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2007 PlayStation

You command an army of tiny silhouette warriors by playing drum commands in rhythm. Its striking art style, infectious soundtrack and blend of rhythm game and light strategy make it unique.

What defines Patapon:

  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • A party of several characters
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Lots of humour

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  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • A party of several characters
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

You lead an army of tiny Patapon warriors into battle by drumming out rhythm commands. Rhythm, light strategy and army building blend into a unique experience with a striking silhouette art style.

Patapon 2

A party of several characters

As the god of the Patapon tribe, you drum rhythmic commands to lead your army through side-scrolling stages. The blend of rhythm gameplay, strategy and hero upgrades in a striking silhouette art style sets it apart.

Patapon 3

A party of several characters

A rhythm-action game where you command an army of tiny Patapons by drumming commands in time. The third entry puts more emphasis on hero progression, gear and multiplayer missions, in its distinctive silhouette art style.

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