Heavy Rain
by Quantic Dream · published by Sony Computer Entertainment
Released February 18, 2010 on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.
About Heavy Rain
Heavy Rain is a cinematic psychological thriller from game developer Quantic Dream exclusively for the PlayStation 3. Dealing with a range of adult themes, the game revolves around a sophisticated plot and strong narrative threads that explore a complex moral proposition. You assume the role of multiple characters with very different backgrounds, motivations, and skills in a world where each player decision affects what will follow.
The game focuses on four different characters; Ethan Mars, a father and main protagonist; Scott Shelby, a private eye; Norman Jayden, an FBI agent and finally Madison Paige, a photojournalist. They are very different characters and do not know each other at the game's point, but are all connected in the sense that they all have interest in the game's main antagonist, the Origami Killer.
Release dates by platform
Reviews & players
PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS * | Windows 7 or later (64 bit) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4430 @ 3.0 GHz or AMD FX-6300 @ 3.5 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 with 2GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870 with 2GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
Recommended
| OS * | Windows 7 or later (64 bit) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600K @ 3.5GHz or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X @ 3.4GHz |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 with 4GB VRAM or AMD Radeon R9 390 with 4GB VRAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
Heavy Rain FAQ
When did Heavy Rain come out?
Heavy Rain was released on February 18, 2010 for PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.
Is Heavy Rain on PlayStation 5?
No. Heavy Rain has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.
Is Heavy Rain on Xbox Series X|S?
No. Heavy Rain has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.
Is Heavy Rain on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. Heavy Rain has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.
Who is making Heavy Rain?
Heavy Rain is developed by Quantic Dream and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.
Is Heavy Rain multiplayer?
No. Heavy Rain is single player only.
How much does Heavy Rain cost?
Heavy Rain costs $19.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Heavy Rain good?
Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 86% of 32,038 reviews are positive. Critics average 80/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Heavy Rain?
The minimum GPU is Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 with 2GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870 with 2GB VRAM. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Heavy Rain system requirements page.
