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 “I am the sacred tree…!” EditionNEW!Ryunosuke Kamiki, Yuki Yamada, Anna Yamada
This is a promotional commercial for the ONE PIECE Card Game booster pack “Adventure on God’s Island [OP-15].” Ryunosuke Kamiki, fully in character as Enel, keeps slamming down cards and overwhelms Yuki Yamada—quite an impression.
Both of them are totally immersed in the world of the card game and having a blast.
Then Anna Yamada comes home, and the way they try to act like nothing’s happening is hilarious.
BANDAI ONE PIECE Card Game: “Kamiki’s Favorite” / “Yuki’s Favorite” / “Anna’s Favorite”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 “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 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.
Bandai Ichiban Kuji “The Excitement Won’t Stop!” VersionDaisuke Sakuma
This is a commercial introducing Ichiban Kuji, which you can buy at convenience stores and bookstores.
Daisuke Sakuma conveys the unique excitement of Ichiban Kuji—the thrill of wondering, “What will I win?” In addition to showing in-store Ichiban Kuji, it also features the smartphone version.
After watching this commercial, many people probably thought, “I want to try it!”