The Patapon tribe were once an incredible force to be reckoned with, guided by their god, Almighty. No foe was too great, no treasure out of reach, as they searched for the fabled Earthend. However, these days are long gone, and the Patapons are now a shadow of their former selves. Take on the role of Almighty, and restore the Patapons to their former glory!
Patapon is a hybrid game that combines elements of rhythm games like PaRappa the Rapper with strategy games such as Advance Wars. Players control 'Almighty', the Patapons' god, as they guide them in search of Earthend. The player uses the Circle, X, Square and Triangle buttons to perform different drum beats, which correspond to actions like advancing, retreating or attacking. By performing correct beats without mistakes, the Patapons enter 'Fever' Mode, making their actions stronger and faster.
By collecting items like meat and wood, and spending Ka-ching (the game's currency), players can create new Patapon units at the Tree of Life. These units can be prepared for battle before entering a stage to receive better armor, shields, and weapons, which will help them fight more effectively against their foes.