When you see segments like this from various reviews, it is a safe bet you have quite a unique little gem on your hands. I felt this way just from the demo, I can only image the trip of high strangeness and beauty that awaits me in the full game.
Gamepro-
"A game like El Shaddai is something that comes along only a few times in each console generation. The beautiful visuals, fantastic environments, solid (though slightly flawed) gameplay, and rich mythology combine to make a game quite unlike anything you've ever played."
Game Informer-
"A visually arresting experience I wholeheartedly loved...A rare treat of a game and a celebration of video games as an art form."
Gametrailers-
"Many games aspire toward aesthetic sophistication, but only a precious few manage to emerge as a great game in the process. El Shaddai achieves this, and it leaves you smitten and awestruck. It's both simple to grasp and rich enough to keep you coming back for more. Those seeking something refreshingly different will be well rewarded by this rare and original experience."
Gamespot-
"El Shaddai is such a gorgeous game that it would have been worth playing even if the combat was merely average. But developer Ignition Entertainment gave reasons to play beyond its outstanding visual design. The combat system makes excellent use of its narrow moveset to create an enticing experience that demands focus and determination to prevail."
Gamepro-
"A game like El Shaddai is something that comes along only a few times in each console generation. The beautiful visuals, fantastic environments, solid (though slightly flawed) gameplay, and rich mythology combine to make a game quite unlike anything you've ever played."
Game Informer-
"A visually arresting experience I wholeheartedly loved...A rare treat of a game and a celebration of video games as an art form."
Gametrailers-
"Many games aspire toward aesthetic sophistication, but only a precious few manage to emerge as a great game in the process. El Shaddai achieves this, and it leaves you smitten and awestruck. It's both simple to grasp and rich enough to keep you coming back for more. Those seeking something refreshingly different will be well rewarded by this rare and original experience."
Gamespot-
"El Shaddai is such a gorgeous game that it would have been worth playing even if the combat was merely average. But developer Ignition Entertainment gave reasons to play beyond its outstanding visual design. The combat system makes excellent use of its narrow moveset to create an enticing experience that demands focus and determination to prevail."