PaRappa the Rapper 2

PaRappa the Rapper 2

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Product Description
The first PARAPPA THE RAPPER revolutionized the video game world with its emphasis on gamer creativity, music, and non-violent gameplay. Well, the adorable rapping puppy has returned to action, and this time he’s got new motivation for busting his wicked rhymes: It seems that a wicked group of super-villains known as the Noodle Group wants to transform all of the world’s hamburgers into pasta. Take on the role of title character, rapping your way owing to eight massive levels of adventure in 128-bit glory. The animation stylishness that turned so many heads in the original PARAPPA gets a slight upgrade, though the 2D characters and 3D backgrounds still combine to yield the same unique look. Rhythm-based gameplay provides dozens of unique challenges for gamers of all ages (really, this one’s for adults and kids alike), putting memory and coordination skills to the test. There are plenty of release-player thrills, though this is one splendid game to play with a friend.Amazon.com Review
Released in November 1997, the original PaRappa the Rapper was lauded for its unadorned gameplay and unique setting. One of the first rhythm sports meeting to hit the American market, it required gamers to match onscreen commands à la Simon Says. Its accessible gameplay, combined with an offbeat tale (a rapping canine trying to win the heart of a flower), songs, and characters made it a hit. Now in PaRappa the Rapper 2, Sony brings back its ancient dog to the PS2, but doesn’t bother to teach him new tricks. It’s a fun but small game that anyone can play. But, fans of the original may be disappointed that Sony hasn’t advanced the series much in the last four years (28 in dog years).

This time around PaRappa must stop the evil Noodle Syndicate that’s turning all the food in the world into noodles. The wacky tale unfolds in Rodney Greenblat’s unique visual stylishness. The playful graphics are 2-D with heavy cel shading, but aren’t much of an advancement from the original. It would have been nice if Greenblat had made a 3-D version of PaRappa. Likewise, the gameplay is virtually identical to the original. Although there is a two-player mode that adds replay regard, players can easily beat the eight levels in release-player mode in fewer than four hours. Perhaps the largest disappointment is the game’s music; although cute, the game’s tunes aren’t nearly as memorable as those in the original. Still, players new to the series will find the game charming. Fans of the original are bound to be a bit disappointed. –Raymond M. Padilla

Pros:

  • Cheerful graphics stylishness
  • Unadorned gameplay
  • Humorous songs

Cons:

  • Graphics and gameplay aren’t too different from the original PS One version
  • Extremely small
  • Songs aren’t as memorable as in the original

Amazon.com Product Description
You gotta’ do what? You gotta’ believe that he’s back! See if you have enough rhythm to keep the beat with everyone’s favorite rappin’ puppy. Join PaRappa and a cast of characters ancient and new on a mission of the greatest importance: to prevent the Evil Noodle Syndicate from turning everything into noodles. Dance by the side of with the foot-stomping tunes and catchy lyrics made by musician Masaya Matsuura, the talent behind the original PaRappa the Rapper. As in the original game, the graphics were made by New York artist Rodney Greenblat. The title includes guest appearances by Lammy and her band MilkCan, plus the ultimate rapping sensei, Chop Chop Master Onion. The multiplayer mode allows two rapping disciples to square off, while the practice mode lets you learn how to get your beat on.

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