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Just as Good as Ever

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: November 03, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I first played this game when it was released for the Dreamcast, back in the day. I would play it all the time at my friends house, getting through the original game was a snap.

Found this version, which includes the original game + a new one added on for the PS2, and loved it! The new music is awesome, the characters are fantastic! And all the new features make the game worthwhile for the money. It has countless replay value to unlock tons of hidden costumes, items etc.

I think this is the most fun game I own. :D

Space Channel 5... Not One of Sega's Best

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 2 / 7
Date: July 10, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I am quite the Sega fan. I play many of their games, especially the Sonic series. For Easter of 2006, I got Sonic Riders, and enjoyed it greatly. There were many secret characters, all but one I knew. That one character was Ulala from Space Channel 5. Being both a Sega fan, and a curious person, I decided to buy it, from, of course, Amazon.com.

After about half a week it arrived, and I have to say, I was pretty excited. Reading another review from this website saying that it's gameplay was similar to Prappa the Rapper, I figured it had to be a great game. Much to my utter dismay, it wasn't. I gave up after playing the first level 5 times, and haven't touched it since. It proved to me much more difficult than it's 2-D counterpart.

The gameplay itself is not to hard to learn, you jsut press the buttons in the order the aliens tell you too, just like Parappa. However, unlike Parappa, it doesn't even show the order of the buttons you have to press, you jsut have to watch the aliens, and press them. The thing that really ticked me off though, was the timing. It seemed that it had to be 100% perfect. I don't get how you were supposed to do that if you didn't even ahv a guide. Being musically talented, this disturbed me... why was my timing so off? I guess I must be getting rusty. To sum, this up, the game's not terrible, but it's not that good. Go buy something better. Might I suggest Parappa the Rapper, or Parappa the Rapper 2?

Awesome

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: May 16, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This game is so much fun. If you feel down this game will make you feel uplifted. The dancing, music, and stages are great!!!
The better you play this game, the more exciting it becomes; people will sing, lights, more action......each time you play it might be a little different, if you mess up. If you do really bad, you won't get the best visuals/sounds. There is a code you can input so you can watch the game and get %100 rating. They really did a good job on the ps2 version of this game.

Hey All You Cosmic Kitties!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 4
Date: February 09, 2006
Author: Amazon User

Now, if you're going to play the AWESOMENESS of Space Channel 5, first take EVERYTHING you've thought of for all other games and throw them out!
You play the sheik space news reporter, Ulala, who hosts her (dying) "Ulala's Swingin' Report Show!" While viewer ratings are going down, a new incidient might just keep the show on air!
Aliens are dancing, and forcing people to dance with them! You must face them in a dance-off to rescue the captured humans!
Sounds wacky, right? Well, it is! But it is the most fun and original game I've ever played! It has great music too, and you can rescue various instrumental players (such a guitarist, keyboard player, a saxaphone player, there's too many to list) to accompany you and spice up your tunes! And, trust me, there's tons more!
The gameplay is incredibly simple; you use the control pad as well as the square and X button to mimic the sounds/moves of the enemy dancers.
On disc two, lyrical battles are introduced, but the basic gameplay is just the same-you merely have to fire at the end of the lyric(s). This time, you are dancing against an enemy team. The graphics, espically at the cutscenes, are improved, as well as the music and voice qualities. Overall, a perfect finish, although personally I think the original enemny aliens are just too darn cute!
Plus, who can beat the price??? Honestly, two games for fifteen bucks??? GET IT NOW!!!!

Great Rhythm Action Game

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: August 03, 2005
Author: Amazon User

This is a rhythm action game - in other words, from the genre that is based on music and the beat, where you listen and see commands such as "up! Up! Left, down!" and then have to repeat the pattern on your controller, in time to the music.

In my opinion, the music (60's orchestra, Austin Powers feel) is catchy and the visuals are appealing. You'll want the version that says "SPECIAL EDITION", as it includes the first game and its sequel in one cheap package for Playstation 2 (because both games are a lot of fun).

There are some leg and panty shots, along with some SUGGESTIVE REFERENCES, as well as the need to be very precise in your gameplay - so I would hesitate to recommend it for younger children. Older players who are encountering tough levels may find comfort in knowing that there are cheats available that allow the computer to take over and play for you, unlocking every feature.

My only problem with this game is that sometimes, you will have some errors in the timing and will wonder if your controller is working properly or if it's the game's fault. It takes a little while to get the feel for its pace and timing. Then again - the game would nearly be too easy if you could play through it, perfectly, every time.

Space Channel 5 has come a long way since its original Japanese release, and it's a MUST-HAVE for people who are fans of the rhythm-action genre!

Absolute Monotony. Been done too many times!!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 43
Date: June 25, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I just had to write this to contradict a previous longwinded review. (Most likely written by the manufactured themselves. They DO write reviews for their own games!) This game absolutely stinks!!!! There is nothing origional about it. It's the same monotony over and over again. Don't waste the money. Use it to buy an old Simon game at a garage sale instead. (...) dont waste your money buying this piece of boring garbage. Lame from the very beginning-- even to a toddler.

Ulala Returns...

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 16 / 19
Date: May 28, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Hopes ran high, and the wait was long, but ultmately... it was worth it.

The original Space Channel 5 for Dreamcast is to me a great symbol of everything that was right about that game system. Like many other games for the Dreamcast, SC5 was stylish, creative, original, off-beat, and had loads of replay value. In my mind, it will always be a true classic. Naturally, I was quite disappointed when it appeared that the sequel would never come out in America. But then, like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow that appeared suddenly in the heart of a black storm (you get the idea), we get not just the sequel, but the original game as well for PS2. And not for $40.00, not for $50.00 or $60.00, but for $15.00!

Truly, both games are well-worth hanging onto, but the sequel is the one that really shines. The timing problems of the first game are corrected, the graphics are improved, the gameplay is more varied, there are more styles of music, and you get to play musical instruments!

People have been ranting and raving about the style of these games for a long time now, but it bears repeating: there simply aren't any console games with more style than the dynamic duo of Space Channel 5. The whole retro-futuristic sci-fi 60's thing is so perfectly executed it makes the game terrific fun (that and a good dose of humor).

The real reason to buy these games though is the gameplay. Gameplay is hard to define, but I can tell you what seperates Sega's Greatest (Panzer Dragoon, GunValkyrie, Space Channel 5) from the rest of the pack. These games aren't like most games, where you play to beat the game and then it goes back on the shelf. No, no, no. These games you will play over and over and over trying to get a perfect score and unlock all of the hidden goodies (in this case hidden characters and extra costumes). Every time you play this game the experience is slightly different because the game changes depending on how well you are doing.

The Space Channel 5 games may be difficult, but there is huge replay value to be had if you're willing to invest the time. If you're the sort who loves games of timing in particular (Ikargua or Parappa the Rapper anyone?) then you owe it to yourself to get this game. Oh, and did I mention the music is awesome?

One of the best games ever.

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 4
Date: April 08, 2004
Author: Amazon User

I've been hooked on Space Channel 5 since getting the original Dreamcast version on a whim. Back then, the lag in Ulala's movements annoyed me, but not nearly enough to keep me from playing the game. The music was awesome, the characters fun to watch, and despite the lagged dancing, the game was fun to play.

I hadn't realized Part 2 had gotten released here in the States, and coming with Part 1 for $15 (preowned--what was that person thinking?), I couldn't resist. I bought it solely because it WAS a new SC5 game, and I was immediately sucked in. Those who have played the original know what I mean: The music is much better (even consisting of instrument battles), moves are executed instantly, and I love the new characters.

As if the replay value isn't high enough, there are plenty of unlockables in this game. You can collect different costumes and microphones to use during your missions--I always find myself picking Cloaked Purge for Level 4, as there's something really interesting about watching the main villain do Michael Jackson's moves. There's also a dance mode where it's just you and the computer, where the computer gives you moves and you mimic them, that gets progressively harder with each level passed.

My only complaint is the version of Part 1 that's been included. The engine wasn't overhauled, so the moves are still laggy. But of course, still fun to play. Part 2 just gets played far more in my house.

This game gets played whenever I'm near my PS2. It's prompted me to import the soundtracks. Trust me, you won't regret buying this game if you love music/rhythm games. And with such a low price for two games, what's stopping you?

Two Great games for under $20!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 8
Date: March 06, 2004
Author: Amazon User

It's hard to believe this thing shot down below $20 after about 3 months on the shelves. Maybe it's because rhythm games are too specific for the masses, but it might also be because the packaging hides the fact that this is TWO games: Space Channel 5 parts 1 and 2.

Space Channel 5 part 1 is pretty much an exact port from the Dreamcast version a few years back. Space reporter Ulala defeats aliens in an elaborate dance-off with guns, featuring the "Parappa-style" call-response control. It's a great game that still stands well, but it's a bit dated nowadays, and very short.

Space Channel 5 Pt. 2 improves on the graphics, controls and storyline, but the style and gameplay are the same (the "don't mess with a good thing" philosophy). The game itself is noticeably longer, as well.
However, The bells and whistles are really what sets this apart from its predecessor. SC5:2 features a two-player mode, a "dance off" minigame, musical instrument minigames, and unlockable characters and toys. You'd be getting your money's worth with Part 2 alone, but Part 1 is a nice bonus.
A notable feature about both games is that they're more about timing than Parappa's button-mashing combos, so you can hook up a Dance Dance revolution mat. Imagine, a DDR game with an actual PLOT!

I feel for the rhythm genre. It speaks to a different kind of mindset than the average gamer, and is often reviewed badly by gaming mags who have more interest in shooters and RPGs. Rhythm games get bad press and poor sales, scaring away developers. Long-story-short, you may not get many more chances to pick up a rhythm game as great as Space Channel 5, let alone a two pack for under $20. Get it while you can.

Great Games!!!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 3 / 5
Date: February 05, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Space channel 5 part 1 is an okay game. But where this special edition shines is the space channel 5 part 2. Part 2 is a way better game where you can actually understand what the heck the bad guys are wanting you to do. But in all if you have a good sense of rhythym and you like music you need to own this game.

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