《從前從前有個塊魂》（日文名稱：ワンス・アポン・ア・塊魂，英文名稱：We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie）是《塊魂》系列的重製加強版作品，由萬代南夢宮製作並發行。最初的原版在2005年登場，是系列第二作，也是《塊魂》之父高橋慶太最後一次直接參與的作品，後來在2023年推出現代化重製版本，登陸多平台，包括Nintendo Switch、PlayStation、Xbox與PC。Switch實體版在2025年10月23日販售。

延續系列獨特又充滿荒誕幽默的世界觀與玩法，劇情圍繞「國王與王子」父子展開。大宇宙的國王因為意外毀掉整個宇宙的繁星，於是王子奉命前往地球製作巨大的塊球。故事起點在第一代《塊魂》的事件之後，由於王子在前作中成功完成任務，受到全世界玩家的喜愛與讚譽，這次他要滿足世界各地粉絲的願望，滾動更多奇妙的物品來實現各種古怪請求。劇情中穿插國王年少時的回憶，能在特別關卡「皇家回憶篇」中操控年輕的國王，體驗他成長與訓練的故事，讓角色形象更立體。

操作方式依舊維持系列經典的「滾動球體」機制，玩家控制王子（或年輕的國王）推動一顆「塊魂」，不斷將地面或場景中的物品吸附到球體上，使其變得越來越大。場景範圍從家庭室內到城市街道，甚至延伸到大自然與宇宙，每個關卡都有不同的目標與限制，例如在時間內達到指定大小、收集特定種類物品等。操控雖然簡單，但需要靈活運用雙搖桿或對應的控制方式來精確滾動，並根據場景布局選擇最佳路線，以在有限時間內達到最佳結果。重製版在操作流暢度、畫面解析度與貼圖細節上全面提升，同時新增輔助功能，如更直覺的教學與便利的進度儲存系統，讓新玩家也能輕鬆上手。新增到具有吸引物品的「磁鐵」跟增加滾動速度的「火箭」。

市場評價普遍正面，評論者認為本作不僅保留原作的奇思妙想與幽默感，畫面與音樂依然充滿魅力，加上色彩鮮明的美術風格與輕鬆愉快的氛圍，讓遊戲具備極高的療癒感與重玩價值。尤其「皇家回憶篇」為角色塑造帶來更多情感深度，受到系列粉絲的喜愛。不過，也有部分玩家指出，雖然重製版在視覺與便利性上有所提升，但核心玩法與關卡結構與原作幾乎相同，對期待更多創新內容的老玩家而言驚喜感有限。

整體來看，《從前從前有個塊魂》既是對經典的致敬，也是成功的現代化復刻，對初次接觸系列的新玩家來說是進入《塊魂》世界的最佳起點，對老粉絲而言則是一場充滿懷舊與趣味的再會。它依舊是將「簡單操作」與「天馬行空」完美結合的獨特作品，讓人不由自主地一玩再玩。

Once Upon a Katamari (Japanese title: ワンス・アポン・ア・塊魂, English title: We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie) is an enhanced remake of the Katamari series, developed and published by Bandai Namco. The original version debuted in 2005 as the second entry in the series and was the last title in which Katamari creator Keita Takahashi was directly involved. In 2023, a modernized remake was released for multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, with the physical Switch version scheduled for release on October 23, 2025.

The game continues the franchise’s distinctive and absurdly humorous world and gameplay, centering on the father-and-son duo of the King of All Cosmos and the Prince. After the King accidentally destroys all the stars in the universe, the Prince is tasked with visiting Earth to create massive “katamari” balls. The story picks up right after the events of the first Katamari Damacy. Having successfully completed his previous mission and won admiration from players worldwide, the Prince now sets out to fulfill requests from fans across the globe, rolling up more peculiar objects to grant their quirky wishes. Interwoven into the narrative are flashbacks to the King’s youth, which can be experienced in the special “Royal Reverie” stages, where players control a young King and witness his growth and training, adding more depth to his character.

Gameplay retains the series’ signature “rolling ball” mechanic, in which players control the Prince (or young King) to push a katamari that collects objects from the environment, making it grow larger and larger. Stages range from small indoor rooms to bustling city streets, and even into nature and outer space. Each stage has unique objectives and constraints, such as reaching a specific size within a time limit or collecting certain types of items. While the controls are simple, players must skillfully use dual analog sticks (or equivalent inputs) to roll precisely, plan routes based on the layout, and meet goals efficiently within the time limit.

The remake improves overall control responsiveness, visual resolution, and texture detail. It also adds helpful new features, such as more intuitive tutorials, a convenient save system, and new power-ups like the “Magnet” for attracting objects and the “Rocket” for increased rolling speed.

The game has received generally positive reviews. Critics praise its preservation of the original’s whimsical creativity and humor, along with its colorful art style, charming music, and relaxing, replayable nature. The “Royal Reverie” stages, in particular, have been well-received for adding emotional depth to the characters. However, some players note that while the remake upgrades visuals and quality-of-life features, the core gameplay and stage structure remain almost identical to the original, offering limited surprises for longtime fans seeking innovation.

Overall, Once Upon a Katamari serves both as a tribute to a classic and a successful modern revival. For newcomers, it’s an ideal entry point into the Katamari world; for veteran fans, it’s a nostalgic yet still delightful reunion. The game remains a uniquely charming blend of “simple controls” and “wild imagination” that keeps players rolling again and again.