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Oh, you've got to try this one!
This is a really great game. Do not be scared off by the fact that you have to jump around on a dance pad - it is a lot of fun & a good workout. You can play without the dance pad, but it is not as enjoyable. The game & pad can be purchased together as a bundle & this is less expensive than buying the two separately. I am quite clumsy & am improving at the game - if I can learn, anyone can! I was thrilled when I found out it was being released in the US. I do think that the Japanese versions (like 3rd & 4th mix) have more & better songs, so that would be my only complaint. As the majority of people in the US do not have Japanese Playstations or a modified Playstation, I definitely give it 5 stars. Also, the Dance Dance Revolution Disney Mix is coming out 9/19/01 & I have only heard good things about it. Oh, by the way, I heard that there's a DDR arcade game in Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, MO, so since I have a season pass, I'm going to check it out. I wish they had the game somewhere in the area that is open year round though!

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The one game that'll make you really sweat
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.

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Overrated
It's probably just me, but this video game doesn't fit my taste like the old-school games do. The 'excitement' found here is nothing compared to a wedding reception or a high-school prom (depending on what moves you make). Plus, only segments of the songs are included. This could be better if the whole song was played. At least that's my opinion.

I found it watching others participate, but I've been forced to give it a try to one of the 'slower' songs. Not many moves. Not too much fun.

This game seems okay if you want a good workout. I'm not bashing this game. In contrast, it might grow on me over time. Right now, I ... I may be too old-fashioned. :)