We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie is an action game centered on rolling a growing ball of collected objects through varied environments. The core premise follows the Prince of All Cosmos as he gathers items on Earth to form stars that restore the night sky after the King of All Cosmos destroys the original stars. Players control the Prince directly, pushing the katamari across stages that range from indoor rooms filled with household items to outdoor towns and larger landscapes.
Gameplay
The central loop involves moving the katamari to absorb objects that match or fall below its current size. Early stages focus on tiny items such as paper clips, snacks, and small toys scattered in homes. As the katamari expands, it gains the ability to collect larger targets including furniture, vehicles, buildings, animals, and people. The size limit creates a natural progression where players must plan routes to gather enough mass before tackling bigger obstacles. Controls emphasize precise steering with dual analog sticks for forward movement, turning, quick dashes, and 180-degree spins. This system rewards careful navigation around obstacles and efficient collection paths rather than speed alone. Graphics received a full redesign for modern displays, and the user interface was updated for clearer size tracking and objective display. A selfie mode lets players pause rolling to capture images of the Prince and his cousins amid the collected objects.
Game Modes
The main experience consists of multiple stages that task players with reaching target sizes within time limits while rolling up specific categories of objects. These stages appear in sequence and increase in complexity as the katamari grows across different settings. Royal Reverie adds five separate challenges where players control the King of All Cosmos during his childhood. These levels feature stricter additional objectives and tougher layouts that test the same rolling mechanics under greater pressure. The challenges draw from the King's strict upbringing under his father and require completing the stages while meeting extra conditions. No other distinct modes exist beyond these core stages and the new Royal Reverie content.
Story and Presentation
The narrative centers on the King seeking to fulfill fan wishes by having the Prince create ever-larger katamaris that become stars. Humor arises from the absurd scale of collection and the eccentric royal family dynamic. The remaster preserves the original quirky tone while refreshing visuals to highlight the growing katamari and detailed environments. Music and sound effects support the rolling action without overpowering the focus on collection. The game remains strictly single-player with no competitive or cooperative elements.
Is It Worth Playing?
Players who enjoy methodical collection mechanics and light puzzle elements in an action framework will find the remaster engaging. The updated presentation improves clarity and visual appeal over the 2005 original, while Royal Reverie provides meaningful extra challenges for those who complete the main stages. The game suits short sessions or longer playthroughs focused on optimizing routes and sizes. Positive reception highlights the addictive growth loop and humorous presentation as reasons it remains enjoyable years after its initial release. Availability on PC makes it accessible for those interested in the Katamari series or unique action experiences.
