Overview
- The first new mainline Katamari in 14 years arrives Oct. 24 on Switch, PS5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
- Early coverage based on prerelease PS5 builds reports broadly positive impressions and a PS5 Metacritic average near 80.
- Core roll-and-grow play returns with time-travel, era-based maps plus temporary in-stage power-ups such as magnets and stopwatches.
- Players can choose between traditional dual-analog controls or a simplified single-stick scheme, with easier dashing.
- Critiques note crown-gated progression, fleeting or underpowered perks, occasional camera or control friction, and a modest KatamariBall multiplayer mode.