A Bandai Namco Entertainment commercial. From game software to apps.
Bandai Namco Entertainment is a game developer that has produced many long‑loved titles, such as the Taiko no Tatsujin series and the Pac-Man series.
Nowadays, in addition to console games, they also release many smartphone games, so I imagine many of you have played a Bandai Namco Entertainment title before.
In this article, we’ll showcase a whole lineup of Bandai Namco Entertainment commercials!
They’re all ads that really convey the fun of the games, so please enjoy watching them.
Bandai Namco Entertainment commercials. From game software to apps (1–10)
BANDAI ONE PIECE Card Game: “Kamiki’s Favorite” / “Yuki’s Favorite” / “Anna’s Favorite”NEW!Ryunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, Anna Yamada
This is a commercial where the cast members each introduce their favorite cards from the ONE PIECE Card Game.
Ryunosuke Kamiki chooses Mihawk, Yuki Yamada chooses Crocodile, and Anna Yamada chooses Hancock.
Each passionately talks about their favorite character and why.
From the serious expressions on their faces, you can really feel how fun and exciting the card game is.
Bandai Namco Entertainment Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra “Real Squadra” VersionHayato Isomura, ELLY, Sunshine Ikezaki, Hina Okamoto
This is a commercial introducing the latest Dragon Ball game, Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra.
Hayato Isomura, ELLY, Sunshine Ikezaki, and Hina Okamoto appear and act out battle scenes from Dragon Ball.
They unleash iconic techniques that symbolize the series, like the aura enveloping the body, the Kamehameha, and the Spirit Bomb.
Many viewers will probably think “I knew it!” when Sunshine Ikezaki, who shines in a Krillin-like role, gets taken out in no time.
Bandai Namco Entertainment “ONE PIECE Bounty Rush” Special CM Celebrating 200 Million Downloads Worldwide
This is a commercial celebrating the mobile game ONE PIECE Bounty Rush surpassing 200 million downloads worldwide.
It highlights that it’s a game where characters from ONE PIECE take center stage, and the characters’ dynamism conveys the game’s exhilarating feel.
The way that energy overlaps with the smiles of people enjoying the game also communicates a sense of anticipation that the game will continue to grow even more exciting going forward.
Bandai Namco Entertainment “Dragon Ball: Gekishin Squad” - ‘Blast-Off Assembly’ VersionHayato Isomura, ELLY, Sunshine Ikezaki, Hina Okamoto
The commercial for Dragon Ball Gekishin Squad features an all-star cast delivering intense, game-like action.
Hayato Isomura, ELLY, Sunshine Ikezaki, and Hina Okamoto appear.
The sight of teammates flying through the sky one after another, smashing through the house walls, and gathering in the room directly conveys the work’s energy and sense of unity, heightening anticipation for the match that’s about to begin.
Furthermore, their expressions and movements as they portray the characters make the game’s world feel real, creating a composition that will appeal not only to fans but also to newcomers.
It’s a commercial that lets you fully experience the game’s power and fun.
BANDAI ONE PIECE Card Game “One-Pi Card Gathering: Netsukyodan (Blazing Intensity)” VersionRyunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, Anna Yamada
This commercial features Ryunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, and Anna Yamada, using their narration and expressions to promote the ever-hotter developments as the ONE PIECE Card Game celebrates its third anniversary.
It introduces the new booster pack as a “power-packed” release, and the actors’ astonished reactions upon seeing it effectively heighten the sense of anticipation.
The individuality in how each of them expresses surprise is memorable too, conveying how that small pack is filled with all kinds of fun.
The powerful black-and-white visuals give the impression that something exciting is about to begin.
Bandai ONE PIECE Card Game: “Wanna Give It a Try? The One Piece Card Club” VersionRyunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, Anna Yamada
This is a commercial where Ryunosuke Kamiki and Yuki Yamada introduce the ONE PIECE Card Game starter decks to Anna Yamada.
Although Anna Yamada has read the ONE PIECE manga, she has never played the card game, so Kamiki and Yamada each explain the abilities of their character cards.
The ad clearly conveys the appeal of the starter decks, which are affordably priced and ready to play right away.
Bandai ONE PIECE Card Game: “Wanna Join? The One Piece Card Club” VersionRyunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, Anna Yamada
This commercial shows Ryunosuke Kamiki and Yuki Yamada enjoying the One Piece Card Game, conveying that it’s a card game even people who mainly enjoy manga and anime can have fun with.
The story unfolds with Anna Yamada, who enjoys the manga, next to them as they play cards; as intriguing elements keep appearing one after another, viewers are gradually drawn into the appeal of the card game.
It clearly expresses that the game is even more enjoyable if you know the original work and that it’s something everyone can have fun with together.