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Lead the Patapons toward Earthend by drumming timed orders, directing class-based squads through battles and upgrades.
Released 10 Jul 2025
Issue Orders by Drumbeat
Build Class-Based Squads
Choose Rhythmic Battle Orders
PATAPON is an action adventure where players use the rhythm of 4 Mystical Drums to command cute and mysterious eyeball-like creatures known as Patapons. As the player, you are the God of the Patapons and lead them on a grand adventure to Earthend!
Developed by SAS CO.,LTD. · Published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.









In PATAPON 1+2 REPLAY, you are the god guiding the Patapons, small, eye-like creatures, on a journey toward Earthend. The package includes both PATAPON and PATAPON 2.
Tap four drums in rhythm to issue orders and move your squad through stages. Choose commands to suit the battle, directing the Patapons to advance, attack, defend, or respond to threats as they face enemies and large bosses.
Patapon classes have different roles, such as shielding allies or attacking with arrows. Gather materials from stages and minigames to create and strengthen units, then equip them with weapons and gear. The games also offer adjustable difficulty and timing settings.
In the supplied reviews, players often celebrate returning to the games, praising their distinctive mix of rhythm commands and squad strategy, memorable music, and charming Patapons. Some also enjoy developing their army and revisiting the games on current systems. Opinions on the PC version are mixed: some report smooth play, while others describe timing or technical problems that affect the rhythm gameplay.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 38 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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