Drew Hurley
Cubed3Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun! (Nintendo Switch) Review
Published 12/24/2018
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Switch - 11/2/2018
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n' Fun!
Enjoy the cult classic arcade rhythm game from Japan in the comfort of your own home! Play to the beat using your own drum with a wide variety of new songs and challenge your friends to prove who has the best taiko skills. Use motion controls to enjoy Taiko like never before! Unlock beloved characters to help you on your journey to become a legendary taiko drummer! Utilize the interactive features of the Nintendo Switch to connect, share, and play with family and friends.
- Developer
- Bandai Namco Studios, Dokidoki Grooveworks
- Publisher
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
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81
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70–90
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The critic average is 81 across 10 scored reviews, with a 20-point spread. Critics mostly agree, but there is some useful variation in the individual reviews.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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Jason Faulkner
Game RevolutionTaiko no Tatsujin Drum Sessions/Drum ‘n’ Fun Review – Drum Up Some Fun
Published 11/30/2018
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80
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Read originalHeidi Kemps
GameSpotTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun / Drum Session Review - Rhythm Party
Published 11/20/2018
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70
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Read originalMitchell Parton
Nintendo World ReportTaiko No Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun (Switch) Review
Published 11/13/2018
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85
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Read originalRichard Seagrave
GameSpewTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun! Review – GameSpew
Published 11/6/2018
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Digitally DownloadedReview: Taiko no Tatsujin! (Nintendo Switch)
Published 11/6/2018
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Read originalGavin Lane
Nintendo LifeReview: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum'n'Fun! - Worth The Wait, But Don't Forget That Drum Controller
Published 11/5/2018
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Read originalDave Aubrey
WccftechTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! Review – Tubthumping
Published 11/2/2018
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Read originalChris Carter
DestructoidReview: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum 'n' Fun (Switch)
Published 11/1/2018
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Read originalMiguel Moran
TheSixthAxisTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun! Review
Published 11/1/2018
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