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Fun, fun, fun!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 24 / 26
Date: May 07, 2000
Author: Amazon User
The Japanese sure have it lucky- they've had this game for over 5 months over there! Being the owner of a Dreamcast with a mod chip, I was able to purchase an import copy of this game and play it. One word sums up this game- awesome. It was worth the $... I paid to get it, the graphics amaze, the control is flawless, and the soundtrack simply rocks! For those who don't know what this game is all about, it is kind of like Parappa the Rapper on the Sony PlayStation, where you try to synch your dance moves to the music and on-screen commands. This game goes one step further and actually has a quasi-storyline, along with a cute female lead, Ulala. My recommendation- buy it, you'll be glad!
Space Channel 5 Review
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 4 / 32
Date: May 08, 2000
Author: Amazon User
I Liked this game because it had a good message, however it still recieved a T for Teen because it had Animated Violence and the heroine showed a little skin, belly basically, nothing graphic, it's also fun helping humans, and this is also a great game to watch it even has Michael Jackson antoher plus overall a great game
Hot Music with Rhythm Puzzles
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 4 / 5
Date: November 12, 2000
Author: Amazon User
I am a female doctoral student in Aerospace Engineering. This game rocks because it requires only simple use of the controls. Plus, at the end of a long work day, the plot is not too taxing. The 1st level requires you to "dance" on the beat. As you move up, you are challenged to repeat long, syncopated rythms. If you have a music background, you'll recognize it; otherwise, you'll play intuitively. The graphics are smooth, and my boyfriend was pretty stunned at the sex pot, Ulala, who has some excellent moves to learn for the night clubs. She is better drawn than Jessica Wabbit, and I had no idea that they made sexy video games without violence, for girls. I hope the trend continues. The sound track is Fab-u-lous, and the dress code is Dee-lish!
Funky
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 2 / 2
Date: July 25, 2000
Author: Amazon User
This game is reaaaally addictive! I play it just because I can't get the soundtrack out of my head...
True, the game is pretty easy to beat (maybe 4-5 hours of playing depending in how quick you can get your groove on), but it's still lots of fun, and if you do well, the second time around you get to experience different parts of each level.
Highly recommended for those into music, dancing, and good clean campy fun. The soundtrack is incredible, Ulala's moves are astonishing, and the graphics in general are terrific!
Now Moloading
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 2 / 3
Date: July 07, 2003
Author: Amazon User
I think this is a really cool game. It quickly became one of my favorite Dreamcast games. I only wish it was longer. I don't know what some of those other guys were complaining about with the controls. I didn't have a problem. It is easy for me. I beat the game in 3 days. Starting out I thought Evila was a tough boss. Not anymore! It's now my favorite boss. I do level 4 all the time.
Save us Ulala
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 1 / 2
Date: July 01, 2001
Author: Amazon User
must have for dancers and music lovers! Super sexy Ulala must save the human race from dance loving morolians. useing memory, skill, and rythem, she must destroy the morolians. And the music is....how do you say...GROOVIE!! a 60's style with a twist of modren Pop, Techno, and a happy type of Jazz. So you'll be grooving everywhere you go! and you wont be able to stop humming the theme! and the plot has some twists and turns so you'll have to keep on playing untill you finish. La la Bum Da bum Da bum.. This game also requires alot of attention, so dont play if your feel sick or if your tired. you need energy to play this game. You may like Dance Dance Revalioution or Bust a Groove if you like danceing games. ^_^
Just wanted to say something
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 1 / 15
Date: August 17, 2001
Author: Amazon User
OH...my...god...is she wearing any...um....UNDIES?!?!?
*male friend O_o's*
**slaps male friend**
*male friend continues to O_o*
One Funk Game!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 11, 2002
Author: Amazon User
I have two friends that have this game, and, when I saw it, I was a bit...
...intimidated. The game itself is a very funny game, to start off with, and the genre is un-categorizable. But, eventually, I finally decided to try the game. I was probably the worst person to've ever graced the game, believe you me, when I first started. But, nonetheless, it was still fun and had me coming back for more! Let's get down to the bare facts, if you don't mind...Controls - 4.5/5.0 (difficult at first, very good later)
-At first, the time slot is very slim, one would think when they first try the game. I know I thought so. But, I found out how to do it. By keeping the hand OFF of the D-Pad, I seemed to have more control in the game. You have to match the moves with the rhythm in order to get good ratings, and, having beaten the game so many times, I have concluded that the controls are very precise. There are no complaints in this department, and there shouldn't be. Just stay with the funk!!
Graphics - 4.7/5.0 (backgrounds detract at times, realistic moves)
-Space Channel 5 puts in CGI graphics in the backgrounds of normal play. This means that whenever the game cuts from one scene to another, either the background will be too quick or too slow with the real-time parts. However, controlling the sultry Ulala is certainly not bad-looking - quite the contrary, actually. The moves are realistic, as is evidenced by a certain legend's appearance in the game (both through graphics and audio). I won't say who it is, but everyone else already has. The graphics are definitely soothing to the eyes.
Audio - 4.9/5.0 (some repeated noises, good music and entertaining sound effects)
-This game is all about music. Naturally, that would be a key point during the game's design, and there are not downsides to this aspect except one. This game missed perfection by .05, all because of the 'narrator's' constant lines. Now, I would have taken more away had it not been so entertaining. When you are doing good (and, by the way, I am very good at this game now), he will say some things in there or really 'get into the music'. But, it is still very fun and no real lows.
Fun - 5.1/5.0 (No bad things, very addictive)
-This game cannot be summed up with simple words. I could go on and on about how addictive it is, the utter humor involved, and the plain out fun there is here. Though this game is very short (I beat the game 7 times in one day), taking about one hour each time. But, being that I spent 7 hours right in front of Space Channel 5 should tell you something. Something good.
Story - 4.9/5.0 (quirky, but still entertaining to extraordinary levels)
-You control Ulala, a sultry reporter investigating the exploits of an alien race. It would seem that their intent is to force the humans to dance. To be able to conquer these villanous abominations, you must copy their dance techniques. You have a viewer rating that you must achieve for each level (I beat the game with 99% as my highest). The story unfolds throughout the story, and I won't giveaway any of the thought-provoking aspects of this marvelous game, but I will say that, after you beat the game, there is a special bonus in going through the game again.
Well, that sums up SEGA's great game in Space Channel 5. The only logical thing to leave you with is a quote from William Shatner (some commercial). "You know what to do, dawg!! Bust a move!!" And, might I say so vigorously, go and bust a move. Thank you.
A unique and unforgettable gaming experience!
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 1 / 3
Date: June 23, 2000
Author: Amazon User
I will tell you right now. You will either love or hate this game. I happened to love it. Why? First, the characters. Ulala is a reporter for SC5 and is trying to get the scoop on the invasion of the Morolians. Along the way, she discovers people are being hypnotized (by the Morolians) and are being forced to dance! So what is she forced to do? Dance! As you beat the aliens, the people you rescue follow you. After awhile, it feels like the opening scene of Austin Powers. You have to experience it yourself to see how fun this is. Next, the graphics. Could Ulala look any better? The backgrounds are streaming mpegs and are quite detailed. There is plenty of color in this game. Think of it as the 60's meets "Lost in Space". Next, is the gameplay. Yes, the game can be short once you learn the controls. The controls do take time to get used to, but don't give up in the first 1/2 hour! You will feel the "groove" and begin to do better. After you beat the game, play it again. Except this time, there are alternate paths. I should mention that the story becomes very climatic. The ending was a complete ride! Finally, the sound. This is the best part of the game. You will have these songs stuck in your head for days! The voice acting is top-notch too. My advice, try this game. I was never a fan of the music genre but was immediately hooked to this one. You won't regret it.
ooh la la...
5
Rating: 5,
Useful: 1 / 1
Date: September 06, 2000
Author: Amazon User
I do wish this game was longer and a bit more challenging maybe but I have had a lot of fun with it. I rented it and beat it, but I bought it anyway cause Ulala is so cool and I love the music and the fun of the Simon Says type dancing. I think it's great. And I hate most video games!
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