Bakeru getting English release in the west

Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! is getting a release in the west as simply Bakeru, a listing on the eShop reveals. It will launch on September 3, 2024.

For those who haven’t heard of the game previously, Bakeru is made by Good-Feel – the studio that recently made Princess Peach: Showtime but also handled Kirby’s Epic Yarn, Wario Land: Shake It, Yoshi’s Woolly World, and Yoshi’s Crafted World. Spike Chunsoft will be responsible for the overseas launch, which features a couple of new attacks and an additional enemy.

Here’s an overview of 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 western release

• New Attack: Hurricane
• New Attack: Spinning Top
• Additional Enemy: Lantern Boss

Depending on your region, a demo for Bakeru is already available. We have more on the game here.