Patapon. My new obsession.

Ever since my girlfriend got me a PSP for Christmas I have been enjoying some very good portable gaming with some various games. Some RPG's, some racing, puzzlers, but nothing really captured the unique experience that comes from a really great handheld game. Well, a few days ago, I picked up the demo disc for Patapon and didn't put it down until I had beat the demo. Twice.

This game makes you hit certain button sequences in tune with a beat that is ongoing in each level to move your little troops forward, backward, attack,or defend. Each move has its own button sequence but all have to be hit on beat. It wasn't long before I was bobbing my head to the beat and tapping my feet as my little army destroyed the baddies. Not only is the gameplay fun and engaging, but the style is amazing. The colorful backgrounds contrast perfect with the black characters and weapons flying around the screen. Surprisingly there are lots of customization options to your army, weapons, equipment and attack style which adds a great amount of depth and strategy to the seemingly simple gameplay. This game releases soon at a price of $20. If you have a PSP, I would recommend picking it up.