New Keiji Inafune interview

http://www.siliconera.com/2012/06/15/soul-sacrifice-interview-adding-an-emotional-aspect-to-hunting-games/

Note the first part for solo players:
"If you play in single player mode you have an AI partner in the game. I recommend the multiplayer mode where you can play with your friends or girlfriend. Because that’s when the emotions come out and everyone can feel the sacrifice."