The Denpa Men: They Came By Wave
Boss Battles · Comedy · Fantasy
Boss Battles · Comedy · Fantasy
This quirky RPG distinguishes itself with its augmented reality gimmick, using the 3DS camera to "catch" colorful, antenna-sporting creatures called Denpa Men that populate your world. You build a party from these quirky characters, exploring dungeons and battling turn-based foes with their unique elemental affinities and randomized stats. Players return for the addictive cycle of exploration, capture, and team-building, all wrapped in a charming, low-fi aesthetic.
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