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In the Groove PlayStation 2
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9.5 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10

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  1. SuleimanM.
    Jan 4, 2008
    10
    With my bro and my buddie, this game is truly flawless. it's become a tradition at the arcades for us. very challenging, unlike DDR, which is way too easy when you go pro. ITG is the dance game veteran now, and if you want an excellent game, as well as a very, VERY challenging experience, then by all means, pop those tokens in.
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  2. SteveS.
    Feb 11, 2006
    10
    I have all of Konami's Dance Dance Revolution games and love them all (well, most of them) ... but In The Groove is the one disc that stays in my PS-2 the longest. The songs are better, IMHO - who cares that they aren't licensed songs from artists you already know. The songs rock! The dance steps are so good, the company even gives credit to the people who do the steps. And this goes way beyond any DDR game in terms of variety. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned veteran of DDR-type games, In The Groove is the one to beat!… Expand
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  3. NickP.
    Mar 30, 2006
    10
    In The Groove is a step up from Dance Dance Revolution. It has more modifiers including scripted modifiers that in turn create more difficult courses. The "expert" stepcharts are more difficult than DDR's "heavy" or "challenge." The difficulty ranges from 1 (novice only) to 13. The arrows are different than DDR's, though it works best for this game as it is easier to keep on beat with the color-coded arrows (red - 4th, blue - 8th, etc.). I would recommend this game to anyone, especially fans of the DDR series or any music-rhythm series.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  4. Paulie
    Oct 14, 2010
    10
    I love In the Groove. I still play it frequently. It's way better than Dance Dance Revolution. The steps are more interesting and fun. And the music isn't the same recycled songs in another games *cough * DDR always recycles songs.
  5. SamuelP.
    Apr 2, 2006
    10
    The game is very addictive and it will keep people on the dance floor for a long time. It's music will draw in the dancer into the game, and it will keep them playing until the night is through. The graphics are stunning and the music is so unique. It's four panel style draws in players from different games and it helps them feel just like home. The many different modes also help people feel like they are at the arcade in their home. This game will keep dancers both young and old in the game with many different difficulties, some for the average gamer, and some for the hardcore dancer. The difficulty of some of the songs on this game make it seem impossible to beat, but don't be fooled. I've been able to do them myself, and you'll grow to love them and their mysterious patterns in the game.… Expand
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  6. EricC.
    Nov 28, 2006
    7
    The songs are great for expert players. However, the interface of the game is crap, and runs slowly. Plus, if you fail, you have to go through all the menus all over again. However, there is a GREAT song selection that will keep expert players challenged for some time.
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Metascore
72 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    65
    Maybe In the Groove isn't a real dance revolution, but it takes some (gulp) steps in the right direction. [July 2005, p.112]
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  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    Should please dance freaks looking for something a bit more serious than DDR.
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  3. IGN
    75
    The gameplay is on par with the "DDR" franchise, but the overall presentation and feeling of the game is not quite as exciting and fun to jump right into.
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