Introduction

God Hand is a fast-paced, over-the-top 3D beat ’em up developed by Clover Studio and published by Capcom for the PlayStation 2 in 2006.

Known for its wild humor, intense combat, and unapologetically bizarre style, the game follows a martial artist named Gene who gains a legendary power called the God Hand—a divine arm capable of defeating evil forces.

Set in a world filled with demons, luchadors, dominatrixes, and absurd boss fights, God Hand combines deep, customizable combat with a deliberately exaggerated and comedic tone.

Though it was overlooked at release, it has since earned cult status for its unique gameplay, high difficulty, and offbeat personality. God Hand stands as a bold, unforgettable experience that pushes the limits of both action and absurdity in video games.

Story Overview

The story of God Hand follows Gene, a cocky and brash drifter who loses his arm while trying to save a mysterious woman named Olivia from a group of demons.

Olivia replaces Gene’s missing limb with the God Hand, a legendary arm that grants its wielder immense divine power capable of defeating demons.

Together, Gene and Olivia travel through a bizarre and chaotic world to stop the rise of the Four Devas — powerful demon lords who seek to resurrect Angra, an evil being who once ruled the world in darkness. Along the way, Gene battles an outrageous variety of enemies, from flamboyant wrestlers to dominatrix demons, all while cracking jokes, flirting shamelessly, and making fun of classic hero tropes.

The story is intentionally ridiculous, blending kung-fu movie clichés, Western influences, Japanese anime absurdity, and slapstick comedy into a fast-paced narrative that never takes itself too seriously.