Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival

Taiko No Tatsujin has been one of the main rhythm games since 2001 in Japan. The games are based solely around the taiko drum, much like Guitar Hero used to be solely guitar. It took a long time for the series to properly break out in the west, but the process was definitely pushed along by the inclusion of Taiko No Tatsujin: The Drum Master being added to Xbox Game Pass. Just like older Guitar He...

All though here’s a problem that rears its ugly head: this game has a lot of loading screens, and it’ll take time just getting to the start menu much less looking around the main menu. As you play the game, your level “increases” but it isn’t finalised til you return to the menu and activate the level-ups, which is unskippable. Heck, when you unlock multiple cosmetics in a row, they all pop up one...

After its successful Nintendo Switch run, Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival arrives on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with enhanced features and refined gameplay. This latest installment in the long-running rhythm game franchise combines its characteristic charm with modern technical improvements, expanded content, and diverse gameplay modes. Our review delves into the game’s expansive fe...

If you're craving more taiko drumming then look no further because Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is here and it's phenomenally fun.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival features a killer setlist, a great difficulty curve, and a splash of flash. While the subscription-based Taiko Music Pass is a questionable addition, this title is well worth a drum solo (or quartet).

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival has a massive song list with multiple modes and addicting yet simple gameplay. The DLC and subscription service adds an incredible amount to that list, but does make me worry for the future of the game. Even so, this is a great choice if you want to jam out alone or with friends.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is another solid entry into this bizarre but lovable drumming rhythm game. The 70 songs included within the game offer plenty of variety, but it’s a shame some of the best tracks are locked behind the Taiko Music Pass subscription. The multiplayer modes on offer are a welcome touch, but if you’re expecting more minigames like Drum ‘n’ Fun, you may be disappointed...

Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival has potential, but with it’s overwhelming animations and pricey day-one DLCs, it’s hard to recommend to anyone looking to get into the series.