Patapon 1+2 Replay Reviews
If you're going to play it on Nintendo Switch, make sure you do so in handheld mode and without Bluetooth headphones: that way you'll enjoy two unique rhythm and action gems just as their creators intended. It's a shame that input lag calibration on the TV is so archaic, so trial and error, because it can easily drive you crazy...
Review in Spanish | Read full review
An easy recommendation for fans of the series, Patapon 1 + 2 Replay still carries much of the same charm - and annoyances - of the original releases.
Patapon 1+2 Replay is a fun and nostalgic return to a beloved series. While it doesn't introduce anything new to the franchise or the rhythm-strategy genre, and carries over several of the original games' shortcomings, it still manages to deliver over 40 hours of engaging, rhythm-based action, enriched with light strategy and RPG elements.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay isn't trying to reinvent the franchise born from Japan Studio’s creativity. Still, it's a great chance to relive these iconic rhythm-based adventures. Presented in their original form with minimal touch-ups and helpful accessibility options, they remain simple yet charming experiences. At a fair price, the timeless gameplay alone makes it worth revisiting—especially for newcomers or longtime fans, 18 years after the original debut.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay proves that great ideas stand the test of time, with its rhythm-strategy mix still shining - now enhanced with co-op, new difficulty levels, and quality-of-life upgrades, though its demanding timing and learning curve may frustrate less patient players.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay is a fantastic recreation of the PSP classics, given a glorious new lick of paint and sound, sometimes to its own fault with the game feeling a bit dated and bare bones at points. Patapon’s charm, vibrance and catchiness helps keep the experience compelling and enjoyable despite some frustration and it’s still a wonderfully smart rhythm strategy game that everyone should make the time to play at least once.
Patapon 1 and 2 Replay remasters and presents the first two games in a satisfying package. For fans of the original games, there aren’t many surprises, but newcomers will find a cute and fun, albeit repetitive, experience.
Patapon 1+2 Replay isn’t the most exciting remaster collection, but it is incredibly enjoyable and accessible to newcomers.
Patapon is one of the few games that seamlessly combines music and physics. It feels completely at home on the Nintendo Switch, giving the Patapon tribe another opportunity to march, chant, and rule.
Patapon 1+2 Replay is a somewhat lackluster celebration of a series with a lot of charm. The first game feels like an experiment, but Patapon 2 is a marvel of rhythm and strategy. It's a shame that the opportunity wasn't taken to fix some of the bugs they have. It's a compilation with a couple of new features to make them more accessible and little else, but they're a lot of fun. The second one is a marvel.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
"A musical masterpiece that lives on." Patapon 1+2 Replay isn't just a remake; it's a creative celebration of a rhythm-strategy game that left a special mark on mobile gaming history. With significant performance and graphical improvements, and a fun-packed gameplay experience that blends challenge and fun, this bundle represents the best way to experience the series.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay brings back the classic rhythm action games that shows their high quality stands the test of time.
The inclusion of both the original and its superior sequel make Patapon 1+2 a great value release at the very least, but Bandai Namco could have done so much more to make these games as palatable as possible for modern audiences.
But it’s hard to knock the games too hard for retaining original experience intact in this respect, as the remasters improve pretty much everything else. This collection leaves you with what is now the definitive way to experience Patapon and Patapon 2.
While Patapon 1+2 Replay is a pretty straightforward rerelease of its PSP counterparts, it remains an incredibly unique and deeply engaging set of games.
Patapon 1+2 Replay brings back two of the PSP’s most unique rhythm-strategy games with sharper visuals, smooth performance, and a few helpful tweaks. The core gameplay is still fun and challenging, and Patapon 2 gives you more to mess around with. There’s nothing new in terms of content or story, but the rhythm-command loop still feels great.
Patapon 1+2 Replay offers an irresistible march to the beat of its drum. Though it eschews radical reinvention, this collection's harmonious blend of sight, sound, and strategy makes it an essential purchase for anyone craving a unique, upbeat challenge.
PATAPON 1+2 REPLAY is the package designed for those who want to dive back into the fun and captivating experience originally released on PSP. The accessibility settings added by Bandai Namco allow anyone to interact with the franchise, especially given the budget price.
Review in Italian | Read full review
At first glance, there aren't any major differences between parts 1 and 2. A Paragate, Evolve upgrade trees, and breeding Patapons work a bit differently here and there, but overall, both feel very similar, and you wouldn't expect part 2 to be a sequel. You'll undoubtedly spend many hours with the game, but once you've finished part 1, you won't discover much new in part 2. It feels more like an expansion. I, for one, enjoyed the game for many hours. PATAPON 1+2 REPLAY is therefore a welcome reintroduction to perhaps the best PlayStation Portable game ever. It's therefore remarkable that a part 3 hasn't arrived yet. In any case, we assume this is a preview of a sequel in the franchise!
Review in Dutch | Read full review