Dcubed Posted June 21, 2023 Posted June 21, 2023 Announced exclusively in the Japanese Nintendo Direct... Mameda Bakeru. A brand new game developed and self-published by Good Feel, the developers behind the original Goemon series while at Konami, a game that is totally not a brand new Goemon game! I'm praying for an English localisation for you @RedShell 3 1
Jonnas Posted June 21, 2023 Posted June 21, 2023 Even if it doesn't come out in the west, I'm certainly looking forward to listening to this soundtrack until the end of time 2
RedShell Posted June 22, 2023 Posted June 22, 2023 Nice surprise! Shame it was only in the Japanese Direct, but it's still great to see that the project hasn't been cancelled. Wonder if there's any chance this might also release on Steam/Epic, similar to how Monkey Barrels was initially revealed and released on Switch but then later arrived on PC. I don't reckon it's very likely to make it out of Japan though which is unfortunate, but there's always the option of getting it from their eShop I suppose. Although I've not imported/played a Japanese exclusive title for a long time... think the last one was actually Captain Rainbow on Wii! Anyway, here's hoping this game does well. It might convince Konami to offer Good Feel use of the Goemon IP for a remake, or better yet, an original (official ) Mystical Ninja game! 18 hours ago, Jonnas said: Even if it doesn't come out in the west, I'm certainly looking forward to listening to this soundtrack until the end of time Yep, same. 3 2
Ashley Posted June 22, 2023 Posted June 22, 2023 1 hour ago, RedShell said: Captain Rainbow on Wii Did I buy you that when I was in Japan in 2009 or was that for someone else?
RedShell Posted June 22, 2023 Posted June 22, 2023 21 minutes ago, Ashley said: Did I buy you that when I was in Japan in 2009 or was that for someone else? Think that was someone else, as I'm pretty sure I got it online from PlayAsia. Man, that's a blast from the past! Are they still going?... *has a look*... They are.
Dcubed Posted June 23, 2023 Author Posted June 23, 2023 10 hours ago, RedShell said: Think that was someone else, as I'm pretty sure I got it online from PlayAsia. Man, that's a blast from the past! Are they still going?... *has a look*... They are. Considering that almost every game now gets an English localisation (with Japanese exclusives more or less relegated to the occasional physical release that doesn’t come out elsewhere), I’m surprised that they’re still trucking along!
RedShell Posted June 23, 2023 Posted June 23, 2023 5 hours ago, Dcubed said: Considering that almost every game now gets an English localisation (with Japanese exclusives more or less relegated to the occasional physical release that doesn’t come out elsewhere), I’m surprised that they’re still trucking along! I think they must be selling a lot of this... stuff: Spoiler 1
EEVILMURRAY Posted July 3, 2023 Posted July 3, 2023 If it comes out over here and they're not going to bring Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon on the Switch Online... I supposed I'll take it!
EEVILMURRAY Posted October 17, 2023 Posted October 17, 2023 So he's really a small tanooki that has transformed into a hoo-mon? And Wario is the baddie
RedShell Posted November 17, 2023 Posted November 17, 2023 This looks (and sounds ) absolutely glorious! I really hope they also plan to release it outside of Japan. 1
darksnowman Posted January 17 Posted January 17 Controls are L/R, L+R to attack. Hold to charge. It has this sort of automatic lock-on where you'll go for the next nearest enemy when surrounded. You can also, block, dodge and jump. Standard. The only thing I reckon it could do with is a run button, although you can buy a speedup item for 100 coins. There are transformations—the first allows you to become small to access "mouse hole" sort of areas. Transformations use up energy which you get from felling enemies and general exploration. Levels have optional collectibles (5 unchinku facts, 3 souvenir doodads) and three evil disco lantern things you must destroy to unlock the big festival drum exit. You pick up coins, too, which can be used to buy items (you can carry three at a time) and you'll lose some if/when you die. 3,000 for extra health. I died twice from falling off levels into the abyss. First from getting to a spot I couldn't find a way back from, second from dropping off the top of a building to see if I could land on a lower ledge. Auto-revive item took care of a third when the spinny enemies got on top of me. It's not all action platforming; an early level is a car race. Provided the first four levels—the extent of the demo—is a decent barometer, this is reminiscent of Kirby and The Forgotten Land. 1
Hero-of-Time Posted January 17 Posted January 17 From the impressions i've read from people who imported it, it's a good game but it has massive performance issues. Apparently the frame rate is all over the place.
darksnowman Posted January 17 Posted January 17 3 minutes ago, Hero-of-Time said: Apparently the frame rate is all over the place. Noticed some slight weirdness panning the camera while moving at one or two points but nothing excessive. Could be more prominent later if levels become more demanding. But what do I know—I still generally take slowdown as the console being ambitiously pushed to its limits. Or in the case of something like Bangai-O Spirits, a welcome feature. 1
RedShell Posted January 17 Posted January 17 Wasn't aware there was a demo up for this, will check it out later.
darksnowman Posted August 13 Posted August 13 Quote Disaster strikes Japan! Oracle Saitaro and his Festival Troops are using a bizarre festival to take over Japan. Bakeru travels to 47 Japanese prefectures to free Japan from the grip of evil spirits! Spectacular action set in fairy tale Japan! Bakeru takes place in “Fairy Tale Japan,” a mix of modern Japan and old period dramas, which is divided into more than 50 stages. Battle on with Bakeru’s drum! A secret treasure passed down by Tanuki Clan. It is said to be able to purify evil spirits. Fight through enemies and traps with simple controls! Transform into fairy tale heroes! By obtaining a Henge License, Bakeru can transform into whoever gave him the license. Transform into famous Japanese heroes like Kintaro and Momotaro to use their skills and abilities. Additional features have been added to the Western release ・New Attack: Hurricane ・New Attack: Spinning Top ・Additional Enemy: Lantern Boss This has appeared on the Nintendo AU site with a planned release date of 03/09/2024! 3 2
Hero-of-Time Posted August 13 Posted August 13 1 minute ago, darksnowman said: This has appeared on the Nintendo AU site with a planned release date of 03/09/2024! Amazing. No word of a lie, I nearly imported it just last week.
Hero-of-Time Posted August 13 Posted August 13 (edited) Coming to Steam as well. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2969380/BAKERU/?curator_clanid=4777282 Given how rough the framerate is on the Switch version, it's probably worth getting on Steam for those with that option. Edited August 13 by Hero-of-Time 4
darksnowman Posted August 13 Posted August 13 3 hours ago, Hero-of-Time said: Amazing. No word of a lie, I nearly imported it just last week. Good job you held off. Yeah there's several I want to get off Play-Asia so it's nice to see a few gradually make it over here. Fingers crossed that physical may follow.
Dcubed Posted August 13 Author Posted August 13 Wahey!! Didn’t think it was gonna happen! Well haps! Sounding the @RedShell alarm! 1
darksnowman Posted August 13 Posted August 13 On the UK site now too. RRP £35. 10% off if you pre-order. Demo here as well. https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games/Nintendo-Switch-download-software/BAKERU-2626086.html
martinist Posted August 13 Posted August 13 I was hoping this was going to get a western release. Wasn't holding out much hope for it though with it being so japanese. This is a nice surprise.
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