Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun!
- July 19, 2018
- Bandai Namco Studios
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! is more than just a simple music rhythm game.
Enjoy the cult classic arcade rhythm game from Japan in the comfort of your own home! Play to the beat using your own drum with a wide variety of new songs and challenge your friends to prove who has the best taiko skills. Use motion controls to enjoy Taiko like never before! Unlock beloved characters to help you on your journey to become a legendary taiko drummer! Utilize the interactive features…
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- Fun for the whole family with a variety of mini-games and over 70 songs.
- Charming visuals and easy-to-learn gameplay make drumming enjoyable.
- Offers multiple control options and a fun party mode for multiplayer experiences.
- Content feels thin, with many songs and features locked behind additional purchases.
- Inaccurate motion controls and frequent loading screens detract from the experience.
- The tracklist is Japan-centric and lacks some popular songs available in other versions.
- music12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with players enjoying the solid selection of over 70 songs and the engaging mini-games that accompany them. However, some criticize the limited song library, particularly on the Switch, and the reliance on paid DLC for additional tracks, which may detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the Japan-centric tracklist may not appeal to all players, and some control schemes have been noted as less accurate.
“With more than 70 songs and dozens of minigames, it's going to keep players tapping and drumming along for hours, and likely humming the songs for hours after playing too.”
“There are already a bunch of songs on the eShop, including a Ghibli pack that is a must-buy.”
“[adorable visuals, great variety of control options, solid selection of music, party mini-games are fun and addictive].”
“To make matters worse, they have songs available to purchase if you want to add to the library.”
“With the updated technology, they should've been able to pack five times the number of songs onto the cartridge.”
“Japan-centric tracklist may turn off some players, and the Switch has a weaker song selection, while the PS4 version walls many good songs as DLC.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are consistently praised for their colorful and adorable visuals that stand out, particularly on the Nintendo Switch. Reviewers highlight the vibrant aesthetics that enhance the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable both solo and in multiplayer settings. Overall, the visuals contribute to a fun and engaging atmosphere, complementing the game's solid selection of music and mini-games.
“Colorful visuals really pop on Nintendo Switch.”
“Adorable, bright visuals.”
“Adorable visuals.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a variety of control schemes that cater to player preferences, making it easy to learn yet challenging to master. The charming visuals and a good selection of tracks enhance the fun, while multiplayer mini-games and unlockables in the Switch version add significant value. Overall, the combination of addictive mechanics and appealing aesthetics contributes to an engaging experience.
“A variety of control scheme options let you choose what you like best, easy-to-learn gameplay, and charming visual presentation make drumming very fun.”
“Deceptively simple gameplay is addictive and hard to master.”
“Good selection of tracks in the base game.”
Critic Reviews
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! Review – Tubthumping
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'N' Fun is aimed at a specific audience, those that feel comfortable smashing away to J-pop and flailing their arms. And it caters to that audience perfectly. With more than 70 songs and dozens of minigames, it's going to keep players tapping and drumming along for hours, and likely humming the songs for hours after playing too.
80%Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun! Review
While it's great to finally see a Taiko reach Europe, it has some disappointing aspects, like sub-par motion controls that make you want to rely on standard controls, and a track listing that is decent, but misses many of the memorable Taiko tracks of recent years - some of which ended up on the PS4 version instead. The decision to have two completely different track listings is also baffling. There are already a bunch of songs on the eShop, including a Ghibli pack that is a must-buy. Those negatives aside, Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun! is still a ton of fun, and a joy for anyone who has played it in Japan. Hopefully, the first of many in the series to get such a release.
70%Taiko No Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun (Switch) Review
I hope you like Japan… like a lot.
85%
