Rag Doll Kung Fu…FREE

Sony announced yesterday that its PS3 Smash Bros-esq. party fighting game Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic will be offered for free “this week”.  The sale is being brought to us by Sprint.  While the Xbox 360 has had promotions such as this in the past (Yaris and Dash of Destruction), this marks the first time (at least that I know of) that the PS3 has had a game dished out gratis by a sponsor.  If you haven’t played it, its basically a 4 player fighter that stars several different Japanese style marionettes.  They whip up on each other using a multitude of special attacks.

I downloaded it and enjoyed myself a bit.  The 3D Rag Doll models are really some of the most beautiful game characters I have ever seen.  They seriously look like real string puppets, at least until they throw a fireball.  Its definitely not Smash Bros, but hey, you can’t beat free.  Also, for you achievement fiends it supports trophies.  Sony didn’t specify when “this week” ends, so you may want to jump on this one quick.

Here’s the description from IGN:

A fast-paced combat game with an imaginative look and feel, Ragdoll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic focuses on fun with exaggerated ragdoll physics action and charming High Definition (HD) visual effects. Featuring accessible and intuitive controls, even novice players can orchestrate impressive attacks with ninja-like precision. Additionally, hardcore players will appreciate the deep combat system, weapons use and strategy. Success depends mightily on the player mastering the basic Kung Fu moves and sharpening his acrobatic skills by swinging off platforms and somersaulting through the air. This action builds up Chi Power, which can be conjured to perform spectacular SIXAXIS wireless controller-triggered special attack moves and combat sequences. Furthermore, players can taunt their opponents with the Free Pose system, ensuring the battle is infused with lighthearted fun.

Players can perfect their Kung Fu skills in the Solo Adventure and also take their characters online with a variety of addictive free-for-all and team-based multiplayer modes, including King of the Hill, Assassin and Capture the Fish. Perfect for any social occasion, Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic offers frantic multiplayer action with up to 4 players locally or online.

Local Play: 4 Versus

Online Play: 4 Versus

ESRB Rating: E10+ for Cartoon Violence

Genre: Fighting

(Editor’s Note: IGN lists the PS3 version of the game having online play. It, in fact, has no online play, and has taken heavy criticizism for lacking this feature.)