DDR makes its next-generation debut on the Xbox 360. Dance Dance Revolution: Universe, takes dancing to a whole new dance floor – offering features and options not possible until now. Over 65 new songs, including songs and dance remixes exclusive for the Xbox 360, licensed songs, and popular hits. New How To Play, Trial and Super Easy modes aimed at first-time players and beginners. All-new nonstop megamixes now offer “DJ continuous mixes” of multiple songs just like a real dance club. New Relay mode lets friends and family play DDR like a marathon race, allowing players to switch off to other teammates and keep the dance party going all night long . Enhancements to the common modes and features from the original DDR series, including Workout Mode, Edit Mode, Quest Mode, Party Mode and more. Xbox Live enabled online competitions, download new songs and dance steps, upload content, compete head-to-head, view internet ranking, instant messaging/email, talk live and more.
Is this the next-gen DDR that fans have been waiting for or has the franchise gone stale? Find out in this Dance Dance Revolution: Universe video review.
DDR Universe features are:
* Over 65 new songs, including songs and dance remixes exclusive for the Xbox 360, licensed songs, and popular hits.
* New how to play, trial and super easy modes aimed at first-time players and beginners.
* All-new nonstop megamixes now offer “DJ continuous mixes” of multiple songs just like a real dance club.
* New relay mode lets friends and family play DDR like a marathon race, allowing players to switch off to other teammates and keep the dance party going all night long.
* Enhancements to the common modes and features from the original DDR series, including workout mode, edit mode, quest mode, party mode and more.
* Xbox live enabled online competitions, download new songs and dance steps, upload content, compete head-to-head, view internet ranking, instant messaging/email, talk live and more.
* New Xbox 360 exclusive downloadable song packs.
To quote the video review: “DDR looks and feels pretty much like it always has. Most people will find some music they like in the game’s library, especially if they’re partial to Euro-style dance remixes. DDR fanatics might be a bit disappointed at the lack of series’ classics on the roster, but should still be fairly satisfied with what’s included.
Dance Dance Revolution is quickly becoming a tired franchise, and Universe doesn’t do much to change that. With that said, there’s no denying it’s a solid game with enough content to keep people playing until the inevitable sequel. It might not have the cool factor of say, Guitar Hero, but fans of the series won’t be disappointed with its first next-gen outing.”
Design — 8.3
Gameplay — 7.6
Overall — 7.8