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{{Infobox video game
{{Infobox video game
|image = Patapon 3.jpg
|image = Patapon 3.jpg
|developer = Pyramid<br> [[SCE Japan Studio]]
|developer = Pyramid<br> [[Japan Studio]]
|publisher = [[Sony Computer Entertainment]]
|publisher = [[Sony Computer Entertainment]]
|genre = [[Music video game|Rhythm game]], [[god game]]
|genre = [[Music video game|Rhythm game]], [[god game]]
|modes = [[Single-player]]<br>Co-op (1-4 players)<br>Versus (4-8 players)
|modes = [[Single-player]], [[multiplayer]]
|released = {{vgrelease|NA|April 12, 2011|EU|April 15, 2011|JP|April 28, 2011|}}
|released = {{vgrelease|NA|April 12, 2011|EU|April 15, 2011|JP|April 28, 2011|}}
|series = ''[[Patapon (series)|Patapon]]''
|series = ''Patapon''
|platforms = [[PlayStation Portable]]
|platforms = [[PlayStation Portable]]
}}
}}
{{nihongo|'''''Patapon 3'''''|パタポン 3}} is a [[Music video game|rhythm game]] for the [[PlayStation Portable]] and sequel to ''[[Patapon 2]]''. It was developed by [[Pyramid (game studio)|Pyramid]] and [[SCE Japan Studio|Japan Studio]] and published by [[Sony Computer Entertainment]]. Gameplay is mostly unchanged from previous titles, but has a greater focus on multiplayer than Patapon 2. Like its predecessors, Patapon 3 is presented in a cartoonish, [[silhouette]]d two-[[dimension]]al environment designed by [[Rolito]],<ref name="p3gs">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3|url=http://uk.psp.gamespy.com/playstation-portable/patapon-3/|publisher=[[GameSpy]]|accessdate=27 October 2010}}</ref> now with more detailed backgrounds.<ref>http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-Portable/patapon-3-psp-qa-with-hiroyuki-kotani-more-epic-multiplayer/</ref>
{{nihongo|'''''Patapon 3'''''|パタポン 3}} is a [[rhythm game]] for the [[PlayStation Portable]] and sequel to ''[[Patapon 2]]''. It was developed by Pyramid and [[Japan Studio]] and published by [[Sony Computer Entertainment]]. Gameplay is similar to previous titles, but has a greater focus on multiplayer than ''Patapon 2''. Like its predecessors, ''Patapon 3'' is presented in a cartoonish, [[silhouette]]d two-dimensional environment designed by French artist Rolito,<ref name="p3gs">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3|url=http://uk.psp.gamespy.com/playstation-portable/patapon-3/|publisher=[[GameSpy]]|accessdate=October 27, 2010|archive-date=March 3, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160303211456/http://uk.psp.gamespy.com/playstation-portable/patapon-3/|url-status=live}}</ref> now with more detailed backgrounds.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-Portable/patapon-3-psp-qa-with-hiroyuki-kotani-more-epic-multiplayer/ |title=Patapon 3 PSP Q&A with Hiroyuki Kotani: More Epic, Multiplayer |access-date=October 30, 2010 |website=PS3News.com|archive-date=September 6, 2012 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120906183713/http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-Portable/patapon-3-psp-qa-with-hiroyuki-kotani-more-epic-multiplayer/ |url-status=dead}}</ref>

The game was first revealed during the [[Electronic Entertainment Expo 2010]] as one of the 70 PlayStation Portable games released "between now and December."<ref>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/patapon-3-revealed-coming-between-now-and-december/</ref> It was released on April 12, 2011 in North America, April 15, 2011 in Europe and on April 28, 2011 in Japan.<ref>http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/02/24/patapon-3-hits-april-12th-for-19-99-on-umd-and-psn/</ref><ref>http://www.jp.playstationUndid revision 929344989 by [[Special:Contributions/Industreeman|Industreeman]] ([[User talk:Industreeman|talk]]).com/software/title/ucjs10113.html</ref><ref>http://uk.playstation.com/psp/games/detail/item285845/Patapon%E2%84%A2-3/</ref>


==Plot==
==Plot==
''Patapon 3'' begins directly where the previous game ended. The Patapons finish the Rainbow Bridge and have crossed the river to a new land, where they find a large mysterious box. Despite Meden's warnings, the Patapons opened the box, then the Seven Evil Archfiends came out and petrified everyone, except the flag carrier, Hatapon. A new tribe, the Bonedeth Brigade, are determined to defeat the Patapons. Even the Akumapons from the previous game are encountered later in the game. However, hope is far from lost, for inside the box was not just the Seven Archfiends, but also Silver Hoshipon, which found the Almighty and offered to help restore some of the Patapons back to life. The first Patapon Silver Hoshipon restored was the Hero, fusing him with the Almighty and thus transforming him into the Uberhero (essentially, a stronger version of Hero), augmenting his powers.
''Patapon 3'' begins where the previous game ended. The Patapons finish the Rainbow Bridge and have crossed the river to a new land, where they find a large mysterious box. Despite Meden's warnings, the Patapons opened the box, then the Seven Evil Archfiends came out and petrified everyone, except the flag carrier, Hatapon. A new tribe, the Bonedeth Brigade, are determined to defeat the Patapons. Even the Akumapons from the previous game are encountered later in the game. However, hope is far from lost, for inside the box was not just the Seven Archfiends, but also Silver Hoshipon, which found the Almighty and offered to help restore some of the Patapons back to life. The first Patapon Silver Hoshipon restored was the Hero, fusing him with the Almighty and thus transforming him into the Uberhero (essentially, a stronger version of Hero), augmenting his powers.


Together, they found Hatapon and, after using the Pon drum along with Hatapon, the Uberhero learns how to use them. They also restored three other Patapons, Ton Yarida, Chin Taterazay and Kan Yumiyacha, forming the Trifecta and brought the petrified Meden along with them to their new Hideout, where they (and the player) are then introduced to the new shops, barracks, the Herogate, and the rest of the new features. The Uberhero and the Trifecta traverse the lairs of the Seven Archfiends, namely, Valor, Purity, Justice, Earnestness, Restraint, Adamance and Tolerance, with bosses Accursed Dodonga, Gaeen, Kanogias, Shookle, Cioking, Dettankarmen and Arch Pandara. After defeating Arch Pandara, the Trifecta with Hatapon march through Earthend, while Uberhero sleeps soundly. All in all, the Patapons, at last, finally, have found Earthend, and gazed at IT.<ref name="p3igns">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/objects/077/077360.html|publisher=[[IGN]]|accessdate=27 October 2010}}</ref>
Together, they found Hatapon and, after using the Pon drum along with Hatapon, the Uberhero learns how to use them. They also restored three other Patapons, Ton Yarida, Chin Taterazay and Kan Yumiyacha, forming the Trifecta and brought the petrified Meden along with them to their new Hideout, where they (and the player) are then introduced to the new shops, barracks, the Herogate, and the rest of the new features. The Uberhero and the Trifecta traverse the lairs of the Seven Archfiends, namely, Valor, Purity, Justice, Earnestness, Restraint, Adamance and Tolerance, with bosses Accursed Dodonga, Gaeen, Kanogias, Shookle, Cioking, Dettankarmen and Arch Pandara. After defeating Arch Pandara, the Trifecta with Hatapon march through Earthend, while Uberhero sleeps soundly. All in all, the Patapons, at last, finally, have found Earthend, and gazed at IT.<ref name="p3igns">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/objects/077/077360.html|publisher=[[IGN]]|accessdate=October 27, 2010|archive-date=June 22, 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100622075750/http://uk.psp.ign.com/objects/077/077360.html|url-status=live}}</ref>


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
The PSP face buttons <small>([[Image:PlayStationTriangle.svg|11px|Triangle]], [[Image:PlayStationCircle.svg|11px|Circle]], [[Image:PlayStationX.svg|11px|Cross]], [[Image:PlayStationSquare.svg|11px|Square]])</small> each represent a drum, which must be struck in accordance with an established rhythm in order to give instructions to an army of Patapons.<ref name="p3pg">{{cite web|title=E3 2010: Hands on with Patapon 3 on PSP|last=Erickson|first=Tracy|url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/PSP/Patapon+3/news.asp?c=21526|publisher=[[Pocket Gamer]]|accessdate=27 October 2010}}</ref> The main new addition being the "Uberhero" who acts as the player's avatar and is the character that physically beats the drums rather than the omnipresent god previously.<ref name="p3ign">{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Greg|title=E3 2010: Patapon 3 Preview|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/articles/109/1098717p1.html|publisher=[[IGN]]|accessdate=27 October 2010|date=5 June 2010}}</ref>
The PSP face buttons (△ ○ × □) each represent a drum, which must be struck in accordance with an established rhythm in order to give instructions to an army of Patapons.<ref name="p3pg">{{cite web|title=E3 2010: Hands on with Patapon 3 on PSP|last=Erickson|first=Tracy|date=16 June 2010 |url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/PSP/Patapon+3/news.asp?c=21526|publisher=[[Pocket Gamer]]|accessdate=October 27, 2010|archive-date=September 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200909191059/https://www.pocketgamer.com/articles/021526/e3-2010-hands-on-with-patapon-3-on-psp/|url-status=live}}</ref> The main new addition being the "Uberhero" who acts as the player's avatar and is the character that physically beats the drums rather than the omnipresent god previously.<ref name="p3ign">{{cite web|last=Miller|first=Greg|title=E3 2010: Patapon 3 Preview|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/articles/109/1098717p1.html|publisher=[[IGN]]|accessdate=October 27, 2010|date=June 5, 2010|archive-date=June 19, 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100619141533/http://uk.psp.ign.com/articles/109/1098717p1.html|url-status=live}}</ref>


The multiplayer gameplay has been expanded and will feature more heavily.<ref name="p3ps">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3 on PlayStation Portable Demo Impressions|url=http://www.pushsquare.com/16468/patapon-3-on-playstation-portable-demo-impressions/|publisher=Push Square|accessdate=27 October 2010}}</ref> A competitive mode with four-way battles has been added, complimenting the co-op system. Every level will be playable in multiplayer mode and can be played by a single player or with a total of eight players. It can be played over the internet or locally with another PlayStation Portable.<ref name="p3ign"/><ref>http://www.vg247.com/2010/08/18/patapon-3-video-reveals-four-player-co-op/</ref> Progression of characters is based on a new experience point system.<ref name="p3ps"/>
The multiplayer gameplay has been expanded and will feature more heavily.<ref name="p3ps">{{cite web|title=Patapon 3 on PlayStation Portable Demo Impressions|date=8 July 2010 |url=http://www.pushsquare.com/16468/patapon-3-on-playstation-portable-demo-impressions/|publisher=Push Square|accessdate=October 27, 2010|archive-date=July 14, 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100714223716/http://www.pushsquare.com/16468/patapon-3-on-playstation-portable-demo-impressions/|url-status=live}}</ref> A competitive mode with four-way battles has been added, complementing the co-op system. Every level will be playable in multiplayer mode and can be played by a single player or with a total of eight players. It can be played over the internet or locally with another PlayStation Portable.<ref name="p3ign"/><ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.vg247.com/2010/08/18/patapon-3-video-reveals-four-player-co-op/ |title=Patapon 3 video reveals four player Co-op |date=18 August 2010 |access-date=October 27, 2010 |archive-date=October 28, 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101028182425/http://www.vg247.com/2010/08/18/patapon-3-video-reveals-four-player-co-op/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Progression of characters is based on a new experience point system.<ref name="p3ps"/>


Communication in the multiplayer mode is done via a "Pata-Text" chat system.<ref name="p3gs"/>
Communication in the multiplayer mode is done via a "Pata-Text" chat system.<ref name="p3gs"/>

==Development and release==
The game was revealed during the [[Electronic Entertainment Expo 2010]].<ref name="E3">{{Cite web |url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/patapon-3-revealed-coming-between-now-and-december/ |title=Patapon 3 revealed, coming 'between now and December |website=[[Joystiq]] |access-date=June 19, 2010 |archive-date=July 15, 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120715120339/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/06/15/patapon-3-revealed-coming-between-now-and-december/ |url-status=dead}}</ref> It was released on April 12, 2011 in North America, April 15, 2011 in Europe and on April 28, 2011 in Japan.<ref name="NA-date">{{Cite web |url=http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/02/24/patapon-3-hits-april-12th-for-19-99-on-umd-and-psn/ |title=Patapon 3 Hits April 12th for $19.99 on UMD and PSN |website=PlayStation Blog |date=24 February 2011 |access-date=February 25, 2011 |archive-date=February 26, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110226231603/http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/02/24/patapon-3-hits-april-12th-for-19-99-on-umd-and-psn/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="JP-date">{{Cite web |url=http://www.jp.playstation.com/software/title/ucjs10113.html |title=パタポン3 |website=[[PlayStation]] |language=Japanese |access-date=February 23, 2011 |archive-date=November 14, 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171114213327/http://www.jp.playstation.com/software/title/ucjs10113.html |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name="EU-date">{{Cite web |url=http://uk.playstation.com/psp/games/detail/item285845/Patapon%E2%84%A2-3/ |title= Patapon™ 3 |website=[[PlayStation|PlayStation UK]] |access-date=April 14, 2011 |archive-date=February 2, 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170202212355/http://uk.playstation.com/psp/games/detail/item285845/Patapon%E2%84%A2-3/ |url-status=live }}</ref>

==Reception==
{{Video game reviews
|title =
|MC = 74/100<ref name="MC">{{cite web |url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/patapon-3/critic-reviews/?platform=psp |title=Patapon 3 for PSP Reviews |website=[[Metacritic]] |publisher=[[CBS Interactive]] |archive-date=March 2, 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120302164453/https://www.metacritic.com/game/psp/patapon-3 |access-date=April 5, 2021 |url-status=live}}</ref>
|Fam = 9, 9, 10, 9/10<ref name="Famitsu">{{cite magazine |title= パタポン3 |issue=May 5, 2011 |magazine=[[Famitsu]] |language=Japanese |date=April 21, 2011}}</ref>
|GI = 6.75/10<ref name="GI">{{cite magazine |first=Bryan |last=Vore |title=Patapon 3 Review: A Rhythm of Pain |url=https://www.gameinformer.com/games/patapon_3/b/psp/archive/2011/04/14/patapon-3-review-a-rhythm-of-pain.aspx |date= April 14, 2011 |magazine=[[Game Informer]] |archive-date=August 10, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110810072911/https://www.gameinformer.com/games/patapon_3/b/psp/archive/2011/04/14/patapon-3-review-a-rhythm-of-pain.aspx |access-date=July 17, 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
|GPro =
|GSpot = 8/10<ref name="GSpot">{{cite web |first=Justin |last=Calvert |title=Patapon 3 Review |url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/patapon-3-review/1900-6308897/ |date= April 18, 2011 |website=[[GameSpot]] |archive-date=April 18, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110418040226/https://www.gamespot.com/psp/action/patapon-3/review.html |access-date=July 17, 2021 |url-status=live}}</ref>
|IGN = 9/10<ref name="IGN-rev">{{cite web |first=Greg |last=Miller |title=Patapon 3 Review: Does the music-based RPG hit the right notes? |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2011/04/21/patapon-3-review |date= April 20, 2011 |website=[[IGN]] |archive-date=December 4, 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121204141156/https://www.ign.com/articles/2011/04/21/patapon-3-review |access-date=July 17, 2021 |url-status=live}}</ref>
|PG = {{rating|3.5|5}}<ref name="PG">{{cite web |first=Simon |last=Reed |title=Patapon 3: Losing its rhythm? |url=https://www.pocketgamer.com/articles/029671/patapon-3/ |date= May 11, 2011 |website=[[Pocket Gamer]] |archive-date=May 19, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110519193953/http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/PSP/Patapon+3/review.asp?c=29671 |access-date=July 17, 2021 |url-status=live}}</ref>
|Joystiq = {{rating|2.5|5}}<ref name="JStiq">{{cite web |first=Griffin |last=McElroy |title=Patapon 3 review: Pata-Pata-Pata-Punishing |url=http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/21/patapon-3-review/ |date= April 21, 2011 |website=[[Joystiq]] |archive-date=April 24, 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110424112029/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/04/21/patapon-3-review/ |access-date=July 17, 2021 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
}}

''Patapon 3'' is considered "mixed or average" according to [[Metacritic]].<ref name="MC" /> ''[[Famitsu]]'' inducted the game into their Platinum Hall of Fame.<ref name="Famitsu" />

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==References==
==References==
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{{reflist|colwidth=30em}}

==Further reading==
*{{cite web|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/objects/077/077360.html |title=P3 |work=[[IGN|IGN UK]] |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://uk.psp.ign.com/articles/110/1103675p1.html |title=Patapon 3 Multiplayer Demo Coming |work=[[IGN|IGN UK]] |date=2 July 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/PSP/Patapon+3/news.asp?c=21526 |title=E3 2010: Hands on with Patapon 3 on PSP |work=[[Pocket Gamer]] |date=16 June 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://uk.psp.gamespy.com/playstation-portable/patapon-3/|title=PAtapon 3 Overview |work=[[GameSpy]] |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.1up.com/news/patapon-3-multiplayer-demo-coming |title= Patapon 3 Multiplayer Demo Coming July 6 |work=[[1UP.com]] |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/psp/patapon-3/g-201006151331153010 |title=Patapon 3 |work=[[GamesRadar]] |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=260495 |title=Gamescom: Patapon 3 trailer |work=Computer and Video games|accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.siliconera.com/2010/06/22/pick-your-patapon-3-superhero/ |title=Pick Your Patapon 3 Superhero |work=Siliconera |date=22 June 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://gamerant.com/patapon-3-multiplayer-demo-july-6-riley-28339/ |title=Patapon 3 Multiplayer Demo Raids PSP on July 6 |work=Game Rant|date=4 July 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.pushsquare.com/16468/patapon-3-on-playstation-portable-demo-impressions/ |title=Patapon 3 on PlayStation Portable demo impressions |date=8 July 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://playstationlifestyle.net/2010/07/04/rally-up-the-drummers-with-patapon-3-multiplayer-demo/ |title=Rally up the drummers with Patapon 3 Multiplayer demo |date=4 July 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.vg247.com/2010/08/18/patapon-3-video-reveals-four-player-co-op/ |title=Patapon 3 video reveals four player co-op |work=VG247|date=18 August 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.gamingnexus.com/FullNews/E3-2010-Patapon-3-trailer-and-info/Item18307.aspx |title=E3 2010 Patapon 3 trailer and info|accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.ps3news.com/PlayStation-Portable/patapon-3-psp-qa-with-hiroyuki-kotani-more-epic-multiplayer/ |title=Patapon 3 Q&A with Hiroyuki KOtani more epic multiplayer |work=PS3news.com|accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://n4g.com/news/592453/patapon-3-story-preview-characters-and-gameplay-screenshots |title=Patapon 3 story preview characters and gameplay screenshots |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}
*{{cite web|url=http://www.destructoid.com/sony-japan-teasing-patapon-3--176104.phtml |title=Sony Japan teasing Patapon 3 |work=Destructoid |date=11 June 2010 |accessdate=October 27, 2010}}


==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.jp.playstation.com/scej/title/patapon/3/ Patapon 3 Official Japanese Website]
*[http://www.jp.playstation.com/scej/title/patapon/3/ ''Patapon 3'' official Japanese website]
*[https://archive.is/20130131084552/http://www.pataponpsp.com/ Patapon 3 Official North American Website]
*[https://archive.today/20130131084552/http://www.pataponpsp.com/ ''Patapon 3'' official North American website]
*[http://www.patapon-game.com/ Patapon 3 Official European Website]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20080913123755/http://www.patapon-game.com/ ''Patapon 3'' official European website]


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Patapon 3
Developer(s)Pyramid
Japan Studio
Publisher(s)Sony Computer Entertainment
SeriesPatapon
Platform(s)PlayStation Portable
Release
  • NA: April 12, 2011
  • EU: April 15, 2011
  • JP: April 28, 2011
Genre(s)Rhythm game, god game
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Patapon 3 (パタポン 3) is a rhythm game for the PlayStation Portable and sequel to Patapon 2. It was developed by Pyramid and Japan Studio and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. Gameplay is similar to previous titles, but has a greater focus on multiplayer than Patapon 2. Like its predecessors, Patapon 3 is presented in a cartoonish, silhouetted two-dimensional environment designed by French artist Rolito,[1] now with more detailed backgrounds.[2]

Plot

[edit]

Patapon 3 begins where the previous game ended. The Patapons finish the Rainbow Bridge and have crossed the river to a new land, where they find a large mysterious box. Despite Meden's warnings, the Patapons opened the box, then the Seven Evil Archfiends came out and petrified everyone, except the flag carrier, Hatapon. A new tribe, the Bonedeth Brigade, are determined to defeat the Patapons. Even the Akumapons from the previous game are encountered later in the game. However, hope is far from lost, for inside the box was not just the Seven Archfiends, but also Silver Hoshipon, which found the Almighty and offered to help restore some of the Patapons back to life. The first Patapon Silver Hoshipon restored was the Hero, fusing him with the Almighty and thus transforming him into the Uberhero (essentially, a stronger version of Hero), augmenting his powers.

Together, they found Hatapon and, after using the Pon drum along with Hatapon, the Uberhero learns how to use them. They also restored three other Patapons, Ton Yarida, Chin Taterazay and Kan Yumiyacha, forming the Trifecta and brought the petrified Meden along with them to their new Hideout, where they (and the player) are then introduced to the new shops, barracks, the Herogate, and the rest of the new features. The Uberhero and the Trifecta traverse the lairs of the Seven Archfiends, namely, Valor, Purity, Justice, Earnestness, Restraint, Adamance and Tolerance, with bosses Accursed Dodonga, Gaeen, Kanogias, Shookle, Cioking, Dettankarmen and Arch Pandara. After defeating Arch Pandara, the Trifecta with Hatapon march through Earthend, while Uberhero sleeps soundly. All in all, the Patapons, at last, finally, have found Earthend, and gazed at IT.[3]

Gameplay

[edit]

The PSP face buttons (△ ○ × □) each represent a drum, which must be struck in accordance with an established rhythm in order to give instructions to an army of Patapons.[4] The main new addition being the "Uberhero" who acts as the player's avatar and is the character that physically beats the drums rather than the omnipresent god previously.[5]

The multiplayer gameplay has been expanded and will feature more heavily.[6] A competitive mode with four-way battles has been added, complementing the co-op system. Every level will be playable in multiplayer mode and can be played by a single player or with a total of eight players. It can be played over the internet or locally with another PlayStation Portable.[5][7] Progression of characters is based on a new experience point system.[6]

Communication in the multiplayer mode is done via a "Pata-Text" chat system.[1]

Development and release

[edit]

The game was revealed during the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2010.[8] It was released on April 12, 2011 in North America, April 15, 2011 in Europe and on April 28, 2011 in Japan.[9][10][11]

Reception

[edit]

Patapon 3 is considered "mixed or average" according to Metacritic.[12] Famitsu inducted the game into their Platinum Hall of Fame.[13]

References

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