Patapon 1+2 Replay is now out on PC and select consoles, including the Nintendo Switch. This release marks the franchise's debut on non-PlayStation platforms.
Developed by Tokyo-based Pyramid and produced by Sony's now-defunct Japan Studio, the original Patapon launched as a PlayStation Portable exclusive in 2007. It was met with largely favorable reviews, driven by its unique gameplay loop combining strategy with classic rhythm game elements. Its sequel and threequel were released in 2008 and 2011, respectively, also as PSP exclusives. During the late March 2025 Nintendo Direct, a remastered collection of the first two entries called Patapon 1+2 Replay was announced. While the IP is owned by Sony, the remasters were unveiled by Bandai Namco, with Japanese studio SAS Co. confirmed as the lead developer on the project.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is still flying off store shelves, but those playing Nintendo's first hybrid handheld still have plenty to look forward to.
Three and a half months later, Patapon 1+2 Replay is now available for purchase, having launched for the PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on July 11. The Patapon remasters are priced at $29.99 across every platform. The two PSP classics take between...
