Bakeru, the spiritual sequel to the Goemon games from Good Feel will be coming west thanks to Spike Chunsoft, and there is a demo available already for those playing on Switch.
Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced the Japan-esque Wild Action game BAKERU will be released exclusively as a digital download for Nintendo Switch and Steam in North America and Europe on September 3, 2024. Good-Feel is developing the game, with Etsunobu Ebisu as producer and Tadanori Tsukawaki as director.
Adding to the excitement, this release includes new attacks: Hurricane and Spinning Top, plus a new enemy character, Lantern Boss.
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Disaster strikes Japan. It all started when Bakeru the Tanuki met Sun from the Issun clan on a stormy night. He gets caught up in a scourge that shakes the entire country. Bakeru hears that Oracle Saitaro and his Festival Troops are using a bizarre festival to take over Japan. He vows to go on a journey with Sun to bring peace back to Japan. To free Japan from the grip of evil spirits, Bakeru’s adventure to 47 Japanese prefectures begins.
In this 3D action game, take the role of the titular character Bakeru on an adventure through Japan’s 47 prefectures to defeat the diabolical Festival Troops and restore peace. There will be battles featuring fairy tale heroes and giant robots. You can fight back using your taiko drum and if you get a Henge license, use the Tanuki’s power of transformation to shapeshift into different forms.The game features the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of Japan, along with challenging stages that showcase the unique characteristics of each region.
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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
Bakeru will be released on September 3rd 2024 on Nintendo Switch and Steam
See the trailer below
