Katamari Forever

1. iBash

   Jan 18, 2012

   10

   Can't say there was a single thing I did not like about this game. Now the only downside would be it's almost completely a compilation ofCan't say there was a single thing I did not like about this game. Now the only downside would be it's almost completely a compilation of levels from the prequels, but as it was my first Katamari game, I didn't mind and with the music remixed and the updated graphics, you'll love it even if you already played the older games. Don't get confused, though, the game is quite challenging despite the supercute appearance! Loving it.… Expand

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2. JeffG.

   Sep 24, 2009

   10

   Reviewing this game is tough, since the $50 price tag is steep for a refinement, but you have to approach this game for what it is - aReviewing this game is tough, since the $50 price tag is steep for a refinement, but you have to approach this game for what it is - a refinement/love letter to fans, and it's a way for PS3 owners to enjoy Katamari in HD.
   To be honest, Katamari has all of the problems that it always had - behind-the-curve graphics (and some slowdown in this one), a weird camera, and sometimes a bit of awkward collision detection. Also, the "gate of entry" into the series is just as tough as ever - the controls are unconventional and the newbie will be smacked in the face with both super-cute Japanese visuals and very sophisticated Japanese pop music.
   The reviews so far have not mentioned how far the Namco crew have gone to make this a great title for fans of the game. First of all, many PS3 owners do not own a 360, expecting the great Japanese games to be on their system - Beautiful Katamari came and went without these fans caring, since it wasn't that great anyway. Here we have an entirely new soundtrack, full of creative arrangements of classic tunes and a few new ones as well. For example, hearing Kirinji cover a different song from We <3 Katamari and then hearing a newer artist (GUIRO, excellent musician!) cover the Kirinji tune is an awesome experience for fans of the series.
   Think of this as Katamari Snow Leopard or a good reiteration of Tetris. The jump and the heart pickups are great ways to amend big problems with the original design. Older stages are often populated with new stuff, almost making them "new" - almost. In the end, this really isn't a game for those new to Katamari - it's a game made completely for the fans, a fanfared return to Dual Shock controls, and an epic celebration of the series' history. Heck, pink hearts appear instead of the word "love" in a nod to the old game!
   If you've got the cash and loved the old Katamari games, pick this up. If you're frightened by cute stuff and Japan, and can't wait to get your copy of ODST, I wouldn't shell out the cash.… Expand

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4. midipon

   Nov 7, 2015

   10

   This should be the go-to Katamari game for everybody. It has tons of content, cool music, and some nice bells and whistles. It's not reallyThis should be the go-to Katamari game for everybody. It has tons of content, cool music, and some nice bells and whistles. It's not really anything new, it's more like an updated collection, but there's really nothing incredibly wrong with that depending on how you come into it.… Expand

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5. mrnice

   Sep 18, 2013

   8

   I almost gave a 9 to this humorous, joyful title. The thing is, I had fun playing it. The sound effects make it feel charmingly Japanese, andI almost gave a 9 to this humorous, joyful title. The thing is, I had fun playing it. The sound effects make it feel charmingly Japanese, and the graphics are charming as well, presenting every bit of the hugely varied game world in a cute, happy way. If it had an online versus mode ("roll up the opponent and advance to a harder opponent") it could have extended the play a lot. As it is, it's "just" a brilliant and mad mixture of Pokemon, tank simulators, anime, adventure, puzzle games and racing. Katamari Forever is apparently sort of a 'best of' earlier Katamari games, with some new levels. It was my first time with the series, and I had fun. If you look at it as a 'best of remastered' release of great content, then you will be pleased. It's a genius rental game since you can blast through it in a couple of days and it will be a wholly new experience if you've never played Katamari before. But there's enough beef in there to warrant a purchase as well, with the different unlockables and collectibles. I can't give a 9/10 since I got frustrated a couple of times because progression required some amount of luck, but it wasn't bad, and after all the player gets his/her revenge at the end of each level, as all those obstacles are rolled up.… Expand

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6. karmasleeper

   Feb 11, 2013

   8

   If you've played the original Katamari and We *heart* Katamari on PS2, then you have played Katamari Forever. The game features two mainIf you've played the original Katamari and We *heart* Katamari on PS2, then you have played Katamari Forever. The game features two main types of levels, black and white dream sequence levels from the King of All Cosmos which are essentially revisits to PS2 stages, and all new stages inspired by Robo King of All Cosmos. Yes, I want what they were smoking when they thought this up. The game attempts and fails to incorporate six axis motion into the new Prince Hop move, but fails miserably. It's far more effective to press the shoulder buttons to initiate this new move instead. Other than that, the controls are identical to every Katamari game. Great game for those who never had a chance to play the PS2 Katamari games and still a great game for those who don't mind revisiting past levels.… Expand

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7. CodyJ

   Sep 23, 2009

   8

   It doesn't offer anything Katamari fans haven't seen before, but it's the most complete version of the game to date. Best for It doesn't offer anything Katamari fans haven't seen before, but it's the most complete version of the game to date. Best for people new to the series, but the design is still fun if you don't mind the "best of" version of the game.… Expand

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8. Codoro

   Aug 12, 2014

   6

   I went in to this game a huge fan of the first two Katamari games, and while this title is by no means bad it feels... unfair. I had to bustI went in to this game a huge fan of the first two Katamari games, and while this title is by no means bad it feels... unfair. I had to bust out the old games to be sure and even got a second opinion from a friend and it all pointed to the same conclusion.
   
   This game is HARD.
   
   What I really loved about the Katamari series was the sense of childlike fun you had rolling up stuff and listening to the terrified screams of the innocent, but this game feels like you are constantly on a deadline. I used to be able to roll up the King on the make the moon mission in the first game, but in this one I found myself constantly on the brink of failure. And some of the special missions seem to be designed to infuriate, and you are required to beat them in order to progress.
   
   Now, all thing considered a Katamari is a Katamari, and in some ways this does some really cool things with the formula. However, overall it feels like a step BACKWARDS for the series, making it less fun and more stressful than any of the games before.
   
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