Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure isn’t just a really long game title, it’s a really long game title for a game that happens to be for the 3DS. Sega looks to have a winner with Rhythm Thief, as it looks to have blended the best elements of Professor Layton and Rhythm Heaven. Here’s what Senior Vice President of Marketing at Sega Europe Gary Knight has to say:
“Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure blends rhythm, puzzles and a compelling story set in one of the world’s most exciting cities in a way that has never been seen before. This unique blend makes creative use of the Nintendo 3DS’ technology, offering an engaging, challenging and most importantly fun experience throughout.”
I need to see more before I declare it my Game of Forever 2011, but I’m seriously considering picking up a launch copy. If there are dancing cats in the game, I’m totally sold. Head past the jump for the full press release.
FEEL THE RHYTHM, BEAT THE MYSTERY!
Forget the Paris you know and prepare for a whole new adventure on Nintendo 3DS
LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (August 30th, 2011) ”“ SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasureâ„¢ exclusively for Nintendo 3DSâ„¢. In Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure, players are immersed in the mysterious rhythmic adventure in the city of Paris, recreated in stunning 3D vision on the Nintendo’s new handheld console. Pump up the tempo in early 2012 with the most mysterious musical adventure to hit the Nintendo 3DS yet.“Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure blends rhythm, puzzles and a compelling story set in one of the world’s most exciting cities in a way that has never been seen before,” says Gary Knight, Senior Vice President of Marketing at SEGA Europe and SEGA of America. “This unique blend makes creative use of the Nintendo 3DS’ technology, offering an engaging, challenging and most importantly fun experience throughout.”
Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure sees players enter the secret life of Raphael, infamous among Parisians as an honourable thief for stealing famous works of art only to return it days later. Dive into Raphael’s world and help him find the Wristlet of Tiamat to unmask the mystery behind his father’s disappearance. Whilst unravelling the truth players will encounter an assortment of different rhythm challenges to master. Tap the screen, swipe the Nintendo 3DS stylus and control the gyro to the beat of the music to manoeuvre Raphael through the unique streets of Paris, brought to life by stylish animations and vibrant 3D maps and landscapes.
Rhythm Thief & the Emperor’s Treasure offers a unique enjoyable single player experience, as well as toe-tapping multiplayer and uses the innovative StreetPassâ„¢ communication system. Unearth the clues hidden behind treasures scattered around Paris, call on your sense of rhythm and use all your puzzle solving skills to help Raphael get to the bottom of the mystery.
The moment you mentioned a blend of Professor Layton and Rhythm Heaven, this game went on my list. Looks like a bit of Elite Beat Agents, too. Like you, I have to see more before making a decision, but…man, there's so much potential in that idea!!!
By the way the press release describe the gameplay, this game sounds like an Elite Beat Agents clone. This is fine, SEGA, I liked that game, but at least try to have some originality.
Damn 2012 is shaping up to be a great year for the 3DS.
This
Animal Crossing
Luigis Mansion 2
Metal gear Solid 3D
Resident Evil Revalations
The closest thing to EBA/Ouendan the 3DS is going to get.
3DS getting lots of support after the price drop which is great news for us as well!