For a home controller I'd also point out the Rhythmagica TDC10. It's a bit more expensive than a HORI drum but much less expensive than the Taikoller or Taikoforce, making it the perfect middle ground between the two. I'd recommend it over the HORI drum, since the HORI drum requires a pretty grueling sensitivity mod to be playable at the muzukashii level (see my video on the matter). Additionally, the drum face of the Rhythmagica is more rubbery and bouncy, making it easier to do rolls and making it feel better in general. The only downside to the Rhythmagica is that, for console use, you need to use an app for the standard controller inputs, whereas there are buttons built into the HORI drum for whatever console you're playing on. Also it appears to be out of stock right now, but I imagine it'll be restocked before the holidays.
The VESA mount on the back of the TDC10 was my deciding factor in it, personally I have mine mounted to the wall in front of a monitor. I imagine a desk clamp or stand would also work great.
This please, I'm surprised it flew under the radar for this video, I hope he pins this comment. I'm planning on getting one for myself as a Christmas gift to me lol.
They spell it "Rythmagica" [sic]. I have many tatacons (HORI Switch, IINE Switch/PS4, TDC10, IINE Pro Max, Taikoller). While the TDC10 is better than a HORI, the missing built-in controls that you mentioned are not its only downside. The stand that it comes with is quite bad, so you more or less have to get a VESA mount option. And worst of all, it's just a bit too small, at least for my taste. The IINE Pro Max, another third party tatacon that deserves more mention, is much better in terms of playability. It's 35 cm in diameter, large but not as large as an arcade accurate tatacon (44 cm). If your are in China or can order from Taobao, then you might even get a Pro Max for less than a TDC10. Otherwise it's a bit expensive at the moment, but still less than a Taikoller.
Been so excited for the arcade version, checking round 1 almost everyday since November started to see if they got it in. Thanks for bringing more eyes on taiko!
Very well-made video! I think you've managed to cover pretty much all the essentials of Taiko in a pretty informative way. Two little things I'd like to add: - These days, aside from Taikoller and Taikoforce, there's also Zhong Taiko available as a premium drum, which some people would argue is the highest-quality drum you can currently purchase. Definitely worth a mention at least! - Giving credit to all the channels whose footage you featured would be nice! I know you credited some sources, but apparently not all of them. (I think I recognized some footage from red55taiko, for example). Hoping to see more videos like this, as I'm very eager to learn about other types of rhythm games as well!
Good points. The IINE Pro Max also deserves a mention. It's a great (and only?) intermediate option between the small tatacons and the arcade-sized premium ones.
Taiko has been released in Brazil in 2016 with a mix of japanese songs and local kid and folklorical songs. There still is a persistent flow of releases brought up to the big arcades and amusement houses... But yeah, down here is not technically "the west" as you guys say, so who cares lol.
I'd heard about this series back in the day! though didn't really get to check it out until the first switch version. so many freaking songs! but it was kinda neat using the joycons as stand-ins for the drumsticks. even though I'm sure it's a far cry from playing on one of the actual tatacon drums.
Nice video! I’m so glad that you recommend learning to full alt. It may not seem that important at first but it becomes very useful later as it actually helped me pass 10th dan.
5:52 - I play this way too much, and even in hard, no one misses a beat. Its infectious. Also hello to all the new Rhythm Festival peeps! hopefully the new PC release doesn't stink this time! ;c Hopefully we switch players will play with all of yall soon.
Taiko no tatsujin southeastern asia player here, I gotta say, this video is the most accurate video of taiko documentary I've ever seen, tried to compare, and yes, I'd say this one has the most info for a taiko beginners information
another winning video from loserman. loved the silly classroom setup bit lol. i remember back when taiko first had that ps2 home release back in 04, i was in college in a small town back then, nary a taiko dedicab for miles and miles, let alone a big box arcade, so i'd only ever heard of the game on the internet. when i heard it was getting a domestic home console release, i immediately purchased. im still a proud owner. it was disappointing as hell, just as the beatmania ps2 home release i also picked up; neither helped me really get into the game much but we did our best with what we had back then. i'm so happy that it's so available today, and that usa players are being given another chance for official domestic releases.
I started TnT 2 years ago, in 13 days I went from complete beginner to intermediate by getting the title of 1st Dan with a simulator who had the dan courses. In February 2023 I cleared Rokuchounen to Ichiya Monogatari aka A Tale of Six Trillion Years and a Night, which a mid 9* Oni. Since then I played a bit here and there but stagnating at a 8* to mid 8* Oni and until PC version released I didn't play and I do intend on learning to finally be better. Controller is more than fine but I WISH I could get an arcade taiko drum as the tatacon isn't suited for charts above 6* Oni
I remember trying to get the PS2 Taiko Drum Master and not being able to find it anywhere. That sales number is incredibly low, and I wonder if distribution was a factor.
Kinda random and offtopic, but do you know anything about rhythm games MMOs? Games like Audition, R2beat, LoveBeat, iDate... I think O2Jam goes there as well
For a home controller I'd also point out the Rhythmagica TDC10. It's a bit more expensive than a HORI drum but much less expensive than the Taikoller or Taikoforce, making it the perfect middle ground between the two. I'd recommend it over the HORI drum, since the HORI drum requires a pretty grueling sensitivity mod to be playable at the muzukashii level (see my video on the matter). Additionally, the drum face of the Rhythmagica is more rubbery and bouncy, making it easier to do rolls and making it feel better in general. The only downside to the Rhythmagica is that, for console use, you need to use an app for the standard controller inputs, whereas there are buttons built into the HORI drum for whatever console you're playing on. Also it appears to be out of stock right now, but I imagine it'll be restocked before the holidays.
The VESA mount on the back of the TDC10 was my deciding factor in it, personally I have mine mounted to the wall in front of a monitor. I imagine a desk clamp or stand would also work great.
This please, I'm surprised it flew under the radar for this video, I hope he pins this comment. I'm planning on getting one for myself as a Christmas gift to me lol.
They spell it "Rythmagica" [sic]. I have many tatacons (HORI Switch, IINE Switch/PS4, TDC10, IINE Pro Max, Taikoller). While the TDC10 is better than a HORI, the missing built-in controls that you mentioned are not its only downside. The stand that it comes with is quite bad, so you more or less have to get a VESA mount option. And worst of all, it's just a bit too small, at least for my taste. The IINE Pro Max, another third party tatacon that deserves more mention, is much better in terms of playability. It's 35 cm in diameter, large but not as large as an arcade accurate tatacon (44 cm). If your are in China or can order from Taobao, then you might even get a Pro Max for less than a TDC10. Otherwise it's a bit expensive at the moment, but still less than a Taikoller.
omg its the taiko mod guy hello taiko mod guy do you happen to like neko atsume too
i think i missed the previous 100 videos
Congrats on starting up this new series project! Thanks for having me!
It's pretty wild how difficult taiko can be when it's just two types of notes.
3:30 oh my god is that the real Zienkee! of Taiko AUNZ real and true?
Been so excited for the arcade version, checking round 1 almost everyday since November started to see if they got it in. Thanks for bringing more eyes on taiko!
10:28 you can also use your Suica/Pasmo/any IC card - so if you don't have a Banapass don't fret; just use your IC card you use for transit in Japan
Very fun video!! Glad I could contribute :D
Looking forward to more videos of this series. Nice job with this one!
Very well-made video! I think you've managed to cover pretty much all the essentials of Taiko in a pretty informative way.
Two little things I'd like to add:
- These days, aside from Taikoller and Taikoforce, there's also Zhong Taiko available as a premium drum, which some people would argue is the highest-quality drum you can currently purchase. Definitely worth a mention at least!
- Giving credit to all the channels whose footage you featured would be nice! I know you credited some sources, but apparently not all of them. (I think I recognized some footage from red55taiko, for example).
Hoping to see more videos like this, as I'm very eager to learn about other types of rhythm games as well!
Good points. The IINE Pro Max also deserves a mention. It's a great (and only?) intermediate option between the small tatacons and the arcade-sized premium ones.
Excited for the Dancerush episode!
Taiko has been released in Brazil in 2016 with a mix of japanese songs and local kid and folklorical songs. There still is a persistent flow of releases brought up to the big arcades and amusement houses... But yeah, down here is not technically "the west" as you guys say, so who cares lol.
I'd heard about this series back in the day! though didn't really get to check it out until the first switch version. so many freaking songs! but it was kinda neat using the joycons as stand-ins for the drumsticks. even though I'm sure it's a far cry from playing on one of the actual tatacon drums.
Nice video! I’m so glad that you recommend learning to full alt. It may not seem that important at first but it becomes very useful later as it actually helped me pass 10th dan.
10:06 Oh hey it's me!
Ah taiko, heard it’s coming to the US finally.
5:52 - I play this way too much, and even in hard, no one misses a beat. Its infectious.
Also hello to all the new Rhythm Festival peeps! hopefully the new PC release doesn't stink this time! ;c Hopefully we switch players will play with all of yall soon.
Fun fact: There are two Taiko no Tatsujin "RPG" games on the Nintendo 3DS
awesome vid! my first tatacon is arriving in the next few days and im so excited to play rhythm festival on steam lol
My first rhythm game! I love it!
Taiko no tatsujin southeastern asia player here, I gotta say, this video is the most accurate video of taiko documentary I've ever seen, tried to compare, and yes, I'd say this one has the most info for a taiko beginners information
Great vid, hope to see taiko in my arcade soon 🥺
another winning video from loserman. loved the silly classroom setup bit lol. i remember back when taiko first had that ps2 home release back in 04, i was in college in a small town back then, nary a taiko dedicab for miles and miles, let alone a big box arcade, so i'd only ever heard of the game on the internet. when i heard it was getting a domestic home console release, i immediately purchased. im still a proud owner. it was disappointing as hell, just as the beatmania ps2 home release i also picked up; neither helped me really get into the game much but we did our best with what we had back then. i'm so happy that it's so available today, and that usa players are being given another chance for official domestic releases.
Perfect timing for me to learn on steam version, and omg it's so epic!
I started TnT 2 years ago, in 13 days I went from complete beginner to intermediate by getting the title of 1st Dan with a simulator who had the dan courses. In February 2023 I cleared Rokuchounen to Ichiya Monogatari aka A Tale of Six Trillion Years and a Night, which a mid 9* Oni. Since then I played a bit here and there but stagnating at a 8* to mid 8* Oni and until PC version released I didn't play and I do intend on learning to finally be better. Controller is more than fine but I WISH I could get an arcade taiko drum as the tatacon isn't suited for charts above 6* Oni
I am not a fan of this game but I appreciate BAMCO making an effort to make this series more approachable stateside.
What is this and why do I like it so much??? Lol, this game seems interesting, thanks for the video
So excited for the arcade version this month
Talk about Sound Voltex next please!
he made a video about Lachryma but it's about the song's history only though
I remember trying to get the PS2 Taiko Drum Master and not being able to find it anywhere. That sales number is incredibly low, and I wonder if distribution was a factor.
A new upload!! In time for US taiko support..
Hope you do a rhythm 101 abt Love and Berry
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No way. Locha is here!
2:19 Oni was added like in 2005, not with the first game.
I hope my Round1 gets a Taiko machine
Banger Video! I Hope A Lot Of People Start Playing Taiko No Tatsujin After Watching This Video 🗣️🥹🥁
hey thats me at 4 minutes very cool
Kinda random and offtopic, but do you know anything about rhythm games MMOs?
Games like Audition, R2beat, LoveBeat, iDate... I think O2Jam goes there as well
Gamer God at 4:18
9:58 tfw it's nijiiro
Rhythm Game 101: ITG
Jaymin sent me
pcp university vibes
BGE's PCP University Lectures are some of my favorite videos so this means a lot
No syllabus :'
too cheesy. i love it.
Dead Rhythm Games - Jubeat
DEAD RHYTHM GAMES - CHUNITHM