BAKERU Releasing September 2024 In The West

Nintendo has seemingly confirmed a western release for developer Good-Feel’s BAKERU.

Originally released back in Japan as Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru ~Oracle Matsuri Tarou no Matsuri Nan!!~, the game is an action-adventure game inspired by Konami’s Mystical Goemon series. According to an eshop listing, it is planned to release on September 3rd 2024 for North America and Europe. There is also a free demo available to download.

You can check out one of the game’s Japanese trailers below, along with additional details from the eshop listing:

Bakeru’s adventure begins in this Japan-esque Wild Action Game!

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!

Spectacular action set in fairy tale Japan!
BAKERU takes place in “Fairy Tale Japan,” a mix of modern Japan and old period dramas, which is divided into more than 50 stages.

Battle on with Bakeru’s drum!
A secret treasure passed down by Tanuki Clan. It is said to be able to purify evil spirits. Fight through enemies and traps with simple controls!

Transform into fairy tale heroes!
By obtaining a Henge License, Bakeru can transform into whoever gave him the license. Transform into famous Japanese heroes like Kintaro and Momotaro to use their skills and abilities.

Additional features have been added to the Western release
・New Attack: Hurricane
・New Attack: Spinning Top
・Additional Enemy: Lantern Boss

Oddly, it seems an official announcement about this release has yet to be shared. Stay tuned for more updates as they come.

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