80
While Patapon has got the same quirky sense of style and visual charm as its predecessor ("LocoRoco"), it doesn't offer the same easy breezy gameplay. Instead, it offers an imposing amount of depth and a considerable amount of micromanagement. Which isn't necessarily a criticism - it's just that forewarned is forearmed.
85
Behind its simplistic but charming appearance, together with its original rhythm sequences and gameplay, hides a strategy game that can grab you for hours. It shows that there’s always room for creativity in videogames. Just for that, it deserves your full attention. [Feb 2008]
87
All serious gamers should check this one out. [Mar 2008, p.85]
9
My experience with this charming and undeniably addicting rhythm game was extremely fun the whole way through. The fusion of rhythm and RTS (real-time strategy) elements made this a new and unique experience for me. The gameplay is simple; hit 4 buttons in a sequence to guide the Patapons through levels and boss fights. However, you need to lock in and *feel* the rhythm if you want to succeed, as it's not very forgiving if you make even the slightest mistakes. It's somewhat short, with my total play time reaching around the 15 hour mark. Those 15 hours were very well spent playing this game, and I'd recommend starting with this one in the series if you're new to the series and/or if you want to learn the lore of the Patapons.
8
Very unique, fantastic atmosphere, amazing gameplay, awesome music. The only problem: i **** at rythm games, so i never beat it. I really, really wanted to but it was just impossible. I wish it had an easy mode so you could directly control the soldiers.
7
Nice, cute rhythm game with a unique system of upgrades between levels and easter eggs
Patapon
PSP
Released On:
Feb 26, 2008
Metascore
Generally Favorable
86
User score
Generally Favorable
8.4
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
86
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100
Patapon's only drawback is that there aren't enough hours in a day to play as much as you'll want to, and we certainly can't blame Sony for that… or can we?
91
At only twenty dollars, this is likely the greatest gaming value of the year and one of the best PSP games to date.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.4
80% Positive
123 Ratings
123 Ratings
18% Mixed
28 Ratings
28 Ratings
2% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
May 16, 2020
10
Perfect rhythm game,with unique graphic style and kindly humor,it's very fun to play
Nov 23, 2019
10
My favorite rhythm game ever! Plenty of content and so much fun! Man I wish they make a fourth one for the Vita!
90
It's strange, quirky, and basically unlike any other game on the market. It's also incredibly fun. The unusual mix of rhythm and strategy gameplay blends together surprisingly well, and it isn't strange to look up from a session of Patapon only to realize that you've lost a few hours when you only intended to play for five minutes.
90
With loads of challenge, stylistic visuals and a catchy if not minimalist soundtrack, Patapon succeeds in creating something wonderful.
83
Patapon is a bargain for the price. It’s a fun game that combines many genres into one package and is a great reason to dust off the PSP and start playing again – just make sure you have headphones.
80
The cheery music and shiny graphics may be enough to hypnotize you into having a good time and that isn’t really a bad thing.
65
The game is just as prone to causing misery as it is happiness, as I discovered early on when my axe-wielders had been killed off and I was left with only ranged attackers who fell, one by one, to close quarters enemies that they just couldn't hit.
Jun 13, 2013
10
Although I only played patapon for a short period of time..(After that I gave my PSP to my mum because she always said to me that she wanted a portable movie player LOL)..I have to say that I have never met such a innovative and impressing game **** rules are simple, as well as the core idea of the **** just follow the rhythm and perform appropriate reaction for your order..maybe all masterpieces are based on something simple **** example, super **** which you just need to jump..
Aug 15, 2024
9
My experience with this charming and undeniably addicting rhythm game was extremely fun the whole way through. The fusion of rhythm and RTS (real-time strategy) elements made this a new and unique experience for me. The gameplay is simple; hit 4 buttons in a sequence to guide the Patapons through levels and boss fights. However, you need to lock in and *feel* the rhythm if you want to succeed, as it's not very forgiving if you make even the slightest mistakes. It's somewhat short, with my total play time reaching around the 15 hour mark. Those 15 hours were very well spent playing this game, and I'd recommend starting with this one in the series if you're new to the series and/or if you want to learn the lore of the Patapons.
Aug 21, 2021
7
Nice, cute rhythm game with a unique system of upgrades between levels and easter eggs
SummaryFor 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 their God’s war drum. They wait for the day that the "Almighty" will return, to lead them against their enemies and bri... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- PSP
- PlayStation 4
Initial Release Date:Feb 26, 2008
Developer:
Publisher:SCEA
