About the Game

Okamiden is a picturesque action adventure game for the Nintendo DS and DSi. Taking place a few months after the events of the original game, Okami, Okamiden follows the adventures of Chibiterasu – a young sun god who is summoned to protect the land. Following in the footsteps of its parent Amaterasu, the sun-god-turned-wolf in Okami, Chibiterasu takes the form of an adorable wolf pup for the mission ahead. Chibiterasu joins forces with a rich cast of characters to fight off a new threat that has leeched the world of its vibrant color again. Beyond the battles, Chibiterasu and buddies comes to realize their inner potential and accept the kinship that comes with being the children of great heroes and gods.

Gameplay

Using the DS stylus, players wield a celestial brush controlled by Chibiterasu. This powerful tool can attack enemies, paint helpful objects and structures into existence and help Chibiterasu perform exceptional feats that will change the world before the player’s eyes. Chibiterasu’s partners in the game will have unique abilities of their own that help the player conquer puzzles and face an onslaught of perilous challenges. By blending vivid myth, artistic action and the innovative Nintendo DS, Okamiden has all the makings of a handheld classic. Okamiden takes the best elements of the Okami series and combines them with invigorating new features delivering an extraordinary adventure sure to please fans of the series and newcomers alike.

Key Game Features

• Canvas and Brush – The touch screen and stylus of the Nintendo DS are the ideal tools to simulate Okamiden‘s trademark celestial brush. The stylus brushstrokes are pressure sensitive which helps to accurately depict the look and feel of Sumi-e artwork – a graceful watercolor art.
• Partner-Up – Using the in-game Partner System, players can join forces with new characters in the game, each possessing unique abilities that will help Chibiterasu defeat enemies and conquer puzzles.
• Striking Visuals – The beauty of the highly stylized Japanese calligraphy and scroll paintings are depicted in pixel-perfect handheld glory.
• Dynamic Action – Employ brush techniques learned from various celestial deities and Power Slash, Bloom, and battle a diverse lineup of monsters and demons rooted in Japanese folklore.
• Interactive Puzzles – Draw bridges into existence, transverse canyons, and connect winding paths through space by using the Celestial Brush and the abilities of Chibiterasu’s partners.
• Ensemble Cast – The main character, Chibiterasu, is a youthful sun god that has taken the form of an adorable wolf pup. Chibiterasu partners up with an equally endearing cast of characters that aim to restore order to the land while learning lessons from majestic, playful deities. Many characters will be easily recognizable to fans of Okami while several are new to the series.
• Compelling Narrative – Okamiden tells an amazing story that is both morally impactful and fun. With a complex mix of themes like friendship, responsibility and love between parent and child, players are promised a memorable experience that will be appreciated for its depth, humor, and universal truths.

[amazon_enhanced asin=”B003IOGPAO” /]My Take on the Game

I decided to review this game fully after I had played it for a while to be able to give a more honest review. In saying this, I have to say that the game itself is very fun. The story is well-written, and I even found myself sitting through the cut scenes becasuse of how well it was laid out and the quality animation. I will say that it was nice that they gave you the option of skipping the scenes if you wanted, but all-in-all, for me, I watched them and enjoyed them along with the game itself.

The game play itself was great. The animation was high quality and the characters were, for the most part, well developed as well. The only character that could have used some more development was the main villain. I liked that the Monsters were all based on Japanese myth and this allows the player to learn some Japanese culture while still enjoying the game.

All-in-All, this was an enjoyable game, and one that I would highly recommend to all Nintendo DS owners!

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