Game Review - Dance Dance Revolution

What started out as a popular arcade game has become a great activity for kids of all ages - moms and dads, too. By following arrow cues on the screen and moving your feet in the correct sequence on the dance mat controller, you earn points. Make your moves correct more that four steps in a row and you earn combo points. Your accuracy is rated from BOO to PERFECT with a few levels in between.

DDR Extreme 2 is the best DDR to date and is the best one for beginners. It has a beginners mode in the Free Play area that is not too daunting for the average person. Once you have gained confidence at the beginner level, you can move up to Light, Standard and Heavy. This version has some great songs - ones you will recognize - like Genie in a Bottle, Play that Funky Music, and Pump up the Volume.

The Dance Master Mode is a lot of fun too. You pick from two songs and then try to perform the challenge - could be get a certain number of points, certain number combo, or similar. As you pass through the matrix it becomes progressively more difficult. As you complete sections of the course you earn the ability to unlock new songs. This is a great way to work out, moms!!

There is also a Workout Mode, but I prefer the Dance Master Mode if I am working out alone. For a fun afternoon of family fitness, take turns in Free Play mode. The person who's turn it is, dances on the mat for a score, and those who are waiting practice using an imaginary mat. One afternoon my daughters and I did this for about 3 hours - let's just say I was sore the next day.

Dance Dance Revolution is really a great family activity! It brings together fitness and fun that all ages can enjoy.