While you may not have heard of Animal Kaiser, let me assure you, it is THE game among kids aged 4-10. Just look at how many of them were at IAHGames’ Animal Kaiser Fiesta 2010 today:
Part of the reason they were there was to catch a special guest appearance by Akihiki Arai, producer of the Animal Kaiser series of games, who was unveiling Animal Kaiser Version 3. the newest edition of the game, which will be hitting Singapore arcades next month.
Version 3 Revealed!
Animal Kaiser is a hybrid collectible card/arcade game. There are three types of card: Animal cards, Strong Cards and Miracle Cards. Players buy packs with a random assortment (you can also win cards by playing the game) and combine one card of each type to form their deck. Animal cards consist of a variety of animals with different stats, ranging from Gorillas to Scorpions; Strong Cards affect your Animal Card’s stats; while Miracle Cards let your animal perform a specific Super Move.
You can play against either the computer, or another player. Each player starts by scanning their cards into the machine. The game itself is a one on one fight. The combat mechanic uses a roulette style system, where players will watch a series of numbers and symbols scroll by. The first wheel chooses your Animal’s Attack, while the second wheel chooses your Attack Power. Each player presses a button to stop the wheel spinning. The player that stops his Attack Power wheel with the highest digit gets to perform his move. Once the attack is complete, both players must spin their wheels again.
Each attack deals a certain amount of damage to the other player’s animal. When you deplete your opponent’s life bar, you win the game.
We caught up with Akihiki Arai, Producer of Animal Kaiser, to ask him more about the game.
GAX: Animal Kaiser is aimed at younger children. Does it have any educational value?
Arai: We try to combine education with fun. All of the Animal Cards are real animals, each one has its name, as well as where it comes from and some information about it. If you can build up an entire set of cards, it will be a bit like an encyclopedia. We tried to bring entertainment to education.
GAX: What are the differences between the different versions? Are the cards compatible with all versions?
Arai: Yes all versions can use the same cards. The main difference was that we added new, more complex creatures with each version. In Version 1, we tried to keep it simple and use only creatures young children will recognize like lions and pandas. In version 2 we added more unusual creatures like the Scorpion. Version 3 has the Tarantula creature type, which also has its own unique attack, in that it uses Venom.
GAX: How much strategy is involved in Animal Kaiser?
Arai: Not that much. It’s a simple game. There is strategy in which cards you pick to battle with, but it’s a children’s game so the skill level is quite low. It’s more about how lucky you are, but I think that appeals to children.
GAX: What’s your favorite creature from the game?
Arai: In the game, I like the Orangutan because he’s smart. He uses a remote control to perform attacks, and he uses his brain, not just brute power like some of the other creatures – he has really enjoyable moves. It’s not in the game yet, but I also like the Giraffe. We wanted to put him in the game, but because he’s so tall we’ve had problems with his head getting cut off by the top of the screen! We have to work that one out.
GAX: Do you have any tips you want to share with players?
Arai: Yes! To get the most enjoyment out of the game, when you strike the button, you must wish to win! (laughs)
Akihiki Arai, Producer on Animal Kaiser, third from right
If you’re interested in checking out Animal Kaiser, the IAHGames Animal Kaiser Fiesta 2010 is running at United Square Forum until Saturday 20th March.
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When version 5 cards come out in singapore ?
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what day they are putting animal kaiser version 4 feista
they did not say
what day they are putting version 4 at animal kaiser fiesta
my ver.3 cards already complete, i sale them
how to buy card at singapore? i live in jakarta
do you know when ver.4 in indonesia will be release?
On 15 July-10 August 2010
I have giant crocodile,special ops leo
I wish i could have Siegfried for free
me too
I wish I could get all the gold rare cards for free!!!!
i have angel snake ver 10 i sell only for $2 i am not kidding
is it original
It is sold out right
Lol…till now i only got Bengal Tiger,african elephant,hippo larry,gaint panda, blue the young shark,indian rhino….and many more….i might sell them soon… f you would want to buy, please email me on –auyongcalvin@yahoo.com.sg– we will sent it to you on any time!
How much?
hollo hotmail
Please advice where can I buy Animal Kaiser Version 3 cards? Thank you.
oh i noe a shop which sells them… at simei… the EAST shopping centre… at level 1. near a conner
Hi, would love to purchase Special Ops Leo-Gold. Call me at 9023 0980 if any available for sale.
i want to colect ops leo…
and tq i cant play in indonesia with my litlle brother
i already upgraded my family car to Hybrid to help the environment.:.*
I have Jumbo ( Or maybe Jumble)
Orangutan’s Radio Control Monkey attack is so funny!
where i can’t play in malaysia
i sell my walrus Rp.7000.000.000
go die la
i have lion but it’s beast card ,indian rhinoceros ,bengal , joe,pacifik divide,call of the wild,lava flow,earthquake,spirit of gaia,golden eagle,hippo barry,anaconda,andean condor and 1 ver.7 but i don’t now the name.Mycard ver.7 is lion but their hand is look likes a man .my card is ver.1,2,7.i don’t have a good card
giraffe,rabbit in animalkaiser here
GOLD – $50
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Special Ops Leo
Bald Eagle
GWS
Scropion
SILVER – $10
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Showdown 252
Glory of Victory 135
Swift Blow 444
Starburst Tarantula
Polar Bear
Hippo Larry
Approaching Sun
Crashing Moon
Black Hole
Ver 3 Bronze – $2 each
Feel free to call at 90413050 for fast deal.
Will deliver to your doorstep.
why so expensive .we also can buy the fake cards but can still use in ver 3. 1 packet is cost $4.00 and inside the packet got two gold rare card. anybody intersted
i can defeat blue tiger and the was came out from the machine was lowland gorrila
so now me collected 5 gold rare,5 silver rare and 2 bronze rare iam so happy
i got starbust tarantula,kid ,grey wolf,blue,nile crocodile,afriecan elephant,jo,great white shark and lion ha ha bye guy
fucking bastard boy
sorry for the bad words my bro did it never mind i ready tell my father
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I buy master blue yesterday .
are dump where u can buy master blue
where did you buy it
I have master blue ver 4
I SELL MY SPECIAL OPS LEO ONLY $20.00
Interest to purchase it from you? Is it fm Ver. 2?
no from ver 3
I will buy at $20.
SMS me at 92200710 NOW.
i tell the u secret you also can buy fake cards but can still use in ver 3.1 packet cost$4.00 inside the packet got 2gold rare the shop near my house hurry up the packet still 60 more
can i buy iam in indonesia in medan do you wanto sell to me?????????????????????
i want the SPECIAL OPS LEO card send me now
the $20 one
I HAVE SPECIAL OPS LEO VER 3
me too
that good
I HAVE SPECIAL OPS LEO VER 3 JUST CAME OUT FROM THE MACHINE
i will not be too big right?
I have orangutan
I like orangutan because he is smart
I already beat african elephant
where the place to play?
where can I play animalkaiser ver3
at timezone ,zone x ,virtual land and 7 11
AT 7\11 LOH
Will buy at $20.
SMS me at 92200710 NOW.
anyone manage to defeat the version 3 boss ?
check out the free trial cards @ AK Fiesta
http://animalkaisersingapore.blogspot.com/2010/03/ak-english-version-3-new-content.html
Anyone here playing? Wana trade cards?
I’ve got some
here’s what I got for trading
http://www.zonex.com.sg/forums/viewthread/1815/
do you have jumbo if you have i want to trade with my red scorpion if you comfirm call me or sms me on 82881712
meet me at tampinese mall timezone
ihavejumbo
I hv Florida bark scorpion wan to trade
No It is not good
Wah, a giraffe would be difficult to display for the game. If a tarantula is in the game, wouldn’t it be a “giant” spider? :p