Video Gaming News - November 2004
Redwood City, CA (November 18, 2004) - Konami today announced that
Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 2, exclusively for Xbox, has shipped to retail
stores nationwide.
From Konami:
The latest Dance Dance Revolution(tm) (DDR) installment for the Xbox, DDR
Ultramix 2 breaks it down with a new line-up of hit songs, exclusive content,
all-new gameplay modes and enhanced Xbox Live(tm) support.
"The Dance Dance Revolution series has been consistently recognized for its
innovation and physically engaging gameplay," said Jason Enos, Product Manager
at Konami Digital Entertainment - America. "By leveraging the Xbox system's
power, we have been able to push the online features via Xbox Live(tm) and bring
our fans a DDR experience that is every bit as innovative as the game itself."
By accessing the Xbox Live(tm) service, players can compete head-to-head with
other dancers nationwide, conduct online tournaments with up to 16 players
total, view Internet rankings, talk live with other Dance Dance Revolution fans,
upload content, and download new songs, dance steps, challenges and characters.
Also boasting a bigger music library than ever before, Dance Dance Revolution
Ultramix 2 includes more than 65 songs, new game modes and content exclusively
for the Xbox console. Downloadable songs will be available in packs of 5 songs
for $5.00/pack. The game also supports all the downloadable song packs from the
original Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix game - offering an unprecedented 100+
songs to choose from at launch. The game features top hits from Delirium, ELVIS,
Freestylers and the Commodores - plus remixes by top dance acts, including Paul
Oakenfold, Svenson & Gielen and Jondi & Spesh.
Chock full of new game modes, the game features something for everyone in the
family. Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 2 now offers a Party Mode, a compilation
of various games that allows players to compete against their friends for
ultimate dance supremacy in completely new ways. Challenge Mode and Battle Mode
have returned with all new gameplay. Battle Mode keeps players on their feet all
night long with up to four players competing simultaneously, while Challenge
Mode lets players dance through various rounds of play completing specific goals
and objectives.
With new modes, as well as popular DDR features such as the "Workout Mode" where
players can track calories they burn, Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 2 is a
must-have for any fan of the series. Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 2 is rated
"E" for Everyone by the ESRB and is available with a dance pad for the SRP of
$64.99 or as a stand-alone for $39.99. To learn more about Dance Dance
Revolution Ultramix(tm) 2 please visit
www.konamihwi.com/ddr_ultramix2.
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