Patapon is a highly
stylized, 2D platform/action adventure game that transforms players into
a mystical leader in charge of guiding a tribe of small, quirky warriors
called Patapons. Through an innovative use of musical beats, players will
march the Patapons against opposing armies and gigantic monsters in an attempt
to find the far end of the world. In Patapon, players will encounter a new
style of gameplay that blends rhythm and action, where various drumbeats
are used to command the Patapons to march, retreat, attack, and defend,
all in the ultimate quest for survival and victory. The game presents a
variety of warrior types, along with a wide selection of weapons and shield
upgrades, allowing each player to customize their Patapon army and strategize
for each mission. Using character designs by popular French graphic artist
Rolito, who served as chief artist for the game, Patapon introduces a distinctive
art style incorporating abstract shapes, vibrant environments, and larger-than-life
boss enemies.
For years the Patapon tribe has lived in the desolate frontier, driven from
their home by the evil Zigoton army. Behind the Patapons' cute exterior,
lies a fierce warrior spirit that can only be commanded by the beat of the
war drum. They wait for the day the "Almighty" will return and
lead them against their enemies, as Patapon legend states the glory of the
ancestors will be resurrected when they reach the far end of the world.
The wait finally comes to an end as the drums of war are heard once again.
Set among a variety of colourful
2D backgrounds, Patapon unfolds through more than 30 missions with more
than 20 different environments, where players are tasked with outfitting
the Patapon army, collecting resources, and using strategy to grow the
tribe into a devastating fighting force. Incorporating various button-timed
drumbeats in real-time to control the Patapons, players will strategically
traverse through each environment, battling enemies each step of the way.
The game presents a variety of warrior types such as archers, infantry,
cavalry, and more that players can unlock, along with a wide selection
of more than 100 weapon and shield upgrades, allowing players to customize
their forces throughout the funky adventure. Additionally, Patapon features
five unique music-based mini-games to earn additional Patapon upgrades.
Players will revel in the addictive nature of the game, collecting rare
weapons and items, and earning more points to upgrade and amass an army
of Patapons.
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