Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!

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Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!
An image of Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!'s boxart
Japanese box art
Developer(s)Bandai Namco Studios
DokiDoki Groove Works
Publisher(s)Bandai Namco Entertainment
SeriesTaiko no Tatsujin
Platform(s)Nintendo Switch
Release
  • JP: July 19, 2018
  • SEA: August 9, 2018
  • WW: November 2, 2018
Genre(s)Rhythm
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!, released in Asia as Taiko no Tatsujin: Nintendo Switch Version![a], is a rhythm game developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It was first released in Japan and other parts of Asia in July 2018, in North America, Europe and Australia in November 2018.[1][2][3] The title's release marks the first release of a Taiko no Tatsujin game to western audiences in over a decade.

Gameplay[]

Similarly to past entries in the series, music notes, represented by circular faces of the series' mascots, move across a timeline in the middle of the screen from right to left. Red notes (ドン, don) represent the face of the drum, while blue notes (カッ, ka) represent the drum's rim. Successfully playing the correct note as each one reaches the end of the timeline builds up a "Soul Gauge". If the gauge reaches a certain point by the end of the song, the stage is cleared.

Besides traditional gameplay for a maximum of 2 players, a multitude of multiplayer rhythm-based party games are present to further expand upon the concept for up to 4 players.[citation needed] Additional updates to the game further added a head-to-head competitive multiplayer mode for 2 players, as well as online head-to-head and tournament competitive multiplayer modes.

Tracklist[]

Similar to previous games in the series, the tracklist is organized into seven categories. The game also features downloadable song packs which can be purchased through the Nintendo eShop. The game contains 300 songs (inclusive of all downloadable songs) as of July 2020.

List of songs

Release[]

During the Nintendo Switch Presentation in January 2017, a Taiko Drum Master game was confirmed to come to Switch in Japan.[5][6] The Japanese title was finally confirmed a year later during a Nintendo Direct in March 2018 which revealed features such as motion control and HD rumble support for the game.[7] The official release date of July 19, 2018 was announced in May and accompanied by a sneak peek of the track list, a new party game mode, and preorder bonuses.[8][9] A licensed drum controller by HORI was also announced on the same day.[10]

In July, Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia confirmed the release of the game in Southeast Asia which comes with official English translation of the game on August 9, 2018. The game will ship with Japanese voice-overs and Japanese, Chinese, and Korean text while the English text will be made available via a free patch.[11][12]

A few weeks later, Bandai Namco Entertainment America confirmed the Western release of the game alongside Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! for the PlayStation 4.[13] The Western features the identical tracklist as the Japanese/Asia version while adding more language options. The game was confirmed to be digital-only in US while a physical version was released alongside the HORI licensed drum controller in Europe.[14][15]

Reception[]

Heidi Kemps of Gamespot rated the game 7/10. She praised the simplicity and variety of control modes for the rhythm portion of the games, while also praising the inclusion of numerous rhythm-based mini-games for the party mode, which is compared favorably to the Rhythm Heaven series of games. However, she feels that the most of the control schemes aren't always optimal and that the Japanese-oriented tracklist might be daunting for newcomers.[16] Gavin Lane of Nintendo Life also scored the game 7/10, praising the touch controls of the game and the fun selection of party games, while criticizing the excess loading screens and lackluster motion controls which is described as "unworkable".[17]

Chris Carter of Destructoid gave the game a 8/10, praising the wide variety of songs and the various difficulty level available that allows players of all skill levels to enjoy the game. He also praised the cute presentation and solid performance of the game in portable mode,[18] Mitchell Parton of Nintendo World Report gave the game 8.5/10 and described the game as "polished, fun and incredibly weird at times". He criticized the English translation and the broken motion controls, but feels that the solid core gameplay and inclusion of party games makes this game enjoyable with just about anyone.[19]

Sales[]

Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum & Fun! sold 69,984 retail copies during its first week of release in Japan according to Media Create sales figures, which made it the best selling game of the week. This is also the best debut for the series to date.[20] As of December 2018, the game has sold more than 260,000 retail copies in Japan.[21]

By July 2020, the game had sold over 1 million copies worldwide.[22][23]

Notes[]

  1. ^ Japanese: 太鼓の達人 Nintendo Switchば~じょん!, Hepburn: Taiko no Tatsujin: Nintendo Switch Bājon!
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Pops Pack Volume 1.
  3. ^ The song was available for free download from December 6, 2018 (Japan and Asia) / December 20, 2018 (North America) / January 17, 2019 (UK, Europe and Australia) to January 31, 2019. Become paid DLC from February 1, 2019 onwards.
  4. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Pops Pack Volume 2.
  5. ^ Jump up to: a b c The song was available as Pokémon Let's Go! Pikachu/Let's Go! Eevee" & Pokémon Anime Music Pack on February 7, 2019 at Japan and other parts of Asia. Meanwhile in North America, UK, Europe and Australia it was available as an individual DLC from February 14, 2019.
  6. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m Available as an individual DLC.
  7. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Pops Pack Volume 3.
  8. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Pops Pack Volume 4.
  9. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Pops Pack Volume 5.
  10. ^ The song was available for free download from July 9, 2020 as a collaboration event with the band Band Ja Naimon! MAXX NAKAYOSHI.
  11. ^ Jump up to: a b Available through purchase of Rock Music Pack.
  12. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Dance Music Pack.
  13. ^ Available only in Japan. It was available for free download from July 19, 2018 until August 31, 2018. Become paid DLC from September 1, 2018 onwards.
  14. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Studio Ghibli Pack.
  15. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Winter Holiday Anime Pack.
  16. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Dragon Ball Anime Song Pack.
  17. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Studio Ghibli Pack Volume 2.
  18. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Case Closed Pack.
  19. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of One Piece Anime Song Pack
  20. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Weathering with You Anime Song Pack.
  21. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Late Night Anime Pack Vol.1.
  22. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Vocaloid Music Pack.
  23. ^ The song is not included in South Korea.[4]
  24. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Vocaloid Music Pack Volume 2.
  25. ^ Jump up to: a b c d Available through purchase of Vocaloid Music Pack Volume 3.
  26. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Toho Project Arrange Pack.
  27. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 1.
  28. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g h i Available in Japan as pre-order bonus from various retailers until November 1, 2018. It added to all regions as an individual paid DLC from November 2, 2018 onwards.
  29. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 2.
  30. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 3.
  31. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 4.
  32. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 5.
  33. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 7.
  34. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Donder Pack -Lightning-.
  35. ^ Jump up to: a b c Available through purchase of Undertale Pack.
  36. ^ Available through purchase of Ninja Box Pack.
  37. ^ The song is available as a reward through the Online Ranking Match mode.
  38. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g h i j Available through download of I LOVE Games Pack.
  39. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Tatsujin Challenge Pack Volume 6.
  40. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e Available through purchase of Donder Pack -Winter Moon-.

References[]

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  2. ^ @BandaiNamcoEU (9 August 2018). "Beat the drums on Nov 2nd! The Taiko Drum Set will be available for Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun! on Switch, along with songs from Dragon Ball Z and Moana. Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! for PS4, in digital only, will feature titles from Dragon Ball Super, Frozen & more" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  3. ^ "Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!". EB Games Australia. Retrieved 2018-08-28.
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  10. ^ "HORI Releasing Taiko No Tatsujin Drum Controller For Nintendo Switch | NintendoSoup". NintendoSoup. 2018-05-15. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
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  12. ^ BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Southeast Asia (2018-06-07), Taiko no Tatsujin Nintendo Switch Version! ENG Announcement Trailer, retrieved 2018-10-08
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  15. ^ "Taiko No Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun For Nintendo Switch Will Be Digital Only | My Nintendo News". My Nintendo News. 2018-07-31. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
  16. ^ Kemps, Heidi (2018-11-20). "Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun / Drum Session Review - Rhythm Party". GameSpot. Retrieved 2019-01-22.
  17. ^ "Review: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum'n'Fun! - Worth The Wait, But Don't Forget That Drum Controller". Nintendo Life. 2018-11-05. Retrieved 2019-01-22.
  18. ^ "Review: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun (Switch)". destructoid. Retrieved 2019-01-22.
  19. ^ "Taiko No Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun Review - Review". Nintendo World Report. Retrieved 2019-01-22.
  20. ^ "This Week In Sales: Taiko no Tatsujin Drums Up A Nintendo Switch Version - Siliconera". Siliconera. 2018-07-25. Retrieved 2018-10-08.
  21. ^ "Media Create Sales: 12/24/18 – 1/6/19". Gematsu. 2019-01-10. Retrieved 2019-01-15.
  22. ^ "Taiko no Tatsujin Sells 1 million". Japanese Nintendo. Retrieved 3 July 2020.
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