Through a statement, Bandai Namco today announced the launch of digital editions of Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival for Nintendo Switch. The new Rhythm game of the saga is now available on Nintendo eShop in its two versions, Standard and Deluxe, the latter which adds 90 days to the Taiko Music Pass with 500 additional songs.
«After a four-year hiatus, everyone’s favorite drum rhythm game is back with exciting new and old features and all-new music.“, said Dan HamSenior Brand Manager, Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
«TAIKO NO TATSUJIN: RHYTHM FESTIVAL is a wonderful entry, or ‘maraviDONsa’, in this beloved franchise, adding online battles, a party mode, and a music subscription service with over 500 songs, delivering the richest experience yet for returning players. , and a fantastic entry point for new players«, concluded the Senior Brand Manager.
For those waiting for the physical version, it will go on sale on October 7.
A trip to the city of Omiko
In this new title, players will arrive at the music festival in the colorful city of Omiko. Upon arrival, DON-chan will meet Kumo-Kyun, who will guide him through the different locations in the city. In addition to 76 new songs, the game features story mode, party mode, mini-game battle in the “Great Drum Toy War”, plus a practice mode.
The song grid includes new tracks like “gurenge» de Kimetsu no Yaiba, «Feel Special» y «Racing into the Night«, in addition to Nintendo songs such as the theme song of Super Mario Bros. y The Legend of Zelda. Additionally, if you have data from Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum N Fun (2018), you will receive three additional songs, as well as some added customizations.
Taiko Music Pass
Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival includes, for the first time in a franchise game, the new Taiko Music Pass. This membership allows access to an additional 500 songs, which will be available in the game’s Taiko mode.
This can be purchased through the Deluxe version of the game, as well as separately on the Nintendo eShop for 30 and 90-day access.
