Patapon Remastered
Release Date: August 1, 2017
Strategy, 2D, music, arcade elements, remaster/remake, PlayStation exclusive, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, singleplayer
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A remastered edition of the unusual musical strategy game Patapon, originally released in 2008 for PSP. In the game, you accompany the members of the dying society of little warriors called the Patapons, who embark on a dangerous journey, during which they fight using swords, spears, and bows to earn what they deserve. The gameplay focuses on leading the group of creatures and facing adversities, including enemies big and small.
Patapon Remastered for PS4 is an upgraded edition of Patapon, which was originally released for PSP. It is a unusual musical strategy game and its new version, apart from improved visuals, features additional advantages due to the DualShock 4 pad support.
Plot
The Patapons are the members of a dying society, who need to take care of their further survival in the face of danger. The creatures — each of them basically consisting of an eye with small arms and legs — arm themselves with swords, spears, and arrows, and embark on a dangerous journey to earn what they deserve. It is up to the player whether they will succeed or not.
Mechanics
The gameplay in Patapon Remastered for PS4 focuses on leading a group of the warrior creatures and facing adversities, which include enemies big and small. You issue orders by pressing the pad buttons to the rhythm of music to create a given sequence. Depending on the melody you play, your army can move forwards, assume a defensive stance or attack. It can also perform a combo that boosts efficiency. To succeed in the game you need a good sense of rhythm and quick decision-making skills, as the gameplay pace is very fast.
Last updated on March 31, 2017
March 14, 2018
Input lag - the killer of PlayStation 4 remasters
PlayStation 4 remasters are like a box of chocolates – you never know what you will get. Sometimes, it is a chance to play a fantastic classic title – but sometimes you will have to suffer because of huge response delays.
Videos and Screens
WellPlayed: 7 / 10 by Kieron Verbrugge
Sony brings a cult classic to a wider audience but does so with little fanfare or consideration
Digitally Downloaded: 5 / 5 by Matt Sainsbury
Patapon is simple, elegant, and utterly delightful.
Impulsegamer: 3.6 / 5 by Sean Warhurst
Unlike some who may be considering picking this up, I was a fan of the original release of Patapon and, as such, found that despite my initial misgivings playing Patapon on the PS4 is generally just as fun as it was in portable format.
Patapon Remastered Summary
Game Series: Patapon
Platforms:
PlayStation 4
Developer: Sony Interactive Entertainment
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment
