Patapon 1+2 Replay Reviews
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
Patapon 1+2 Replay offers a visually and technically enhanced version that improves performance smoothness, without any fundamental changes to the gameplay or content. The game retains its unique identity and delivers an interactive musical experience that remains as captivating as ever. It presents an opportunity for new players seeking a different kind of rhythm experience, as well as for longtime fans to enjoy the classic in its best possible form.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay finally gives these quirky rhythm-strategy games the treatment they deserve. It not only polishes up the originals but also significantly improves upon the 2020 remasters with quality-of-life enhancements we never realized were missing. It’s still as grindy, as bizarre, and as utterly unique as ever, even almost two decades on. It’s a bit disappointing that this collection excludes Patapon 3, but what’s here marches to the beat just fine.
If you've always been curious to play the Patapon series but never had the chance to do so before, Patapon 1 + 2 Replay is certainly the ideal game for you to take your first steps in the series. With well-done graphics, the developers of this port have done a much better job than the remasters previously released on PS4. I had a lot of fun with the game, but I confess it's not the kind of game I'd want to buy right now, especially considering that I have no nostalgia for the original.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
There's much more to "Patapon" than one might initially imagine, and that's why the remake collection is still both playable and highly recommended. If you haven't tried "Patapon" yet, you should do so now!
Review in German | Read full review
Patapon 1+2 Replay is a nostalgic blast from the past and features many upgrades from the original titles, including difficulty and latency sliders. While the story is light and the timing can be strict, this re-release manages to capture the charm of the originals while updating the games to stand alongside other modern titles, making Patapon 1+2 Replay a must-own for fans of the series.
There really isn’t much more to say. Patapon 1+2 Replay is something that should be experienced. A throwback to a wilder time at Sony, where new hardware would be a place for whimsical experimentation. It’s a game that plays with wild ideas, and ones that generally all succeed. If you’re looking for something strange and different, or want to spend some time with a classic, you can’t do much better.