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Katamari Damacy

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The King of All Cosmos accidentally destroyed the stars and—having recovered—wants the prince to rebuild them. Unfortunately the prince stands a little less than half a foot tall, so recreating the stars will require some effort. Enter the Katamari, a sphere the prince can push around our world to “roll up” items increasing the Katamari’s size until it’s suitable for the King.

Taking place in stylized versions of Japanese houses, cities, and environs, the prince pushes the Katamari around collecting items which adhere to it. At first, the prince can only pick up smaller items, but as the Katamari grows, the more it can collect. Push pins and paper clips cling to the Katamari increasing its size so it can roll over obstacles and pick up bigger items. Over many levels, the Katamari can eventually pick up people, cars, and other bigger items.

Players steer the Katamari from a third-person perspective using the analog sticks on the PS2. A tutorial stage takes the player through the controls and sets up the story as well as introducing a side story about a Japanese girl who can feel the cosmos. Wanting to challenge the prince, the King sets requirements on the Katamari’s size and sets time limits on the level. Bonus missions restore constellations and have their own restrictions.

The world of Katamari Damacy is brought to life with off-beat animation and a catchy soundtrack. Players can find presents hidden in the levels that contain accessories for the prince. Two players can also battle head-to-head in a Katamari competition.

Spellings

  • 块魂 - Chinese spelling (simplified)
  • 塊魂 - Japanese spelling

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Producer
Localization Producer (Namco LTD.)
Localization Specialists (Namco LTD.)
Project Supervisor
Product Marketing Manager
Marketing Specialist
Public Relations Manager
Senior Quality Assurance Manager
Quality Assurance Lead
Quality Assurance Testers
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1001 Video Games

Katamari Damacy appears in the book 1001 Video Games You Must Play Before You Die by General Editor Tony Mott.

Title translation

Katamari Damacy is pronounced "Kah-tah-mah-ree Dah-mah-she." It roughly translates to "Clump of Souls" in English.

Awards

  • Electronic Gaming Monthly
    • February 2006 (Issue #200) - #172 out of 200 on the "Greatest Games of Their Time" list
  • GameSpy
    • 2004 – #10 Game of the Year
    • 2004 – #3 PS2 Game of the Year

Information also contributed by Big John WV.

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Game added by Lucefin.

PlayStation 3 added by Charly2.0.

Additional contributors: Terrence Bosky, Unicorn Lynx, Namaenashi, DreinIX, Patrick Bregger, FatherJack.

Game added September 27th, 2004. Last modified March 28th, 2023.