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- Platform: Nintendo Wii
- ESRB Rating: Everyone 10+
- Media: Video Game
- Item Quantity: 1
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DanceDanceRevolution celebrates its 10th anniversary with DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2, an all-new game DDR game for the Wii. Packed with an entirely new soundtrack, new game modes and interactivity--including the ability to import your Mii on to the dance floor--DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 enhances the series' trademark interactive gameplay by combining the physically engaging, innovative and easy-to-pick-up-and-play mechanics of the Wii platform.
Hand Gestures and New Gimmicks
Although loaded all the familiar mat mashing DDR fun, in utilizing the motion sensing capabilities of the Wii Remote, DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 also brings new moves to the floor in the form of Hand Gestures and Gimmicks. Hand gestures require players to keep time to the rhythm of songs, beyond the step pattern they dance to, by shaking the Wii Remote or Nunchuck. In effect this adds a third dimension to the traditional front to back/side to side gameplay, resulting in an even more full-body experience. In addition, if players so choose they can also up their difficulty level through Gimmicks. Through these players can briefly alter the game's UI--for example delaying the appearance of on-screen arrows--forcing them to rely on their rhythm instead of screen prompts and in the process pick up major bonuses. Key Game Features:
Finally, DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 also includes a new lesson track system. Unlike the tutorial tracks in previous releases that relied heavily on text explanations, here players new to DDR gameplay will enjoy both video and audio encouragement and direction from their own on-screen instructor. As "left,right"…"front, back" etc. are called out all dance floor newbies have to do to place their feet accordingly on the mat and there you have it. You've joined the DanceDance revolution. So, whether you are new to the DDR universe, or a master of the disco ball, get ready to become the life of the party, the Hottest Party, with DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 for the Wii gaming system. Track List
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Although loaded all the familiar mat mashing DDR fun, in utilizing the motion sensing capabilities of the Wii Remote, DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 also brings new moves to the floor in the form of Hand Gestures and Gimmicks. Hand gestures require players to keep time to the rhythm of songs, beyond the step pattern they dance to, by shaking the Wii Remote or Nunchuck. In effect this adds a third dimension to the traditional front to back/side to side gameplay, resulting in an even more full-body experience. In addition, if players so choose they can also up their difficulty level through Gimmicks. Through these players can briefly alter the game's UI--for example delaying the appearance of on-screen arrows--forcing them to rely on their rhythm instead of screen prompts and in the process pick up major bonuses. Key Game Features:
- All-new soundtrack includes smash-hits from the last 4 decades as well as Konami originals, boss battle songs and videos.
- Dance mat included with game.
- 1-4 player support.
- Cool new modes and features:
- Your Mii can now be incorporated onto the DanceDanceRevolution dance floor.
- Brand-New Gimmicks, such as the Minimizer, add to the next evolution in DanceDanceRevolution gameplay.
- More Wii mote interaction in the Dance n' Defend Battle Mode where players use Wii mote movements to beat their opponents.
- Nonstop dance action with the new Course Mode, various set themed song lists that players dance along to.
- Unlock hidden features in the Groove Arena Mode as you battle your way to the top of this new venue.
- Learn real dance moves and practice the same routines as the characters from all different angles with the brand new Hottest Training Mode.
- All new DanceDanceRevolution characters with new outfits, exclusive to Hottest Party 2.
- Enhanced motion capture will be applied to all characters for increased realism and customization.
- New stages with enhanced effects, with more than 50 unique dance environments.
Finally, DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 also includes a new lesson track system. Unlike the tutorial tracks in previous releases that relied heavily on text explanations, here players new to DDR gameplay will enjoy both video and audio encouragement and direction from their own on-screen instructor. As "left,right"…"front, back" etc. are called out all dance floor newbies have to do to place their feet accordingly on the mat and there you have it. You've joined the DanceDance revolution. So, whether you are new to the DDR universe, or a master of the disco ball, get ready to become the life of the party, the Hottest Party, with DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 for the Wii gaming system. Track List
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Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 includes multiple new and enhanced options and setting for players of all skill levels, cool smash hit songs from the last four decades, robust online and offline support and other exclusives. Bundle comes with the game and dance mat. Cool new modes and features include support for your Wii Mii on the DDR dance floor. Brand-new gameplay twists add to the next evolution in DDR gameplay while non-stop dance action with the new Course mode, various set themed song lists that players dance along to Brand-New Hottest Training Mode mean players can learn real dance moves and practice the same routines as the characters.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Original DDR Hotest party for wii is better...,
By Kivy (Toronto, ON) - See all my reviews
Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 w/Dance Pad (Video Game)
This game is basically the same as the first. The songs (for me) aren't as fun or memorable. They've also changed the way that the levels are displayed, making it feel as though there are fewer stages to dance on then in the original (maybe in reality that's not the case, I didn't actually count the levels, but it feels like there are fewer levels to play in the "groove circuit" mode). Also the challenges in "groove circuit" mode don't really scale up like they did in the original. It goes from stupidly boring to trivial, easy, still easy, to OMG that's impossible how can I possibly beat this level??. There isn't enough difference between the levels.I still can't figure out how to do the stupid hand signals. I've tried everything I can possibly think of, and I have pretty good timing and rhythm for my age, but no matter what I do I always miss the hand signals. If you like awkwardly flicking your wrists as quickly as you can to get the signals, that's your prerogative. However, it can't possibly be good for your wrists! I give up! I turn off the hand signals completely. I do like how the settings for turning off hand signals actually get saved in this game, so you don't have to keep remembering to turn them off every time you turn on the game. That's one mark in the positive for this game over the original. Having both "hottest party" games to choose from, I would always choose the original over the this game. But since my original game disk is scratched beyond repair I'm forced to stick with this one :(. Maybe after a few more months of dancing to these songs I'll change my tune.
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3.7 out of 5 stars (137 customer reviews) 241 of 244 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Better than the first, still could use improvements,
By Neera "designer & animal lover" - Published on Amazon.com
Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars
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This review is from: Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 w/Dance Pad (Video Game)
DDR2 fixes some of the problems from the first version. First, it actually saves your settings (I personally got tired of having to turn off the hand markers every time I started up the game). Also, it allows you to start the groove arena over as a different user if multiple people want the challenge. And other seemingly broken aspects of DDR1 are also fixed -- the timing of arrows, difficulty level, etc actually WORK. I wish this had been the case in the original release. There's also more help for beginners, like bars to show the beat/arrow timing you can turn on, and the ability to slow down the song and arrows to take on a new challenge.The songs - well, there's a mix of good and not so good. But I think that's to be expected. I got tired of dancing to the same songs over and over, so it's refreshing and welcome. It also seems like they're targeted towards easier play, with less difficulty on Difficult and Expert level. I haven't unlocked every song yet. The graphics look better - both the dancers and stages. The Mii addition is kind of funny, but not that bad. You get a choice of certain Mii bodies to stick with your head, some better than others. Basically this is what DDR1 should have been. If you've got DDR1 and felt shorted, I think you'll be glad to pick up DDR2. And if you're a beginner, I'd skip DDR1 and go straight to this version. 152 of 161 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Warning: no third party mats,
By azariah - Published on Amazon.com
Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 w/Dance Pad (Video Game)
I play these games because they're fun. . . I don't care about the quality of the covers or whatever, so long as they're fun to dance to. . . in that sense, this game is great, as expected. There are a bit fewer of the hyperactive Jpop songs that I like, but I'm not sure those had much domestic appeal.One major warning: third party dance mats are not compatible with Hottest Party 2, even if they worked on Hottest Party 1. You can confirm this with complaints all around the internet. Those extra dance mats you bought for parties? Sorry. The fancy high-end mats you bought to improve your gaming experience? Sorry. You're stuck with the soft mat that comes with the game. Since most players "graduate" to high end mats and Konami doesn't make high-end mats, you're somewhat precluded from that. It's disappointing, but I'm returning my copy and sticking to Hottest Party 1 because of this issue. 65 of 67 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great exercise and fun,
By Matthew Flower - Published on Amazon.com
Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 w/Dance Pad (Video Game)
I've owned Hottest Party 2 for about a month now -- what a great buy!I bought the game as a way to provide exercise without having to go to a gym. It definitely does the trick for cardio. I breath heavily, I sweat, and I feel lighter on my feet. I'm a big guy, and I was worried that this might make ddr the wrong choice for me. Not so - there is an option to turn off "jumping" in the game. After doing so, I find it is pretty low impact. That is, unless you've twisted your feet in knots and have to hop a bit to make sure you don't miss an arrow. I've never been a great dancer, and I doubt this game will fix that. (I've only made it to "basic" mode after a month.) Basic is plenty to get your heart pumping though. No particular expertise required. Overall, this is a great game and definitely worth the cost. |
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