Great exercise, great fun!
(36 of 37 Found this Helpful)
September 20, 2001
Dance Dance Revolution is a game that challenges you to press (or step on) the correct sequence of arrows in time to dance music. I bought the game/pad bundle, and it was the best gaming investment I've made. Although you do have to be careful when storing the large mat, since creases can make its operation finicky, it has held up rather well under months of regular use. The nifty practice modes allow you to slow down the pace, add hand-claps to show you the proper rhythm of the steps, and repeat a small section of a song again and again until you have it perfected! There are also several workout modes, including a non-stop that allows you to dance to every song in roughly 30 minutes. It keeps track of the time and calories burned for the current session, as well as your totals. Of course we can't forget the actual game mode! There are options for total beginners to super-mega-experts! It would take you a long, long time to master every song to its extreme. This game has high replayability, and is fun at parties, too! I highly recommend getting the large mat controller, because it just isn't very fun using only your thumbs! I admit, after several months you may get tired of the same two dozen songs, but you'll be several thousands of calories lighter and happier, too!
I can see a dream in your dance.....
(21 of 21 Found this Helpful)
April 13, 2001
I was first exposed to Dance Dance Revolution at an Anime convention in Chicago in May 2000, but didn't get to actually play it until December 2000. From that point I was hooked!
I currently own both of the imported Dreamcast versions, and import Playstation and N64 versions have been out for quite some time...
BUT
If you can't get your hands on a modded USA system or an import game system, YOUR DAY HAS COME!! This revolutionary game is a MUST-HAVE! One play of this game and I guarantee you WILL be hooked! I was turned off from video games in general for a while until I found this game!
... you'll be able to purchase a dance pad so you can move like you do in the arcades!
Best of all, for you parents out there, this game is full family fun! No violence present in this game, so you can rest easier about your children's playtime (or rather, dancetime)! You may even find yourselves getting as hooked on the game as Junior! I should know, I'm pushing 30, myself!
Also, if you're trying to lose weight, this game is the perfect addition to your diet and exercise regimen! I know people who have lost more than 50 pounds playing this game!!
The only drawback I can see is: It's the only domestic version of DDR. But, depending on how well this sells, there may be more "Mixes" to come in the future, to keep you dancing in the years to come!
Bottom line...this is a MUST-HAVE game! Order it now! ^.^v
The one game that'll make you really sweat
(30 of 32 Found this Helpful)
March 23, 2001
Forget Tamagotchi and Pokemon, the next real Japanese phenomenon has arrived in the U.S. -- it is Dance Dance Revolution (aka DDR).
I've been playing the Japanese version(s) of DDR for years now--and it's a blast. To experience the full effect of the game you really need to get yourself one of the dance pad controllers that Konami, or third party companies, have made. Then instead of merely pushing buttons on a control pad, you actually get up and dance to the music in the game. IMO, this is the only way to play, although you play with just a standard PlayStation control pad without having to actually dance (NOT AS FUN!). Unfortunately, the official Konami brand dance pad controllers won't be released in the U.S. until at least April '01--a real shame for people who are going to be buying the game at its release in March. But lower-quality third party pads are available now.
Music selections are a mix of 28 techno and dance tunes. There's nothing here that you'll have heard before on the radio on these shores, but trust me, if you like dance music in general you won't be disappointed by the song selection (although hardcore DDR fans might be, since this song list differs from those of the Japanese versions).
Here's how to play: Arrows (up, down, left and right) move upwards towards the top of the screen. As the arrows land inside of the directional templates at the top, you put your foot on the correct direction. It's all done to the beat of the music, so it's a little easier to tell when to press the right direction. At first, it'll seem very difficult, but with patience and practice, you'll be cutting up a rug like nobody's business.
The really great thing about this game is that it's a blast to play in groups. If it doesn't take the country by storm it'll be because Konami hasn't marketed it correctly and gotten the word out. Yes its premise is public embarassment--at least at first when you're not doing very well. But if you can swallow your pride and look stupid for a minute and a half or so (that's how long each song is) then you'll be into it. Besides being a fun game it's also a good form of exercise and gets you off of the couch or wherever you usually sit when playing video games. A Workout Mode is built-in so you can actually track how many calories you're burning while playing.
Unique,Fun,Infectious,and a COMPLETE BLAST!
(23 of 26 Found this Helpful)
February 17, 2001
All right, after a while of testing out their "Dance Simulator" in Arcades (to rave reviews) Konami has brought it out on a home console. America, here is your chance to get in on the sensation that is sweeping the US! Put a FUN game in that PS1/2! Utilizing Konami's unique dance pad peripheral Dance Dance Revolution only asks you to step (or touch with any other part of your body =P)on the corresponding arrow on the pad when prompted to do so. As you play, solid arrows scroll up from the bottom of the screen towards clear arrows situated near the top of the screen. When a solid arrow matches with a clear arrow that's your cue to hit the same arrow on the dance pad! Four directions keep it simple, up, down, left, and right, however with over 25 varying songs and 3 levels of difficulty, as well as a "Workout Mode" and a "Super Easy" beginner mode, Dance Dance Revolution never gets old! The music selection, while not perfect, takes all of best music from DDR 1.5, and DDR 2nd Mix, while tossing in a few faves from DDR 3rd Mix as well.(No Butterfly, sadly...)Three Paranoia mixes and If You Were Here, for the veterans out there, as well as Boom Boom Dollar, Have You Never Been Mellow, and Brilliant2U Orchestra Groove for casual groovers and dance fans. A video game devoid of any violence, fun for all ages, and a GREAT WORKOUT all in one! BUT! One thing is a MUST! YOU MUST HAVE THE KONAMI DANCE PAD! The game's enjoyment level drops conciderably without it. Bonus! With two dance pads TWO people can dance against eachother in "Couple Mode" as well as one person working BOTH pads in "Double Mode" quite a sight! Perfect for parties! So, with this knowledge go, pre-order the "Perfect Dance Simulator" and remember that video games CAN teach you new things, like how to dance. (maybe...)
The king of all party games has finally arrived !!!!
(12 of 12 Found this Helpful)
May 29, 2001
I have played all kinds of DDR games (I haven't played DDR 5th Mix just yet) from the 1st to the 4th mix. I love them all, except for the import version of Dance Dance Revolution and Dance Dance Revolution 2nd Mix which suffers a short selection of songs, corny graphics, and the crappy offbeat sequence. When the U.S. version of Dance Dance Revolution came out, I thought that it would be like the import version, but it was nothing like that. Instead, it used the DDR 3rd Mix game engine. Now that's a good thing, considering that 3rd Mix was the best DDR in the first place. In this game, you will see some familiar characters from DDR 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Mix (YES ! I finally get a chance to choose Dread Snake !). People usually ignore the graphics and just concentrate on the fun filled gameplay, but let me describe the graphics. The characters look cool and the backgrounds are so tight ! The only thing that will distract you during the gameplay are the flashing lights. There are a few songs that could have been in the list like "Dam Dariram", "Paranoia Rebirth", "Butterfly", "Butterfly Upswing Mix", "Bumblebee", "Captain Jack Grandle Remix", "The Race", and "Boom Boom Dollar K.O.G.G. Mix". Even if those songs weren't included, a few great songs were included like the three "Paranoia" series, "Afronova" (everyone's favorite song), "Dub I Dub", "Dynamite Rave" (my second favorite), and "If You Were Here" (my first favorite song that got me into the DDR craze). Although there weren't enough features and no new songs to unlock, Dance Dance Revolution is still the ultimate gaming expreience. If you're a raver, you should be able to master this game in no time. I think it's best if everyone tries this game out. This game is not only good for parties, but it's also good for exercising your legs (there's a "Diet Mode" available for you to select ! I highly recommend it !). If you're reading this, always remind this to yourself. If you're going to get this game or any kind of import DDR game, don't forget the Dance pad. These Dance pads are sold everywhere in different game stores and other stores that sells videogames and accessories. If you hear other people saying that DDR is a load of crap, don't listen to them ! Whoever says that, doesn't know how to dance or take the challenge. If you want to workout and have fun at the same time, get Dance Dance Revolution for your PlayStation game console.
Note: There are two Dance Dance Revolution titles for Dreamcast. Dance Dance Revolution: Club Version and Dance Dance Revolution 2nd Mix: Dreamcast Edition. I heard both of these games are the greatest including 2nd Mix for Dreamcast. Too bad they won't be coming to the U.S. since the Dreamcast is about to die an early death !
