Yo-Kai Watch Blasters: Red Cat Corps 3DS

Yo-kai Watch Blasters: Red Cat Corps for the Nintendo 3DS is an action-RPG spin-off of the main Yo-kai Watch series, released worldwide in September 2018. Unlike the turn-based mainline games, this title focuses on real-time "beat 'em up" combat where players take direct control of Yo-kai to battle large bosses, collect Oni Orbs, and befriend new allies. Amazon UK

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Here is a detailed breakdown of the game:

Gameplay and Mechanics

• Action Combat: Instead of selecting moves via a touch screen, you actively move characters, dodge, and initiate attacks in real-time.
• Mission-Based: The gameplay revolves around taking on missions from the hub (Blasters House), which include storyline missions, patrols (free-roam), and boss battles.
• Four-Player Co-op: Up to four players can tackle missions together locally or online. If playing alone, AI controls the remaining three party members.
• Classes & Roles: Players choose from four classes: Fighter (damage), Tank (defense), Healer, and Ranger (support).
• Boss Battles: The core of the game involves "Big Boss" fights, which often include multiple stages and specific strategies.
• Oni Orbs: The main currency gathered during missions, used to level up characters and buy equipment. Nintendo
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Story and Setting

• Premise: The game is a parody of Ghostbusters, where Jibanyan leads a "lame" team of Yo-kai who must be trained by Sgt. Burly to become a proper defense force, acting as a supernatural neighborhood watch.
• Setting: Players operate out of the "Blasters House," a firehouse hub, and move through various environments tackling "Terror Time" shenanigans. Nintendo
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Red Cat Corps vs. White Dog Squad

• Version Exclusives: Red Cat Corps and its counterpart, White Dog Squad, have distinct content. Red Cat Corps features different exclusive Yo-kai (around 50+), unique bosses, and specific missions compared to the White Dog version.
• Linking: Players can trade Yo-kai between versions to collect all 400+ available characters. Nintendo
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Key Features

• Befriending: After defeating bosses, players can use rhythm-based skills to win over foes.
• Upgrade Systems: The base includes a gym, a shop for gear, and "Soulcery" to transform Yo-kai into items.
• Post-Game: Includes "Moon Rabbit Crew" content, which adds more missions and boss types.