Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party Bundle Reviews

• Review for inexperienced dancers new to DDR:

  
  By A1D5D6M67D3BRW on 2007-12-19
  As a dance challenged, lazy, out of shape gamer-girl whose nights often include pizza and movies (yeah I know there's more of you out there!) I bought this DDR wii game to help me get active. I highly recommend it to inexperienced dancers because each song has various difficulty levels (four actually, but I've yet to get passed 1- beginner and 2- basic.) It will keep you challenged and give you room to improve, making this game a good investment for the game play time.
  
  There is a good single player work out mode where you can select how many calories you'd like to burn during your session. This is basically setting a duration goal, I usually hit "100 calories" and it makes game play a bit over 30 minutes (depending on the intensity level of songs you play) before it tells you you've reached your goal. You can keep playing of course, but this is a good way to set a nightly workout goal without having to look at a clock.
  
  While I see a lot of these reviews are from dancers or kids that move like lightning, for the rest of us more "average" people this game is going to be a challenge... BUT DON'T GIVE UP!!! You are likely to hate this game for the first hour, but once you get the hang of it you'll be hooked.
  
  To give it a fair chance there are a couple things you should know. One is the ***"HAND MARKER"*** option, which means using the wii remote/chuck in addition to moving your feet on the pad. If you've never played DDR before I HIGHLY recommend you turn this option off (just scroll up to the "options" button when you're on the songs dispay menu right before starting a stage.) This will allow you a chance to get a feel for the foot controls before adding the extra confusion of hand movements.
  
  While you're on the menus you need to keep your feet at the center of the pad to avoid crazy menu glitches, just use the wii remote to select buttons. Otherwise you get endless scrolling from the game thinking you're trying to use your feet to select options.
  
  However, once you start a game... NEVER keep your feet in the center! That was my biggest mistake when starting. You end up doing so much more work. Little did I know that there is NO PENALTY for keeping your feet on the arrows (or even stepping more than you need to, if it helps you keep the beat.) You only get a bad score when you MISS the arrow.
  
  The game arrows are nicely programmed to help you move onto the next arrow spot in a natural sort of movement. For instance, you get a left arrow, keep your foot there because most likely you're about to hit that same spot again or move that foot to the back arrow. In general it feels more natural if you try to use your left foot for left and back markers, and use your right foot to hit right and forward markers. Start with the "Lessons from a DJ" song, it's basically a slower paced instructional intro song.
  
  Even if you're not a fan of the music, it will probably grow on you or fade into the background as you focus on getting the hang of the beat. The graphics are pretty silly, but odds are you'll be looking at the arrows so much you won't notice that either. Overall, I'd say this game is a winner for beginners with patience and willingness to practice.
  
  The game pad is easy to use and very responsive. The mat can be folded along it's creases (two folds between the arrow squares) which fits nicely underneath a computer desk. I use mine on the carpet and have had no problems. It moves slightly after a song or two, but you can just nudge it back into alignment with your TV those few inches.
  
  

• Great first impression - good for all ages

  
  By A2PVZPKDB2CXBT on 2007-09-29
  Positives: open to all ages, encourages activity and cooperation
  
  Negatives: pricey (like all new Wii games) and more pricey if you need more than the included pad, need a lot of space for multiplayer options
  
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  Although the family just opened the box this morning, it's already a sure favorite that will be worth every penny. The game provides challenges for all levels of dancers--from adults to the young teens to the elementary school child to the 5 year old. Please note that family members are not listed in order of skill level because I'm still not sure how a fast-footed Kindergartner achieved an "A" on an expert level song...
  
  The included gamepad stays in place much better than the Nintendo gamepad that was made for DDR: Mario Party Mix, but if you have one of those, they work fine with the game if you can tolerate their tendency to migrate. However, you will need a lot of room in the living room if you plan to hook up more than one pad. In fact, I don't know if you can logistically arrange 4 pads without extension cords because the hand motions can get wild and potentially dangerous.
  
  The rewards are nicely paced, and you can get new songs even for mediocre dancing. We haven't tried the work-out mode but suspect it will be useful for sluggish adults when that exercise bike routine seems too bland. While the only other DDR we've purchased was Gamecube's Mario Mix, the Wii: Hottest Party's hand motions add a nice depth to the game.
  
  It's the type of game that has appeal to the solo player and the group setting. Parents will like that their kids actually get up and move while playing video games. And the friendship mode helps foster teamwork and cooperation between siblings instead of the competition emphasized by a lot of games. (Okay, okay, the real appeal of friendship mode is that one of the kids can help a clumsy parent through a tough song...)
  
  
  

• Menus not as intuitive as other games.

  
  By A3MX57NW2T9VS3 on 2007-09-27
  I will leave the critical work of reviewing the minutia of the gameplay of "DDR Hottest Party" to more capable reviewers. Suffice to say, the gameplay itself carries on both the Wii's tradition of simple, casual gaming with the now familiar interface that has become the hallmark of the DDR franchise.
  
  My biggest problem in familiarizing myself with DDR Hottest Party can be summarized with one hint: GET OFF THE DANCEPAD WHEN YOU'RE IN THE GAME'S MENU SYSTEM. If you're standing on a control pad when you're in a menu, the game acts like a Windows PC with a stuck key, perhaps aptly so.
  
  

• Departs from previous DDR titles, but not in a very impressive way

  
  By ABB3CQBSNE6TX on 2007-10-06
  Wow, DDR for the Wii! I was so excited when I first heard about this game. Unfortunately, after buying it the first day and then playing it for a few weeks, I'm sadly disappointed. In general, the game sticks to the usual formula: you play songs, get a score, and if it's good enough, unlock more songs. There's a circuit mode, and free play mode, and a workout mode. However there are some new features, and plenty that have been taken away...
  
  NEW:
  * Hand motions with the wii remote. While this is interesting, it's not really accurate enough to be fun if you're a serious player. I usually turn them off unless I'm really bored with a song and want to try something new.
  
  * Gimmicks. When you have gimmicks turned on, a variety of "obstacles" will be added to the gameplay. For example, there might be "bombs" that appear over certain arrows, and if you step on the arrow at that time, your health meter will go down. Or maybe there will be special arrows that, if you miss them, a barrier will raise up from the bottom of the screen and start obscuring arrows. While these gimmicks are sort of interesting, they really are just... gimmicks.
  
  * LOTS of pop music. If all you've ever wanted is to play DDR to Coldplay, then boy is this game for you.
  
  * Some kind of crazy multiplayer mode. I haven't tried any of this yet because I didn't want to buy multiple pads before trying the game. Looks interesting though.
  
  MIA:
  * Japanese songs, interesting techno songs, Captain Jack, video game music, etc. Mostly replaced by good, old-fashioned American Pop Music.
  
  * FAST, HARD songs. There's no equivalent to MAXX Unlimited or even Tsugaru in this game. Sorting by BPM and looking at the higher end of the spectrum is just depressing. Of course, I am still working on the game and haven't unlocked everything yet, but it's not looking good so far.
  
  * The options screen that usually comes up if you hold down the button when selecting a song. In other games, this screen allows you to change arrow speed, scrolling, etc, but in Hottest Party these options are nonexistent. I found this to be a pain because I like to run songs on 1.5x when I'm having trouble learning the steps.
  
  * Training Mode and Edit Mode. These aren't really necessary, but why not put them in?? They're fantastic if you want to learn a really difficult song, or break it down so you can add new moves to your dancing, like drops and spins.
  
  
  IN CONCLUSION...
  I've played DDR extensively on PS/PS2/Arcade and frankly I don't find this new title very much fun. The gimmicks and hand motions add very little to the game, and they certainly don't make up for everything they've taken away. If you're a hardcore DDR fan, you should definitely try this before you drop (waste?) $70+ on the package.
  
  

• Superb !! Exactly like the arcade version.

  
  By AOOZR8IN9NYTA on 2007-10-31
  I was not sure if I should get DDR because of its pricetag and the fact that you really need two mat's (or more ;-) to actually make the most of it.
  
  With only one mat its just half the fun. Its good for training alone, but having a contest with your best mates is just a completely different level of entertainment.
  
  The songs included and the overall experience doesnt loose an inch from the original arcade in your nearby amusement park.
  
  Its amazing how the developers managed to bring the same atmosphere across a little home tv.
  
  For me this is a group / challenge game, so do yourself a favour, forget about the pricetag for a moment when you are weak and get the game with at least two mats and get your best mate(s) to bring the drinks ;-) - you will need them after you sweat out all your bodys fluid.
  
  One thing you have to think about is where to keep the mats when not used, keep that in mind too (roughly 60x80 cm each, but you can fold them).
  
  Enjoy !!
  
  
• Very fun with OK graphics
  By A1JFMBADLOSXKM on 2007-10-05
  This game is very addicting. I pre-ordered it for my wife expecting her to play it exclusively. I've been playing it on and off. It can be a nice form of exercise and since you're moving your whole body on the pad, it doesn't make you as sore as a long Wii Sports session.
  
  Moving your hands with the wiimote is challenging along with the foot steps.
  
  The pad reminds me of the old Nintendo Power Pad in terms of quality and appearance. It connects using one of the gamecube controller compatibility ports on the Wii.
  
  The graphics are not the most amazing, even on the Wii. After seeing a game like Zelda, it just seems boring to look at.
  
  Some of the songs are unlocked as you progress. It doesn't seem to ask you to use your miis in the game which I found to be a disappointment. It does track some of your progress.
  
  
• New DDR Addict
  By A19XI52BIMQZQ6 on 2007-10-12
  I've owned this game since the release date and have played almost every day since. This is my first experience with DDR outside of Dave and Busters, and I have to say that this game is awesome.
  
  I can't even begin to get above the second level of play, but I'm having so much fun with the first two levels, that I really don't mind. I have found the graphics just fine for my purposes, and the song selection is a good one that ranges from recent hits to favorite oldies.
  
  One of the best things about this game is that without changing my diet, I've lost 6 lbs and lots of inches in a little over 3 weeks. I've got more energy and actually look forward to a form of aerobic exercise.
  
  I would recommend investing in some type of padding to put under the dance pad as there isn't much cushion but that is pretty much my only gripe.
  
  I highly recommend this game for both beginners of all ages and for more advanced players.
  
  
• Dancin' The Night Away?
  By A3W4D8XOGLWUN5 on 2007-10-05
  When it comes to music games for gamers everywhere, they used to have the actual drive and feeling of something that was worth something. That was the case with games like Guitar Hero, which has done very well for the first few of them, but when a spinoff ediion for the Playstation 2 made its way into the mic featuring music of the 80's, it just could've been more hard core than guilty pleasure. That also has shown its age with Dance Dance Revolution. Although the original versions delivered, there have been spinoffs like DDR: Mario Mix for the Nintendo Gamecube, and others that could've drove well, but feels like were playing the same old thing. Now that a new version has made its way onto the Wii, does this one deliver a new chapter well?
  
  Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party for the Nintendo Wii, tackles on a whole new way to play DDR for gamers everywhere. The gameplay is a bit different for die hard fans this time, but leaves a lot of confusion for newcomers to DDR. The gameplay is a bit more challenging for gamers, as you not just use your feet to step onto the pad to score points, you also now have to use the Wii remote and the nunchuck controller to move your body as well. It makes the gameplay a bit harder for new fans to swallow. The graphics though fare well, just like it did before but the gameplay is a bit tougher. Although there is a bit more interesting catalog of songs to play around, from guilty pleasures like Coldplay's melodic Clocks, to Ace Of Base's The Sign, it just feels like die hard fans might be playing the same old game as they did before. The game also comes with a wireless dance pad for the Wii, which the control doesn't work as well as the version from the Nintendo Gamecube. You can however, use the dance pad from DDR: Mario Mix to play this game instead, which works a bit better, but at $70, you just don't get enough bang for the buck for DDR.
  
  All in all, Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party is a fair game, but it leaves a lot more to be desired to new fans alike. For those who're anxious for a music game, I really recommend you await for Guitar Hero III to hit the stores instead. It is good for die hard fans, but anyone who is new to the game might feel a bit pooped to boogie down to.
  
  Graphics: B
  
  Sound: B
  
  Control Pad: C
  
  Fun & enjoyment: C 1/2+ for solo players; B- for multiplayers
  
  Control: C
  
  Overall: C 1/2+
  
  
• The Best Wii game in 2007
  By A2H12AZX1K8X5L on 2007-10-01
  DDR is excellent in so many ways that it is difficult to know where to begin. I have been playing videogames since the late 1980s (I'm 24 years old) and have owned every major system (this cycle i own a Wii and PS3). For some reason I never got into DDR until now. This game is really really fun! Different people play different games for different reasons, but this game is unifying for families. There are a bunch of great songs (from the past and present) ranging from Chris Brown (Excuse Me Miss - did you see his performance on MTV?!) to Ace of Base (The Sign!!). And to talk about how unifying this game is, I hadn't seen one of my cousins since I was 16 (so about 8 years) and through this game we reconnected. My family had grown apart and this weekend we all came together to play DDR!! Everyone had fun and we played for about 5 hours straight taking turns. I didn't even know my cousins were that into dance or music, but this revealed shared passions for all of us!!
  
  Buy this game, and buy it for your friends and family. It will do wonderful things for you, and its just so much fun with the Wii remotes which add a new dimension to the game (I've played DDR in arcades in Tokyo but never on a home console). Whether you're into hip-hop, techno, funk, 90s pop, soul, or dance music, this game has it all. And it has a ton of tracks which you need to unlock so it will keep you playing for a long time. The game also rates your performance (as I'm sure other DDR versions also do) so it inspires you to improve and get better when you get a D instead of a B. I believe this will solve the obesity epidemic that we have in America and I predict that schools across the country will buy this game for just that reason. Get off the couch and play DDR! Btw, my cousin is going to buy a Wii just for this game (they are DDR afficiandos and have played every game in the series - they tell me that this is different because it has the double step and the use of the Wii remote).
  
  FYI, the reason the Wii remote is so innovative is because it allows you to do a sort of "snap" to the songs. Sometimes you move both remotes at the same time (this game will by the way improve your rhythm for those not born with the funk) and sometimes you move one remote with one step so it really introduces an entire new dynamic. Some people say the graphics are nothing to shout about - to that I saw neither is Wii sports but that doesn't stop Wii Sports from being a ton of fun (and I like this game much more than Wii sports). On PS3 I usually play violent shooting and fighting games or hyper-speed racing games, and this is a welcome change to my videogaming life because it just allows me to be happy with the people that I care about. I mean for crying out loud, my mom was interested in what we were playing (and she being a doctor from burma doesn't really tend to get interested in my videogaming habits!). Btw, I work in finance in NYC and my cousins are into the music scene in philly, so I think you can tell that this game brings together a diverse array of people from different backgrounds. The best $70 bucks I have spent in a long time.
  
  
• Fun!
  By ASVVP0GAALXLR on 2007-09-27
  This game is really cool! They have some cool songs like "clocks" (originally coldplay), "1 2 step" "too little too late" "right round (like a record)" "99 red balloons" and a lot of older songs. Plus you have the opurtunity to unlock new songs and arenas. The crowd will often "request" a song and if you win, you can unlock that song. Also the wii mote is added in that certain moves call for you to move your hand up or down along with the foot step. The one thing that does annoy me though is the guy who talks when you dance (like every 20 beats). He says stuff like "in danger of failing" or "awesome," but he annoys me, I just want to hear the music and ignore him. Overall, I really enjoyed the game even though I am horrible at DDR.
  
  
• DDR Wii
  By A2NT2VJJ9SBCF6 on 2007-11-22
  I am one of the older folks who bought a Wii because it looked like fun and there were plenty of games that I could do. I got hooked on DDR at a friends' house and really enjoy it on the Wii. Even someone approaching 60 can do this if you start off slowly and work up. It is a great work out and there are a lot of fun songs that aren't too hard on the aging ears!Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party Bundle
  
  
• Good starting point for DDR, better workout than Wii Fit.
  By A1H9AXDJG4K1PG on 2008-07-30
  DDR Hottest Party for Wii is my first DDR experience (mostly because the Wii is the first game console I've owned since Intellevision!). Now that I've really gotten into the game, and looked through other forums on DDR, it appears that DDR Hottest Party is a fairly "light" game compared to other DDR titles. I only have my experience with the Hottest Party for Wii to go by, though.
  
  I only have a few things to say about this game -
  
  1) You can easily turn all of the annoying features off; The "gimmicks" can be replaced by regular foot markers, the freeze steps (where you have to stay on a particular arrow for the indicated time) are turned into regular arrows, and most importantly the hand markers can be turned off. A lot of people recommend doing this when first starting out, because it simplifies things. However, bear in mind that when you turn the hand markers off, the game replaces them with foot markers. The end result is that the game becomes physically more challenging. This is a good thing to keep in mind if you're going for a harder workout (the hand markers really don't add to the exercise value of the game).
  
  2) REPLAYABILITY. This game has only so many songs, but with all the different levels, challenges, and battles, it has a high level of replayability. I had gone through the venue mode all the way up to that demonic "Super Samurai" level, and pretty much gave up because it seemed impossible. Instead, I started using the workout mode, and worked my way up to AA's on difficult on most of the songs. Then I read somewhere that you get more dancers if you beat Super Samurai, so I went back and tried it. After all my work on Difficult, I actually managed to beat the challenge, which then shut down all the venues, gave me two more dancers, and now I get to go through the Venue play again with higher challenges and more rewards. Unless you're a DDR junkie and an old pro, this game can last you a LONG time.
  
  3 - I also own a Wii Fit. I can tell you right now that if you're looking for a game that will give you a hard workout and get your blood pumping, don't waste your money on Wii Fit. Get DDR instead. Wii Fit is okay, but DDR is what gets my heart rate up, gets the sweat pouring, and it's FUN.
  
  4 - Don't be put off by the songs (whether you know them or not). I am not a big fan of this kind of music, but in the context of this kind of game, it works. And hey, it also turned me on to the Scissor Sisters! ;)
  
  5 and Lastly - Okay, look. I am a morbidly obese 35 year old. If I can do this game, YOU CAN. Seriously, did I mention I'm at AA's on most of the Difficult levels (with jumps) (including 99 Red Balloons)? And yes, it's helping me lose some weight (probably about 20 pounds since February or so), but fitness is a whole-lifestyle thing. DDR (OR Wii Fit) is not the magic bullet. But it sure is fun!
  
  
• Not for the hardcore DDR players
  By A2PPQ6RD7DNLU9 on 2007-11-03
  Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party isn't like the other games in the series. The major difference is the controls. You now can move your arms as well as your feet to play the game. This feature can be turned off which I always do because the gamepley with arm movement just isn't like the other DDRs. This version is by far easier than the other DDR games. Any true hardcore DDR players will most likely only have trouble with the hardest song if any. The graphics and music also seem sort of cartoonish compared to the others. The music all sounds like a toyland remix of the real songs. This is a good game for people who are new to DDR and It's a really good party/family game. For any hardcore DDR player, I would suggest getting Supernova or Supernova 2. For someone who want's to try DDR for the first time or for someone who wants a fun game to play with their friends and family who also arent DDR enthusiasts, I would suggest this game.
  
  
• Disappointment for this DDR fan
  By A23XAQ93G6MTHZ on 2008-02-26
  I was a huge fan of DDR Ultramix and couldn't wait for Wii DDR. But whereas I would play Ultramix for hours every day, I just can't get into Dance Party because of:
  
  * THE MUSIC: The song list is extremely limited, both in number and in musical styles. The mere dozen or so songs are mostly slow soul or whiny pop...and very few have a driving, discernible beat. Where is the japanese techno that made Konami famous? Where is the high-energy (I mean, seriously people!)? Where are the licensed songs (typically redone in such an awkward way that it no longer resembles the popular original)?
  
  * The emphasis on graphics and environments instead of actual game play: there are so many menus and intros to wade (and WAIT!) through that it's really difficult to maintain a decent heart rate. It's laden down with extraneous crap instead of a focus on what has made DDR so popular...great music and addicting game play.
  
  * The poorly scaled skill levels: There are 4 skill levels, none of which aimed at the experienced, but not madly Skillzed, DDR player. 'Intro' and 'beginner' have like one step every 4 measures, and 'difficult' and 'expert' have like 47. Where's the middle ground? Also, grading is more difficult...you need near-perfect scores to get a B or higher, and get boo'ed (and fail) after just a couple missteps....more fodder for feeling less motivated to actually play.
  
  * Unintuitive menus: the options you'd want most are surprisingly difficult to find. Do I really care which avatar I play or what my environment looks like? Do I really need to tell you for the 15th time that I'm in single-player mode? And yet, what if I want to 'turn off' the hand gestures, or skip past the same menus over and over again, or save defaults, etc. Sure, the double stomps, blockers, and obstacles are kinda creative, but can't I just turn all that off and concentrate on dancing?
  
  * The gear towards team play: Granted it's called 'Hottest Dance Party', but since this is the only DDR game available, those of us who like to play for exercise and fun (by themselves) are sacrificing wayyy too much for options we'll never use.
  
  * The hand gestures: I agree with others that this could have been done better. Hands are only used at the same time as the feet, very infrequently, and only left and right (not even up or down). Great idea, but not used anywhere near the potential.
  
  So in summation, I would say, DO NOT buy this game UNLESS you really do plan to use it for parties (and even then, you might be better off with Rock Band or Wii Play). They've missed the mark on this one...let's hope they come out with a better version that puts it's emphasis on where it belongs...THE MUSIC!
  
  
• Great Game!
  By ALTET8PNJHSSG on 2007-09-28
  We really enjoyed the song selections. There's something for everyone! We were really impressed by the options, and workout modes.
  Overall, the game is so much more enhanced by the wii controls using upper body workout. Thankfully there are modes that would fit beginners, basics, normal, expert modes.
  And by the way, the dance pad seems to be much more stable!
  We'll be playing this for quite a while.
  
  
  
• Fun for everyone! Even shy daughter and chubby mom!
  By A2Q02K5KOL0TQL on 2008-02-26
  Wow, I am shocked, I have watched my 8 year old play this game at the arcades we frequent on trips, and she always does well, and like her momma, loves dancing.
  
  I knew we were getting a WII and bought her this game set for her 9th birthday a few weeks ago-and it has changed our home like nothing else!
  
  The 6 year old-enjoys singing the songs and coaching her sisters on!
  
  The 5 year old neighbor girl won't leave (lol!), comes over to try and dance with 6 & 9 year old.
  
  The 9 year old shakes her booty until she's sweating and I think losing a bit of her "chubby"!
  
  I tried the fitness levels and (secretly) do it every day-wow!
  
  My oldest (shy, quiet, always plugged into her MP3) is 14 and had just jumped on one night-wow-she can do it like a pro and feels confidant enough she had some friends over and they stayed up dancing until 2 am!
  
  So it gets us moving, socializing, and improving our fitness a tad-and the house chores are getting done (will do chores for wii??) and we all look forward to our time as a family almost every night dancing (or playing some other Wii game) there's less fighting, less arguing-more sibling cheerleading!
  
  LOVE it-songs are catchy and are from the 70's 80's 90's and now-I Love Eugene-and if you have this game, you know what I mean!
  
  
• Two Left Feet, So So Music...but if your serious, upgrade your pad later on
  By A1NASNXCKZCXLM on 2007-12-25
  I myself have two left feet (and left hands as well). This is why I like the Wii, easier to figure out my left from my right. ;-)
  
  I have never played a DDR...just seen others doing all these wild moves.
  I agree with one suggestion that being new you turn off the Wii Mote options for dancing at first until you get your feet under control, then add the hand options (remember, I have two left feet)
  
  The music is so, so but that hasn't stopped me from dancing on the floor before. The real thing I hear consistantly is if you are using this game a lot you will eventully need to upgrade to a better dance pad. This is more introductory it seems. The better pads (made for any Ninetendo game) are stronger, more accurate and can put up with your demanding tootsies.
  
  I must say this was a gift to me as I would never have gotten it for myself. I am glad he did.
  
  
• Very fun game and a great way to exercise
  By A19BBSM1Q27ZVP on 2007-10-07
  We just got the game tonight and are having fun playing. We are playing, but we setup the exercise mode to play so it'll count cals for each profile. It's great to be able to setup how much you want to exercise so it'll let you know. The pad at time seems to be a little flakey though since it doesn't register some steps. Over all this is a great home game that gets you moving.
  
  
• Everything is lacking
  By A2J0B6EV7I3DBN on 2007-12-25
  I am a long time veteran of DDR and was excited this morning when I opened my present -a Wii DDR. The song list looked good, and the hand movement idea seemed promising. But when I started playing, I was very dissapointed. All of the songs had been DDRified, and I could not find the menu to turn speed to my usual 1.5 and the strange arrows off. There were arrows that spun, funny ones in ice, and ones that looked like bombs from previous DDR titles. To use your hands, you just sort of twitch. Not dance. I would give a more in depth review but I only played it for so long before I got annoyed with the DDRified music and the seemingly unchangable speed. Get the PS2 one if you can. I recommend DDR Max 2 or DDR Extreme. Supernova is OK too. I think this might be a good option for kids though, but for anyone older than 11, its a big NO.
  
  
• Brings some freshness to the DDR Series
  By A3KYSLBS0ZBYOC on 2007-10-17
  DDR for the Wii introduces several new dance steps for the feet, steps for the hands, and a battle mode.
  
  One new step requires the player to step twice (on consecutive beats) to get credit. Another comes across the screen and spins to "confuse" the player. A third provides a penalty where half the screen is blocked if it is missed.
  
  The hand motions include the shake of the Wii remote to hit a single beat and a repeated shaking of the Wii remote to maintain a beat (like the long foot step).
  
  The versus mode contains a head-to-head battle between either a player and the computer, or multiple players. At the end a winner is declared. If both players get the same grade, the higher score is declared the winner. If one player gets a higher grade AND the higher score, that player is the winner. If the player gets a higher grade but a LOWER score, it is declared a tie.
  
  There is a 10-stage mode for the solo player to beat which results in unlocking original songs, stages, character outfits, and workout plans. Each stage in the mode consists of 3 tasks. The first requires the player to beat a set number of songs on a specified difficulty of the player's choice while meeting certain conditions (i.e. grade of B or better). The second requires the player to beat specific songs on the same specified difficulty while meeting the same conditions. The final requires the player to beat a computer in a head-to-head battle (as described above) while meeting the same conditions. Once the player beats all 10 stages on the beginner/basic mode, the difficult mode stages are unlocked.
  
  Overall I found this game to be very fun and had an added twist on the originals which I have been playing for almost 7 years. The only reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is because I would have preferred more of the Japanese dance songs to the American songs. The songs don't match my favorite two DDR CDs: 4th Mix and Extreme 2.
  
  
• Great Eye/Hand/Feet coordination game
  By A2WBSIP5RCFD5B on 2007-10-29
  This game is great for working on your Eye/Hand/Feet coordination and enjoying several decades worth of music. I could see this game benefitting kids and adults alike that are into sports such as soccer, where coordination training is necessary. I would agree the graphics are a bit cheezy, but my 6 and 9 year olds just love having friends over to play.
  
  
• ITS AWSOmE@@@@@@@@@@@@@@
  By A1M2DSVWOVTWJK on 2007-11-11
  w00t this game is sooooo c00l. not only did i stay up till 2a.m. playing it, but my mom supported me too. she said i was "burning calories".
  normal ddr is boring but playing it on the wii brings it to a whole new level. there are "gimmiks" which are special commands. this also brings your hands and arms into the game with a jab to the right and a whip to the left.
  ddr for wii is something you don't want to miss.
  
  P.S it's perfect for all ages 8 to 50
  
  
• Awkward dancing to DDR!
  By A1CCMK2NM7ZOAD on 2007-10-16
  I've had this game for 2 weeks now and I love it. My little boy likes the training mode and then likes to get behind me and mimic my steps. I get up early in the morning to jump around on the pad and it doesn't feel like exercise although I haven't lost any weight like one other reviewer. I did turn off that annoying man's voice and on most dances turn off the hand movements because I could never seem to get them right even when I felt they were right on target, I got booed. Anyway, I have a lot of fun trying to keep up on the second level. I haven't danced for years except for aerobics so this feels great and I love trying to add my own movements while stepping on the arrows. I love this game!
  
  
• the pad is busted after 6 weeks
  By A2IR2S0L9TAE25 on 2007-12-14
  The game is fun and all but the big downer in my case was that the DDR dance pad started malfunctioning after 6 weeks for fairly light play. Specifically, one of the buttons (A) seems to be stuck and one cannot override by using the corresponding wiimote button.
  I'm still investigating the warranty options. Amazon's site is amazingly devoid of any hints about warranty support.
  
  
  
• Way to get up off our butts!
  By A3AN4YR0NY2ZRQ on 2007-10-03
  Sooo my hubby and I just bought this we love games that get us up and moving and let me tell you this is the game for you if you wanna break a sweat.....a little hard for dance retards like myself but Im getting it and I feel like Im getting more rhythmn in the process great music I wish there were more songs but what they have is great all in all a great purchase!
  
  
• Old man wanted to try this for a workout.
  By A1IU2VT8D5WYYC on 2007-12-21
  My family enjoys this DDR game. We have played it a number of times. I found out I stink. I am better than my wife. My son is surpassing both of us. I can't wait to have my friends dance around like idiots for New Years Eve.
  
  It was hard to find a WII DDR. I could find some Gamecube DDR games, but this is the only decent one I found for the wii.
  
  The pad moves around like everyone I have ever seen. It should hold up well with play. I had a hard time getting an extra game pads. I ended buying another through Amazon Market Place.
  
  The song list is a little light, but what are my other options?
  
  The hand part is different. I feel like I am getting a better work-out.
  
  I use the workout setting when I can't get out of the house for exercise and it does a nice job.
  
  
• dance dance review
  By A3HEAJABLLXNJA on 2007-09-26
  Dance Dance for the Wii is with the purchase. This time you can use the Wii-mote and numchuck to do extra moves. People might say the graphics are not that good, but you are looking at the arrows not the background. Plus the GAMESTOP PAD WILL WORK. So if you need an xtra pad you can pick one up, they are only 19.99. If you like dance dance and have a Wii this game is for you.
  
  
• Love it even if I'm not so good...YET
  By A43PHBJIT5JKE on 2007-10-02
  I got my game in yesterday after preordering. I managed to set it up, but didn't get to play until this morning. I used the workout feature. Got up and strapped on my heart rate monitor and set to play for 30 minutes. Let me say that I've never played this game ever before, but it looked like a workout and that's why I got it. Well it took me about half the time to figure out that I really sucked mainly cause I didn't understand the game.
  
  I guess the maker assumes everyone knows the game, but it would have been nice to have better instructions. I'll keep chugging along tho. Also at the end of my workout, I noticed that the calories burned calculated was a lot higher than my monitor which I trust. All in all, the game is excellent.
  
  
• Fun New DDR Experience
  By A1DFX5LFUAIIBG on 2007-10-05
  I've had this game a couple days and it has been SO MUCH FUN!
  If this is your first DDR experience I suggest playing on an easier difficulty (maybe without the hand movements) until you get better so you don't get overwhelmed. Also the first level in groove circuit mode is a tutorial type song that should help. If you already have one of the older DDR games (I had PS2's Supernova), the new hand movements, special blocks, double taps, new songs etc add alot which makes this one worth adding to your game collection.
  I WOULD have given this 5 stars, but I would like to see them offer smaller motion sensors that could be strapped securely to your wrists. It may seem like a small picky little thing, but after an hour or so your hands get tired of holding the controllers (don't forget to use your safety strap!)
  
  
• lots of fun!
  By ABETK8ZDVG6OI on 2007-12-29
  delivered as promised, game is lots of fun. Our 14 yr. old daugher and her friends do this for hours. Fun for adults to exercise to. It says 50 songs, but there are only 26 or so. YOu have to get better to get the other songs to come up.
  
  
  

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