as it is. There's little minutia for players to be engrossed in; if not for its difficulty and enjoyability, Shadow Hearts could be considered "RPG lite." But its unique setting and genuinely likable characters make for a bright choice among PlayStation 2 RPGs.
	www.gamebits.net /ps2/shadhart.shtml (518 words)

	Shadow Hearts - eMAG (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Of course, the tried and tested turn based combat system is there, and the in depth story line, but Shadow Hearts is still, different.
		On any RPG though, there has to be fights, and Midway have really made Shadow Hearts stand out with the combat system.
		Shadow Hearts is an essential purchase for all serious RPG fans.
	myweb.tiscali.co.uk /help_to_succeed/games/shadowhearts/review.htm (328 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Shadow Hearts: Covenant for PlayStation 2 at Epinions.com
		However, 3 years later, Shadow Hearts II (known as Shadow Hearts: Covenant in the US) is here, and again, Midway has handled the publication of the Nautilus (a revamped Sacnoth) developed RPG, taking yet another risk.
		At its heart, Shadow Hearts II is a traditional, turn-based RPG – a different feel with all the real-time RPG’s floating around.
		One of the flaws that hampered the original Shadow Hearts was its graphics – because it was a PSone game at the start, it didn’t use the PS2 much aside from improved character textures and pre-rendered backgrounds.
	www.epinions.com /content_157108047492 (2290 words)

	Amazon.co.uk: Shadow Hearts: Covenant (PS2): PC & Video Games (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Shadow Hearts 2 is a sequel to the critically acclaimed first installment, released in 2001.
		Shadow Hearts makes this part of the game extremely enjoyable, even if it is a turn-based battle system still.
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is a gaming experience that rivals the very best that the Final Fantasy series has to offer.
	www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002PQ87M (1403 words)

	Shadow Hearts Covenant: PS2 Review Review - PS2 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		The storyline of Shadow Hearts Covenant is typical RPG fodder - humanity is in peril and it's up to you and your small band of heroes to stop it.
		What Shadow Hearts Covenant has over other RPGs is a healthy sense of humour and a tendency to poke fun at itself on occasions.
		Shadow of the Colossus, brought to you by the same team that produced PS2 sleeper hit Ico, is probably one of the most haunting, thrilling and morally ambiguous games we’ve come across here at CNET.com.au.
	www.cnet.com.au /games/ps2/0,39029671,40053547,00.htm (2233 words)

	Amazon.ca: Shadow Hearts: Computer and Video Games (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		As a matter of fact, the developer of Shadow Hearts is a company founded by several ex-Final Fantasy designers and they aren't shy about borrowing many of Final Fantasy's famous RPG trademarks.
		Set in early 20th century China, Shadow Hearts begins with the introductions of an atypical hero, Yuri, the damsel in distress, Alice, and the notorious sorcerer, Roger Bacon.
		There are several copies of Shadow Hearts available for trade at GTZ so it's an easy game to find which is a good thing because this game takes many hours to complete and won't be finished with a weekend rental.
	www.amazon.ca /exec/obidos/ASIN/B00005T7ZN (1366 words)

	Shadow Hearts: From the New World > Review (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
		Shadow Hearts is now on its third title in the series, and a lot has changed.
		This new chapter, Shadow Hearts: From the New World, features an all-new cast that centers around Johnny Garland, who at age 16 is improbably a detective.
		Shadow Hearts: From the New World was originally scheduled for Christmas 2005, but was wisely pushed back to March to avoid getting lost in the holiday flood, as well as the competition from Dragon Quest VIII.
	web1.dignews.com /review.php?story_id=14155 (1026 words)

	Shadow Hearts Review - PlayStation 2
		One of the final RPGs to come out for the PS2 system before the end of 2001, Shadow Hearts was released to appeal to the more "shadowy" side of the gaming crowd, with a sinister Victorian look with an unusual Eastern flair not often seen in such "horror" themed titles.
		Shadow Hearts does so many new and wonderful things, but combines it with some tedious and mundane things, making it really hard to call in a review.
		The concept of Shadow Hearts is certainly a step apart from many other RPG titles with a darker theme.
	ps2.gamezone.com /gzreviews/r19337.htm (1450 words)

	Shadow Hearts Playstation2 Game Review in ABSOLUTE PLAYSTATION 2 ( PS2 ) - Shadow Hearts
		Shadow Hearts is chocked full of items, weapons and armor, and the latter two are even upgradeable if you visit a certain…ahem…fellow.
		There are many in-game cut scenes that help tell the tale of Shadow Hearts, most are with in game graphics and do a decent job, but every once in a while you will be treated to stunning CG quality scenes which I thought were far to rare.
		If you have owned 'Shadow Hearts' long enough to have formed a solid opinion on it, then why not send us your own personalized Game Review using this form.
	www.absolute-playstation.com /shadow_hearts/shadow_hearts_review.htm (1316 words)

	Shadow Hearts: Covenant Reviews for the Playstation 2 (GameTab)
		Shadow Hearts: Covenant is the sequel to the critically acclaimed role playing game released in 2001.
		Taking place over a year after the original ended, Yuri embarks on a new expedition in a fantastical world filled with magic and creatures, set during World War I. Cursed by a secret cult that is taking advantage of the war to fulfill their evil ambitions, Yuri's morphing abilities are weakened.
		"Shadow Hearts: Covenant is a great game that any fan of the role-playing genre would likely enjoy.
	www.gametab.com /ps2/shadow.hearts.covenant/3107 (309 words)

	Shadow Hearts: Covenant for PlayStation 2 Reviews at Shopping.com
		Now, in 2004, Midway and developer Nautilus (which is a reformed Sacnoth) are back with a new installment in the Shadow Hearts saga—Shadow Hearts: Covenant.
		The graphics in Shadow Hearts were pretty dire, even for the early days of the PS2—which makes the graphical overhaul on display in Covenant that much more impressive.
		Ultimately, fans of the original Shadow Hearts are gonna love Covenant—it takes everything the first game did and improves upon it in just about every way imaginable.
	www.shopping.com /xPR-__Shadow_Hearts_Covenant~RD-160209211012 (1162 words)

	GameSpy: Shadow Hearts: Covenant Preview
		Midway and Nautilus's Shadow Hearts: Covenant set for a late September release will whip you back to the early part of last century where you'll once again get to take on all forms of evil as the shape-shifting Yuri.
		The original Shadow Hearts had the misfortune of coming out a week before the stellar Final Fantasy X back in December of 2001.
		As a result, a lot of gamers missed out on one of the more unique RPG releases in recent years simply because they were too busy tying up the loose ends in their lives so that they could bang away with Tidus, Yuna, and the crew for 200 straight hours.
	ps2.gamespy.com /playstation-2/shadow-hearts-ii/544521p1.html (658 words)

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