Puppeteer

A thousand gallant heroes have set off on countless noble quests to battle endless baddies since the dawn of video games. But this time, things are very… different. From the boundless imagination of SCE Japan Studio, this is a fast-paced platform adventure set entirely on the stage of a magical theatre – where quick set changes and dynamic lighting effects keep the world constantly moving, while an interactive audience watch, and cheer, their hero’s every move. This is a dark fantasy fairy tale bursting with ideas and gameplay that will draw in gamers (big and small!) with its truly remarkable story and stacks of amazing new surprises. You’ve never seen anything like this before… Step into the theatre of fantasy In a faraway land an evil king is turning children into wooden puppets before devouring their heads to boost his wicked powers. Our hero Kutaro is the latest victim, but unlike other children he soon discovers that puppets can find new heads in the strangest of places. With the help of a mysterious witch, Kutaro steals the evil king’s magical scissors and then escapes! But to find his way home Kutaro begins an epic journey to take down the kingdom’s 12 fearsome generals… and eventually come face-to-face with the evil king himself. The show must go on. Become the unwitting star of a truly mesmerising and immersive theatrical experience. Prepare to explore strange lands without even leaving the stage: Constant set changes will move the world around you. Multiple heads are better then one. You can change heads at any time – there are over 100 to find, and each one has its own special use. Can you discover the four special heads hidden in the kingdom and unlock their almighty powers? Wield the magical, mystical golden scissors. Cut and crop your way through all of the obstacles standing in your path. Slice, slash and chop at your enemies in fast and frantic battles. Travel at great speeds in any direction through the strangest of lands.