Dokapon Kingdom: Connect Heads to Switch in the West This Spring
Think you have what it takes to be the next king of Dokapon? You’ll be able to find out this spring, which is when Idea Factory International plans to release hybrid RPG board game Dokapon Kingdom: Connect on Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe.
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The original Dokapon Kingdom was released on PlayStation 2 and Nintendo Wii back in 2007. Among the updates to the new version is the ability to play against friends via Nintendo Switch Online, and you can see how the game looks in the announcement trailer below.
Description and features:
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Everyone in Dokapon Kingdom loves money. One day in this peaceful land, monsters suddenly appeared and began attacking nearby towns. The economy collapsed, and people were at their lowest. Taxes were no longer being paid, of course. So that’s when the King took action! He decided to gather the bravest warriors to rescue these towns so he can get paid! In exchange, the one who collects the most shall be rewarded with the Princess’ hand in marriage and the throne. And thus, an adventure for money begins, where absolutely anything goes! Key Features RPG & Board Game Lovers Unite… AGAIN! – Originally released for the PlayStation®2 and the Nintendo Wii, the hybrid party board game is now back for the Nintendo Switch! The game is simple: spin the roulette and defeat whoever stands your way! Connect With Your Best Frenemies Online – Holding a grudge never felt so good! Players can now duke it out against their friends via Nintendo Switch Online! 5 Game Modes & A Massive Game Board! – Plot your revenge and choose from 5 different game modes: Normal, Story, Shopping Race, Kill Race, and Town Race. With a kingdom spanning seven continents, who knows what shenanigans you’ll get into! Outwit Your Foes With 11 Possible Job Classes – Wanna slash your way through the Dokapon Kingdom? Choose the Warrior! Interested in conjuring flashy spells? Pick the Magician! Choose from 11 job classes and earn experience points to level up your character! Purchase or even steal items and use them to your advantage! |
Source: Press release
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