LocoRoco 2 will roll out at $20

Last February, Sony released the PlayStation Portable real-time rhythm game Patapon at a $20 suggested retail price to entice hesitant consumers to give the unconventional game a chance. Apparently Sony was pleased with the game's performance at that price point, given that the company announced today that it would be taking the same strategy with LocoRoco 2.

Scheduled for a February 10 release on the PSP, LocoRoco 2 retains the original game's distinctive visual style, emphasis on 2D platforming action, and catchy music. New additions to the game include underwater action, a new multiplayer mode, story-based levels, and rhythm-based minigame segments.

Already released overseas, LocoRoco 2 received a score of 8.5 from GameSpot Australia.