Overview
- Also Known As
- Mameda Bakeru, Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! (Japan)
- Number of Players
- 1 (Single Player)
- Genre
- Release Date
Nintendo Switch
- 30th Nov 2023, ¥5,280
Switch eShop
- 3rd Sep 2024, $39.99
- 3rd Sep 2024, £34.99
- Official Site
- nintendo.com
Reviews
Review Bakeru (Switch) - Good-Feel's Carefree Platformer For Goemon Lovers Makes It To The West
Go, ninja, go!
Editor’s note: The text below was originally published in January 2024 as an import review of Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!!, which launched in Japan in 2023. To coincide with the Western release of Bakeru on 3rd September 2024, we’re republishing our review with added impressions of the localized...
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BAKERU Guides
Guide Best Nintendo Switch 3D Platformers
Workin' the Z-axis
Revised and updated with Sonic X Shadow Generations. Enjoy! <related ids="173708"> Ah, the 3D platformer. Ever since Super Mario 64 landed and showed everyone just how good three-dimensional platforming could be, there have been developers hoping to capture just a smidgen of that game’s magic. It was a tough act to...
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BAKERU News
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (16th November)
How you dew-ing?
Another week has come and (nearly) gone, which means it's time to see what we've all got planned for our weekends. First, let's see what's been cracking off this week. It's been a reasonably quiet one for news, but we did at least get a Nintendo Direct; perhaps not the one we're all hoping for, but it was delightful nonetheless...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (26th October)
Could spooky season be upon us?
Well, the working week has come to a close and it's time to kick back with a spot of gaming. Welcome to another edition of What Are You Playing! This week on Nintendo Life, we lamented Nintendo's attempts to keep its recent playtest under wraps, ran down some of the highlights in the latest North American and
News Bakeru Switch Physical Release Announced, Out February 2025
It's still unavailable digitally in select locations
The 3D platformer BAKERU, which was recently released in the West, will be getting a physical release on the Switch. This hard copy of the game for the hybrid platform will arrive next year on 25th February 2025. Pre-orders are now live in select locations. If you end up ordering on the UK/EU...
News Bakeru Is Currently Unavailable On The Switch eShop In Europe
Update: It's back!
Update [Thu 24th Oct, 2024 03:45 BST]: Bakeru has returned to the Switch eShop in Europe! Original article [Mon 30th Sep, 2024 02:30 BST]: Switch users across Europe have noticed the recently released game BAKERU has disappeared from Nintendo's eShop. In case you're wondering what's going on, publisher Spike Chunsoft has...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (21st September)
Cap it off
Well folks, the weekend is here and it's capping off (heh) a pretty interesting week in the world of Nintendo. For starters, it's been a big one for the upcoming Switch successor. Many folks online thought that this would be 'the' week that Nintendo would finally reveal the new console, but alas, it wasn't to be. Instead, we got a...
Poll Good-Feel's Goemon-Inspired Switch Game 'Bakeru' Is Out This Week, Are You Getting It?
Go on, tell us!
Good-Feel, the developer behind certain Yoshi and Kirby games, this week released its 3D action game BAKERU locally on the Switch eShop. If you are wondering what it's like, here's a bit from our reviewhere on Nintendo Life. We thought this title was "great" awarding it eight out of ten stars: "Bakeru is a sweet, snappy, and...
Video 16 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In September 2024
Zelda, Marvel vs. Capcom, Epic Mickey and much more
September has officially arrived and it's going to be an action-packed month on the Switch front. Starting off early on the 6th, we've got games like Ace Attorney Investigations Collection to look forward. Then there's the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection in the following week. Another...
Nintendo Download 29th August (North America)
Bakeru! Emio - The Smiling Man! Castlevania!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Castlevania Dominus Collection...
Feature New Attacks, More Speed, Bigger Challenge - Good-Feel On Bringing 'BAKERU' To The West
"We've made adjustments to improve the overall gameplay experience"
Some of you may have seen earlier this week that BAKERU, the previously Japan-only 3D action platformer from Good-Feel, was announced to be coming to Western shores for a fresh English release in just a few short weeks. We loved the original Japanese release, and in anticipation of...
News Good-Feel's Goemon-Inspired Switch Game 'Bakeru' Is Getting Localised
Update: Spike Chunsoft confirms
Update [Tue 13th Aug, 2024 19:45 BST]: After last night's little slip, Spike Chunsoft has now officially confirmed that it's bringing Good-Feel's "Japan-esque" platformer Bakeru to the West. Nintendo has even shared the official trailer, which you can watch above. The game will cost USD $39.99 / €39.99 / GBP...
About The Game
Bakeru's adventure begins in this Japan-esque Wild Action 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
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