Bakeru

About

Bakeru is a 3D platformer where you play as a tanuki boy armed with a giant drum. He must travel across 47 Japanese prefectures to stop a rogue oracle and his army of festival spirits from hijacking the country. Combat revolves around rhythmic drum attacks and dodging enemy waves, with each level mixing platforming puzzles and boss fights. The colorful environments shift between urban and rural Japan, often warped by magical chaos. The game stands out for its quirky art direction and tight rhythm mechanics, blending action with whimsy. Good-Feel’s reputation for family-friendly design shines through, with a 78% critic score on Metacritic reflecting its polished execution. While not breaking new genre ground, Bakeru delivers a brisk, charming adventure that feels distinct from typical platformers.

Storyline

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!