Taka Taka

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"Taka Taka" is a rhythm-based game inspired by Japanese folklore, where you play as Tengu and Oni to battle waves of Yokai enemies. With three difficulty levels, hand-drawn zones, and unique music tracks for each level, players can test their skills and compete against friends on the leaderboard. The game is also set to be compatible with Steam Deck in the future.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

music24 positive mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is simple to learn but offers a challenging experience that keeps players engaged and encourages mastery.
The unique mechanics involving character swapping and the introduction of new yokai with different abilities add depth and variety to the gameplay.

Normal difficulty is quite challenging, with only a small percentage of players able to complete all zones, which may deter some casual gamers.
The game is relatively short, with only 14 levels, which may leave players wanting more content.
Lack of quality of life features, such as controller support and the ability to save or view past scores, can hinder the overall experience.

music
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and variety, with each level featuring unique tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the blend of faster and slower songs, which align with new mechanics introduced in each set of levels, making the rhythm challenges engaging. Overall, the soundtrack is described as beautiful and addictive, with many hoping for a soundtrack release soon.
- “A challenging game with beautiful art and catchy music.”
- “Each track is unique, with every single song being something that would be a great addition to your playlist if you had the soundtrack easily available.”
- “The music goes very well with the theme and becomes a very fun beat rhythm game.”
- “Even the fast songs usually don't have more than a few short sections where inputs really need to be fast, on normal mode at least, but the extra layer of having to swap the characters around as well as the break in muscle memory for rhythm games requiring you to wait in the right spot rather than hit a key as the note hits does a good job of making the game complex enough that it's always harder than it looks.”
- “Soundtrack DLC when, etc.”
- “Some things I took note of were included the soundtrack/music that was being played in the background while navigating the game itself.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is deceptively challenging, especially on hard mode, with a refreshing swapping mechanic and a variety of song tempos that introduce new elements in each level. Players appreciate the arcade-like feel, polished experience, and the option to engage with harder modes for a more intense challenge. While the controls are simple and intuitive, some users desire clearer indicators for level completion and rankings.
- “The mechanic of swapping is new to me and pretty refreshing.”
- “Very unique art direction and a simple control scheme combine with a challenging gameplay loop into a well polished experience.”
- “Everything about the gameplay feels like an arcade game in all of the best ways.”
- “I looked at some gameplay beforehand and thought it looked very slow and easy.”
- “The gameplay is a lot harder than it looks, at least on hard mode.”
- “I would also like to see some indication of which levels were complete and with which rank on the level select, but that doesn't have significant impact on the gameplay itself.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and captivating art style, reminiscent of classic Japanese artwork, which sets it apart from similar titles. Players appreciate the painterly aesthetic and rhythmic movement that enhances the overall experience, drawing comparisons to beloved games like Okami. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Graphically, it captures some classic Japanese art that I've only seen in a few games, which makes this stand out among similar titles.”
- “Great music and an art style that gave me Okami vibes (it has that sort of brushed look to it). I greatly enjoyed the time I spent playing it and do intend to play more.”
- “Beautiful artwork and style!”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features an engaging storyline centered around two yokai brothers, which players find appealing. The narrative progression and stunning art style enhance the overall experience, leaving players eager to see how the story unfolds as they advance through higher levels.
- “I love that it has a story, with the two yokai bros.”
- “I'm looking forward to seeing how the story progresses and how far I can get in the higher levels.”
- “I like how the game follows a storyline and the art is amazing.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its ability to evoke strong emotions and immersion, achieved effectively with minimal comic elements. Reviewers note that this simplicity enhances the overall experience, creating a memorable and impactful ambiance.
- “Created a peak atmosphere with just a few comics.”
- “Created peak atmosphere with just a few comics.”