Gravity Rush

Game Overview

Gravity Rush (originally released as Gravity Daze in Japan) was developed by Japan Studio’s Team Gravity, headed by director Keiichiro Toyama (creator of Silent Hill). The game takes place in Hekseville, a stunning city split into multiple vertical layers suspended around a massive pillar. When strange gravitational storms begin tearing districts apart and unleashing destructive monsters called Nevi, Kat steps up as the city's protector, earning the moniker "Gravity Queen."

The core gameplay centers entirely around dynamic gravity-shifting mechanics. With the press of a button, Kat becomes weightless, allowing players to target any surface—walls, ceilings, or the underside of floating islands—and "fall" toward it, effectively turning walls into floors. Combat blends fluid melee combos with devastating "Gravity Kicks," where Kat hurtles through mid-air like a human missile. The hardware features of the PlayStation Vita are cleverly integrated: the analog sticks handle movement, while the gyroscope and accelerometer allow for precise micro-aiming during gravity flights and special attacks. Boasting a gorgeous cel-shaded art style inspired by French comic books (bande dessinée), a whimsical orchestral score by Kohei Tanaka, and an imaginative open world, Gravity Rush stands as a legendary technical and creative milestone for handheld gaming.

Quick Specifications

Key Features

• Innovative Gravity Shifting: Bend the laws of physics to walk on walls, fall across open skies, and navigate a breathtaking multi-tiered floating city.

• Motion-Sensing Control Precision: Utilize the PlayStation Vita's built-in gyroscope for fine-tuned aiming, swift direction changes, and immersive flight handling.

• Unique Comic-Book Aesthetic: Experience a striking cel-shaded visual design styled after European graphic novels with expressive character framing.

• Dynamic Aerial Combat: Unleash devastating gravity-fueled kicks, throw environmental objects using stasis fields, and target enemy weak points mid-air.

• Vibrant Open World: Explore distinct urban districts, hidden side-streets, and challenging dimensional rift zones packed with collectibles and side missions.

• Memorable Cast & Lore: Follow Kat's uplifting journey alongside rival gravity-shuser Raven and police captain Syd as you unravel Hekseville's deepest secrets.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: How do the gravity-shifting controls work on the PlayStation Vita?

A: You press the right shoulder button to make Kat float into the air, use the motion-sensing gyroscope to tilt and aim your trajectory, and press the button again to "fall" in that direction. Once you land, gravity reorients to whatever surface you hit, letting you stand seamlessly on walls or ceilings.

Q: Is Gravity Rush an open-world game, or is it strictly linear?

A: It features an open-world structure. As you progress through the main story chapters, you unlock distinct open districts of Hekseville. Between story missions, you can freely explore the city, take on side challenges, find hidden power-up gems, and talk to citizens.

Q: How long does it take to complete a standard playthrough of Gravity Rush?

A: A typical playthrough focusing primarily on the main story missions takes roughly 10 to 12 hours. If you aim to complete all side quests, challenges, and collect enough gems to fully max out Kat's health and gravity powers, total playtime stretches closer to 15 to 20 hours.

Q: Are there any expansions or sequels available for the game?

A: Yes! The game received three story-based DLC mission packs ("Spy Pack," "Maid Pack," and "Military Pack") on the PS Vita that explore more of Kat's backstory and provide unique costumes. A direct sequel, Gravity Rush 2, was later released on the PlayStation 4, alongside Gravity Rush Remastered which brought the original adventure to home consoles in high definition.