If you are ready to become a drum master then it’s time to play Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master! This super fun, lithe, quirky and addictive musical rhythm game is all about jumping to lots of songs while you beat the drums to the beat for a high score. Played like other traditional rhythm games, The Drum Master is super easy to get into but takes time to master its offerings.
Don’t worry, you can play this game with a controller and drums isn’t necessary, although it will probably make the experience more immersive. However, given the colorful and vibrant nature of the presentation, The Drum Master is an accessible game, that doesn’t mean it’s easy. The following tips will help you get up to speed if you choose to participate in this drumming experience.
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Be sure to watch the tutorial first
Okay, this should be an obvious point but it still needs to be mentioned first. Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master may look like an animated music game with little challenge, however, that couldn’t be far from the truth, at least in terms of difficulty. Colorful animations and presentations provide nuanced and deep gameplay.
Simply put, go through the short tutorial first. The tutorial will quickly help you grasp what speed to use which buttons to press for different drum beats, specifically red and blue drum beats. If you forget which buttons to use, or if you ever want to switch them, you can always refer to the manual at any time to get back up to speed.
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You can always add a second player
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Master can be played solo or multiplayer. In addition to competing against others in online ranked matches, you can also add a second local player at any time. By holding down a specific face button on the song selection screen, a second player can jump right into the game to join the fun.
Musical rhythm games thrive on diversity, inclusion, and creativity, so it’s great to see The Drum Master allowing for both local and online play. Plus, it’s a great way to test your mettle in front of your friends and family. Who will get that high score?
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There is a series of difficulties
Right off the bat, Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master has a bunch of different difficulty levels depending on how ready you are for the challenge. Not only are there different difficulties, but there are different star ratings in each difficulty depending on the song you are choosing to play.
It’s a surprisingly deep and nuanced system that has been tailored to each song. You can basically choose from Easy, Normal, Hard, or Extreme, with the latter option typically allowing you to play different notes or secret parts of the song to spice things up. No matter your skill level, you can have a good time in this game.
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Spruce Up your Drum Buddy
Easily one of the most fun parts of this game is the ability to beat your lovable drummer. Yes, you can completely customize it Your empty friend with a variety of colors, costumes, pets, hats, and the like. It’s completely unnecessary but very endearing to see your smiling blank mate dressed for the occasion.
In the beginning you can change the color of your drummer but you quickly start earning money from successfully playing songs. With your money, you can enter the store to buy all sorts of quirky, whimsical and fun cosmetics for your empty friend.
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Gameplay is based on combination
Gameplay in Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master is based on combos and high scores. You basically have two separate drum notes, a blue note and a red note. Each of these notes is played using a different button on the controller and must be pressed when that note meets the center of the target zone.
To successfully delete a song, you must meet a certain threshold of scores indicated near the top right of the screen by the music score bar. To get the highest score, you need to focus on successfully hitting each beat of the drum, not missing a beat that can be said. The higher the combo you achieve, the more points and coins you get at the end of the song. It’s a simple system but it takes time to get used to.
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Many genres of music are offered
Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master has a deep music library to suit your taste. While music is certainly a subjective thing, there are bound to be at least some songs that bring a smile to your face. From classical soundtracks to anime themes to J-Pop, the variety in this game is pretty amazing.
If that’s still not enough, you can even find songs from games such as Tales of Arise and Undertale. It’s a pretty impressive lineup, and you can even buy some more songs from the in-game store.
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It’s a weird game
Honestly, Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master is a game that is completely wrong and bizarre. Luckily, this madness really benefits the game. There is so much visual diversity, presentation aspect and music that you always find something new to see or listen to.
Sometimes you just need a fun cartoon game to refresh your gaming time, especially one that challenges you and keeps you glued to the screen such as this one. People watching you play this game may have confused faces but once you put the controller in their hand they will most likely get stuck by playing fun drums.
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