Jessica Meno
MonsterVineTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! Review – A New DON
Published 1/2/2019
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PS4 - 11/2/2018
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session!
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. Enjoy beloved characters on your journey to become a legendary taiko drummer! Enjoy a casual and competitive Taiko arcade experience on the PlayStation 4 through standard rhythm mode and ranked versus play.
- Developer
- Taiko Team, Bandai Namco Studios
- Publisher
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
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Critic avg
75
11 scored reviews
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11
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60–90
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Score range is 21–30 points
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The critic average is 75 across 11 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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90–1001 review · 9%
80–895 reviews · 45%
70–793 reviews · 27%
Below 702 reviews · 18%
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Cody Medellin
Worth PlayingPS4 Review - 'Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session'
Published 12/26/2018
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80
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Read originalJason Faulkner
Game RevolutionTaiko no Tatsujin Drum Sessions/Drum ‘n’ Fun Review – Drum Up Some Fun
Published 12/4/2018
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80
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Read originalStephanie Sung
COGconnectedTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! Review – Drumroll, Please
Published 11/15/2018
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78
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Read originalLucas White
PlayStation LifeStyleTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! Review – Rainbows, Puppies, and Drums
Published 11/8/2018
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80
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Read originalKirstin Swalley
Hardcore GamerReview: Taiko No Tatsujin: Drum Session!
Published 11/8/2018
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80
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Read originalEric Layman
Digital ChumpsTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session!
Published 11/8/2018
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60
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Read originalCraig Edwards
Invision CommunityTaiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session! Review
Published 11/6/2018
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90
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Read originalChris Moyse
DestructoidReview: Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum Session!
Published 11/5/2018
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70
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Read originalStephen Tailby
Push SquareTaiko No Tatsujin: Drum Session - A Rhythm Game That Marches to Its Own Beat
Published 11/5/2018
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