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DDRMAX2: Dance Dance Revolution

Generally favorable reviews
Based on 27 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 9 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Konami
Developer: Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo
Genre(s): Dancing, Music
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: September 23, 2003
Summary
The dance floor kicks into overdrive with DDRMAX2 Dance Dance Revolution. Packed with a smash-hit lineup of licensed music, all-new songs, exclusive songs for the U.S. and cool game modes, everybody will be movin' and groovin' to the pulsating beats. The latest installment of this highly anticipated series takes the revolution to the masses. All-new exclusive songs, licensed songs and dance hits. New game modes and graphical interface featuring music videos. Customize dance steps in Edit mode and exercise in Work Out mode. Links with previous games for special features. [Konami]
Also On Metacritic
GAMES: Dance Dance Revolution Dance Dance Revolution Disney Mix Dance Dance Revolution Konamix DDRMAX: Dance Dance Revolution
Cheat Codes & Hints: Cheat Code Central
Also On The Web: Official Website
What The Critics Said
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
Cinescape
The visuals have been given an upgrade too. Now some of the songs feature the music video for the song playing in the background. Its really cool and one of the better features to be implemented in the game.
Read Full Review >GamingTrend
DDR aficionados will be disappointed by the lack of the Oni mode. However, one would be hard pressed to find another game with this many options, levels (songs), and customization in this game.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
Playing double is almost like learning DDR again from the beginning. That means that you get to have all that thrill of progression one more time! Seriously, its worth the price of an extra pad.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
DDR freaks have bemoaned the removal of the ultra-difficult Oni mode, but the inclusion of user-editable nonstop courses of up to 20 songs each, which can also be used in the Workout mode (yes!), more than makes up for it.
Read Full Review >GamePro
Simply put, DDRMAX2 is the DDR that players know and love, but slightly flashier. Fans wont be disappointed.
Read Full Review >PSM Magazine
It needs 5.1 support, but this is still the best DDR yet. [Nov 2003, p.42]
Yahoo! Games
An addicting synergy of videogaming, competition and physical activity, DDRMAX2 is an enjoyable game that can be played by just about anyone. Sure, the core concept is simplistic, but that doesn't mean it isn't good.
Read Full Review >Game Chronicles
Youll never catch me playing this game in the arcades but having DDRMAX 2 on my PS2 ready to humiliate myself in the privacy of my own home is undeniable fun.
Read Full Review >Next Level Gaming
It's a must have for any DDR fan, yet easy enough to get started with! With three difficulty levels, and tons of songs to play, anyone will enjoy this game!
Read Full Review >Deeko
To be fair, the game is essentially DDRMAX with slightly better graphics and new songs. I would have preferred it if the new graphics and songs were an add on disc as nothing is really added to the game to differentiate it.
Read Full Review >Into Liquid Sky
Difficulty modifiers make the game much more enjoyable and the edit mode provides endless hours of play. However, die hard fans of the series may feel betrayed with the lack of challenge the game has to offer. But with an all star track list such as this no fan can afford not to pick this title up.
Read Full Review >GameZone
While purists may scoff at the recycled music and lack of Oni mode, there is no denying that DDRMAX2 is the best DDR game yet.
Read Full Review >Cheat Code Central
The tunes are crisp and the visuals are interesting to watch from a spectator standpoint; they don't distract from the dance symbols.
GMR Magazine
Like the annual football fix, it's a killer deal for the money, whether you're a casual fan or a liquid-limbed obsessive. [Nov 2003, p.88]
G4 TV
The best version of the game so far...It's also the best starting point for anyone who still hasn't gotten into the DDR phenomenon.
Read Full Review >eToychest
A fairly simplistic game, an hour or even less spent with DDRMax2 will make even the most jaded gamer realize its charm. Even if it is not your cup of tea, I suggest you give it a try at least once.
Read Full Review >GamingWorld X
Nothing in the world of electronic entertainment involves the mind and body quite like this game does.
Read Full Review >Village Voice
Pick your songs from the series' most extensive music library yet (it includes Kylie, Dirty Vegas, obscure J-pop, and a host of fun, anonymous techno crap, and is now supplemented with some videos), calibrate the difficulty of the required moves, and simply follow the on-screen instructions. Can you dig it? I knew that you could.
Read Full Review >Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
For DDR novices only. It's likely the best version of DDR yet - it's the most polished, with arguably the best roster of songs - but it's not all that different from the first MAX. [Nov 2003, p.132]
Electronic Gaming Monthly
Two-player is so much fun it makes MAX2 a worthwhile investment for anyone looking for a shallow but thrilling party diversion. And Workout mode is a blast if you're at all concerned with weight loss. [Nov 2003, p.185]
GameNow
Hardcore DDR fans will see the flaws, but DDRMAX2 is still a blast. [Nov 2003, p.52]
GameSpot
With the release of DDRMAX2, the US is finally getting a collection of songs that contains a few hits from this country rather than relying on the Eurodance and Japanese pop music for which the series is known.
Read Full Review >netjak
Of course, every Bemani freak will want this, but anyone looking for a challenge or the more traditional arcade feel will either want to pass on this or just import the Japanese version. Konami seems to forget that what worked in Japan is working here. You shouldnt try to mess with a good thing.
Read Full Review >PSX Nation
A handful of extra modes that cater exclusively to the hardcore DDR player and some meaningless FMV extras makes DDRMAX 2 a rather poor evolution from last years DDRMAX prequel.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
Where are the new modes? Where are the innovations? Not here, folks. This is just another DDR update for those who want more songs. [Oct 2003, p.122]
Play Magazine
DDRMAX 2 is still fun and a must for any fan of the series, but it would've been nice to have seen more in terms of new modes of play and improved visuals. [Oct 2003, p.71]
What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.1 (out of 10) based on 9 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Person Mister gave it a 10:
Amazingly spectacular. Fun and exercicy. It makes u sweat and u have fun too!
[Anonymous] gave it a 10:
I LOVE this game!
Ben T. gave it a 10:
This game is just too awesome for words!!!
Bob gave it a 9:
Great game just like the first ddr, but they could have made some new stuff.
Mystery Man gave it a 9:
Good game for those Music lovers.
L. G. gave it a 7:
While the DDR formula is essentially fun, this game does nothing to expand upon it, and features WAY too many songs from previous games. What's the point? Assuming you've bought this game and invested in dance pads, you will do one of two things: 1. like it and buy the others in the series, or 2. dislike it and not buy the others. I have all the others, and the last thing I want to hear when I pop in a new DDR game are songs from previous versions. Especially ones that weren't that good to begin with. Thankfully, this version has fewer of the undanceable trip machine and tribal songs that had absolutely no rhythm and were for hardcore DDR dorks who only followed the arrows and didn't care about the music. The addition of more real songs and their videos is nice, but I can't help but think that these edited versions should be a little longer.
