Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Card & Board Game
- Platforms: Nintendo 64
- Developers: Pandora Box
- Publishers: Imagineer
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan (1998)
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan, known as Glitter Force! 64 Detective Club in Europe and Glitter Force in North America, is an action-adventure game developed by Konami and HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. It was released in Japan on December 11, 1998, and in Europe and North America in 2000.
The game follows the adventures of a group of six children who form a detective club to solve mysteries in their hometown of Kiratto Town. The player controls one of the six children, each with their own unique abilities, and must use their skills to investigate crime scenes, gather evidence, and solve puzzles.
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan is a charming and unique game that stands out from other adventure games on the Nintendo 64. Its colorful cast of characters, engaging puzzles, and exciting story make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Gameplay
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan is played from a third-person perspective. The player controls one of the six members of the detective club, each with their own unique abilities. The player must use their skills to investigate crime scenes, gather evidence, and solve puzzles.
The game is divided into six chapters, each with its own unique mystery to solve. The player must use their detective skills to gather evidence and solve puzzles in order to progress through the game. The game also features a variety of minigames, such as a rhythm game and a puzzle game.
Characters
The player can choose to control one of six different characters in Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan. Each character has their own unique abilities and personality.
- Mikey is the leader of the detective club. He is a brave and determined boy who is always willing to help others.
- Suzy is the brains of the detective club. She is a smart and resourceful girl who is always able to find a way to solve a puzzle.
- Pico is the tech expert of the detective club. He is a shy and introverted boy who is always tinkering with gadgets.
- Milly is the fashionista of the detective club. She is a confident and outgoing girl who loves to dress up.
- Jonny is the strongman of the detective club. He is a kind and gentle boy who is always willing to lend a helping hand.
- Lily is the youngest member of the detective club. She is a curious and imaginative girl who loves to explore.
Story
The story of Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan begins when the six members of the detective club are investigating a series of strange occurrences in their hometown of Kiratto Town. They soon discover that a mysterious organization is behind the strange events, and they must use their skills to stop them.
The detective club travels to a variety of locations during their investigation, including a haunted house, a secret laboratory, and a pirate ship. They must use their skills to solve puzzles, defeat enemies, and gather evidence in order to stop the mysterious organization.
Development
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan was developed by Konami and HAL Laboratory. Konami is a Japanese video game developer and publisher that is known for creating popular franchises such as Metal Gear, Castlevania, and Silent Hill. HAL Laboratory is a Japanese video game developer that is best known for creating the Kirby series.
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan was directed by Hideo Kojima, who is known for directing the Metal Gear series. The game was produced by Shigeru Miyamoto, who is known for creating the Mario and Zelda series.
Reception
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its charming characters, engaging puzzles, and exciting story. The game was also a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Kiratto Kaiketsu! 64 Tanteidan is a classic Nintendo 64 game that is still enjoyed by fans today. The game’s unique gameplay, charming characters, and exciting story make it a must-play for fans of the adventure genre.
The game has been re-released on the Wii U Virtual Console and the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Review Score
7.5/10
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