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BAKERU

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

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Release
September 3, 2024
1 year and 333 days ago
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Very Positive399 reviews94.5%

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About the 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 Steam release
・New Attack: Hurricane
・New Attack: Spinning Top
・New Attack: Hurricane + Spinning Top Combo
・Additional Enemy: Lantern Boss

■About the gameplay
・Play as Bakeru and use your "Henge" powers of transformation to overcome stage obstacles and enemies.
・Features over 47 stages based on the prefectures of Japan, each with their own unique motifs.
・Includes variant stages where you transform into a vehicle and race off or take to the skies for air combat!