Taiko: Stand Master
by Eric Caoili 
{ Feb 26th 2008 at 11:15AM }
Similar to its Sangokushi Taisen DS-branded base, Hori has another themed stand set in the works for rhythm game series Taiko no Tatsujin. The adjustable platform comes in red and has two holders for the drumstick styli that come with every copy of the original game. Also included in the kit is an adorable screen wipe The bundle may or may not also come packaged with the attachable banner of cheering characters -- we haven't decided yet if this would be distractingly goofy or awesome to the max.
Japan has already seen one Taiko DS title release and has another coming, whereas every other country's DSes have been so far Taiko-less. Thus, it's safe to assume that Hori's accessory won't appear in North American stores any time soon. Import shop Play-Asia, however, has the stand available for preorder (due April) for $19.90. Peek past the break for a look at the full, watermarked product sheet.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
TheCoats @ Feb 26th 2008 11:23AM
Please nintendo RELEASE THIS GAME TO ME!!!!!!!......I want!!!!!!
TheCoats @ Feb 26th 2008 11:23AM
The Happiness is overwhelmingly powerfull!!!!!!.....MUST GO MUST BUY!!!
Michael K. @ Feb 26th 2008 12:20PM
I have a DS stand similar to that, but it isn't from a game. I have the Hori DS stand, and I love it, I use it all the time, its great for games like Ace Attorney, Trauma Center, and other stylus based games. I had to import mine, but considering how awesome it is, they should be available in the US.
Amanda @ Feb 26th 2008 2:58PM
Oh my... I may need to have this! :D I love my Taiko, and this would make drumming easier!
Sandy @ Feb 26th 2008 5:32PM
My questions is: Can u position the stand vertically and horizontally? Because i would still like to play Planet Puzzle League and Hotel Dusk on this.
Egon Pax @ Feb 27th 2008 8:42AM
Below is basically the same exact stand, which does rotate to be in either the horizontal or vertical view. The one below is white and doesn't have the dual styli holders. :)
http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-b8-49-en-15-stand+ds-70-1gwa.html
Here is a review by the A-list (IMHO) internet celebrity, CheapyD!
http://nintendo.joystiq.com/2007/02/07/ds-lite-stand-video-review/
maggie @ Feb 26th 2008 10:26PM
holy great god of nintendo. I need this now.
Egon Pax @ Feb 27th 2008 8:45AM
Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that I really want this... now. Along with Taiko DS. Play-Asia here I come! The game is $50.... yikes.
Btw, you can find one time use $5 off $50 orders at Play-Asia by searching. (I recommend going to www.cheapassgamer.com)
Metahari @ Apr 7th 2008 1:03PM
Does the taiko stand come with the extra piece to have games be vertical like the regular DS stand?