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- Platform: Sony PSP
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The adventures of the brave Patapon tribe continues in Patapon 2. The highly anticipated sequel to Patapon, one of the best PlayStation Portable (PSP) games of 2008, Patapon 2 is packed with double the content of the first game, plus exciting new features sure to satisfy fans of the original. Continuing their search for the secrets of their ancient past, the Patapons find themselves on a strange island where they will encounter new enemies and creatures. As the Mighty Patapon, you must guide our small heroes through this dangerous new land with the power of rhythm.
The story of the Patapon tribe marches forth as they continue their hunt for the mysterious land of 'Earthend.' This time, after taking to sea to find the fabled realm of their ancient ancestors, they are shipwrecked on a new and strange continent and are depending on you, their god, to lead them safely through this perilous new land. As you guide the tribe through this new world using specific rhythmic commands tapped out on your mystical drum via the PSP's face buttons and equip your troops with weapons and armor, you will come face to face with a new tribe of enemies-the Karmen, encounter a mysterious and mighty Hero Patapon and uncover the ruins of Patapolis, a mystical place long spoke of in Patapon legend. Multiplayer One of the most exciting new elements of Patapon 2 is its inclusion of multiplayer via a PSP ad-hoc connection. Supporting up to four players, this play option actually consists of two modes containing a link to the single player campaign. During multiplayer action all players assume the role of the Hero Patapon, but are not limited to a single form. Players' Hero Patapons are fully customizable, able to take the shape of any of the Patapon warrior classes, and allowing players to show off their distinct, one-of-a-kind heroes to the world. Working together, players embark on a series of mission of increasing difficulty, designed to test their skills as individual warriors as well as team players. But even the most powerful of Patapon Heroes who venture into this online adventure will find that he/she needs something extra to carry the day. In a nod to the Karmen, the tribes' new enemy in Patapon 2, here players will ultimately have to don a ceremonial mask to obtain the strength to survive and succeed. But to secure a mask players will need to have obtained a certain item during their time spent playing through the game's single player campaign. Once produced players will have to work together to transform this item into the mask. Key Game Features:
Patapon 2 features new and improved 'Fever Mode' functionality. Fever Mode is a state in the game reached when players have successfully completed a certain number of consecutive combos, effectively ratcheting up their Patapons' fighting ability and efficiency in battle for as long as they continue adding successive combos. In the original Patapon, activating and maintaining this mode provided an ever growing rhythmic challenge as the game progressed, but was not necessarily manageable for all players. Patapon 2 eliminates this potential issue by giving players an option to play at an easier level until they get the hang of the game's rhythm, at which point they can switch back to the standard play mode if they wish. Also new with Patapon 2 is 'Fever Alert.' Through this players are kept aware of the agitation level of their Patapons via on-screen alerts, allowing for precious seconds needed to string together the necessary combos to extend Fever Mode when need be. |
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The adventures of the brave PataponTM tribe continues in the highly anticipated sequel to IGN's 2008 PSP Game of the Year! PATAPONTM 2 is sure to satisfy fans of the original with double the content of the first, plus exciting new features. Continuing their search for Earthend, the Patapons find themselves on a strange island where they will find mysterious new enemies and creatures waiting for them. As the Mighty Patapon, guide our small heroes through this dangerous new land with the power of rhythm! Earthend Awaits!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Patapon 1 was a great game and Patapon 2 looks like it expands on the best features. However, a warning to all purchasers. You are buying a Digital Download code in a box that is sent to you. When you receive this item you will need to log into the PlayStation Network Store (either with WiFi, on your PC or on your PS3) to redeem your code and download the game. You will need 400MB free space on a Memory Stick.
In other words this game does NOT come on physical media (UMD).
In other words this game does NOT come on physical media (UMD).
By Jonathan
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The product said "Downloadable Game Voucher" but it was actually an UMD disc (purchased from PlayCanade). I don't mind, I even prefer it like that, but someone with a PSP Go could be pissed of the misinformation. The other review said that it didn't come on disc, but the copy I received proved otherwise.
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4.1 out of 5 stars
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15 of 20 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Patapon 2: addicting & fun, even for rhythmically challenged
May 8 2009
By arisrocks
- Published on Amazon.com
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
SHOULD YOU BUY THIS GAME?
If you're into RPG, strategy, or rhythm games, this game is for you. If you don't know what the fuss is about, and are wondering if you should buy this game, I strongly recommend you download the demo. This game can be challenging to the rhythmically-challenged (RC), such as myself. However, playing the demo got me hooked, so i bought the game and haven't put it down in two days. If you are RC, this game may frustrate you, BUT Patapon 2 has implemented two major improvements over the first Patapon that makes P2 more enjoyable for those who can't keep rhythmn. Before i tell you about the improvements, here's some basic info about the game.
BASICS: You control an army of cute one-eyed tribesmen and on each level you try to move them from the left side of the screen to the right in typical 2D side scrolling action. You will be faced with obstacles and enemies. You can attack, defend, and continue moving forward. This is where the rhythm part of the game takes place. To move your army, to attack, or to defend, you have to hit a 4-button sequence to the beat of a drum. The sequences are different for each command, but it isn't difficult to remember. The toughest part is staying on beat, because if you lose beat, a command isn't issued, and your army becomes vulnerable.
WHY PATAPON 2 IS BETTER: This is where Patapon 2 separates itself from the first Patapon. It has an EASY level, so it is more forgiving if you are slightly off in your 4-button sequence. The other features which make P2 better (there are more than just a couple) is you don't have to nail the 4-button sequence 9 times in a row to get to "fever." Fever turns your soldiers into super soldiers (stronger, faster, more resistant to damage). In Patapon 1, if you were slightly off beat, you lose your fever, but in Patapon 2, it gives you a warning (a skull!) to let you know you are off, so you have another chance to straighten yourself out.
WHY 4 STARS? I can't mention all the great things about this game, but i'll address why i couldn't give it a 5. The game is very repetitive. You have to repeat a lot of levels you've already cleared in order to collect "food" "weapons" "materials, etc (the RPG element). There is a lot of trial and error because you don't really know where to get the materials you need to upgrade your soldiers (every soldier is customizable). The evolution tree is nice, but it took a while for me to figure it out. You have to really grind out some levels, having to return over and over to get more materials, plus you have to keep track of the weather(!) because you may get a slightly different level if the weather is sunny, rainy, foggy, or snowy. Some monsters only come out during the "fog" or "snow" and these monsters carry rare items you need.
OVERALL: It's a GREAT game, give the demo a try, it's quite long, and it'll give you a taste of what to expect. PLUS, you get to carry over all your work from the demo to the game so you don't have to repeat those levels! How great is that?
If you're into RPG, strategy, or rhythm games, this game is for you. If you don't know what the fuss is about, and are wondering if you should buy this game, I strongly recommend you download the demo. This game can be challenging to the rhythmically-challenged (RC), such as myself. However, playing the demo got me hooked, so i bought the game and haven't put it down in two days. If you are RC, this game may frustrate you, BUT Patapon 2 has implemented two major improvements over the first Patapon that makes P2 more enjoyable for those who can't keep rhythmn. Before i tell you about the improvements, here's some basic info about the game.
BASICS: You control an army of cute one-eyed tribesmen and on each level you try to move them from the left side of the screen to the right in typical 2D side scrolling action. You will be faced with obstacles and enemies. You can attack, defend, and continue moving forward. This is where the rhythm part of the game takes place. To move your army, to attack, or to defend, you have to hit a 4-button sequence to the beat of a drum. The sequences are different for each command, but it isn't difficult to remember. The toughest part is staying on beat, because if you lose beat, a command isn't issued, and your army becomes vulnerable.
WHY PATAPON 2 IS BETTER: This is where Patapon 2 separates itself from the first Patapon. It has an EASY level, so it is more forgiving if you are slightly off in your 4-button sequence. The other features which make P2 better (there are more than just a couple) is you don't have to nail the 4-button sequence 9 times in a row to get to "fever." Fever turns your soldiers into super soldiers (stronger, faster, more resistant to damage). In Patapon 1, if you were slightly off beat, you lose your fever, but in Patapon 2, it gives you a warning (a skull!) to let you know you are off, so you have another chance to straighten yourself out.
WHY 4 STARS? I can't mention all the great things about this game, but i'll address why i couldn't give it a 5. The game is very repetitive. You have to repeat a lot of levels you've already cleared in order to collect "food" "weapons" "materials, etc (the RPG element). There is a lot of trial and error because you don't really know where to get the materials you need to upgrade your soldiers (every soldier is customizable). The evolution tree is nice, but it took a while for me to figure it out. You have to really grind out some levels, having to return over and over to get more materials, plus you have to keep track of the weather(!) because you may get a slightly different level if the weather is sunny, rainy, foggy, or snowy. Some monsters only come out during the "fog" or "snow" and these monsters carry rare items you need.
OVERALL: It's a GREAT game, give the demo a try, it's quite long, and it'll give you a taste of what to expect. PLUS, you get to carry over all your work from the demo to the game so you don't have to repeat those levels! How great is that?
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Really Fun and Charming Game
May 4 2012
By J. McGowan
- Published on Amazon.com
Amazon Verified Purchase
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
I bought this game for my PS Vita (It runs well on the system). The game is really unique and fun. It's a mix of squad tactics and leveling your characters. You command three squads of 3 or 6 Patapons with various abilities. Then you can play through the campaign levels and go back and farm any area if you want more supplies to develop your Patapons. There's also a bunch of items available from enemy drops that you can use to arm your squads.
The Patapons are really cute, and I always end up grinning while I'm playing. You drum out commands to them for defensive or offensive posture or to advance, then they do their own little battle chant following each command. The game has a certain difficulty because it's realy sensitive to how precisely you drum out each command. If you're just a tenth of a second off, you'll take a slight penalty. So you as a plyaer get better over time as your little army of Patapons develops.
The learning curve is a little steep at first, but once you get over the initial hump, it's a ton of fun for many hours.
The Patapons are really cute, and I always end up grinning while I'm playing. You drum out commands to them for defensive or offensive posture or to advance, then they do their own little battle chant following each command. The game has a certain difficulty because it's realy sensitive to how precisely you drum out each command. If you're just a tenth of a second off, you'll take a slight penalty. So you as a plyaer get better over time as your little army of Patapons develops.
The learning curve is a little steep at first, but once you get over the initial hump, it's a ton of fun for many hours.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good game
Jun 13 2013
By Trevor L. Chaney
- Published on Amazon.com
Amazon Verified Purchase
The Patapon series is incredibly unique. I really like the concept, I'm just really bad at getting the rhythm down. Game play works like this: you have a little army of guys who are your followers, you are basically their God, giving them orders and help in battle. When you enter a battle you must enter the correct series of buttons, like X, Triangle, X, X and so on with the beat. Each combo has a different purpose, one is for attacking, one for charging etc. I just dislike that you have to put your volume up to play the game, I'm sure headphones could solve that problem with ease, but you get what I mean. At this price it's definitely worth your time.
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