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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!

Short but Sweet Trip Into the Retro-Future

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 5 / 5
Date: April 16, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Sega's first jaunt into the quirky realm of dancing games, Space Channel 5, is quite enjoyable, showcasing many of the best features of the Dreamcast. However, the actual playing experience is not all that deep, making the game feel like it was rushed to market. This does not detract from the game too much, however, because for what it is, Space Channel 5 is quite fun.

Graphically the combination of pre-rendered backgrounds and live-rendered characters works quite well, producing often dazzling visual effects reminiscent of the space station scenes in _2001_ as seen by someone on an acid trip. The music definitely has its hook, and while Apollo Smile's voice-acting is a bit wooden at times, overall she lends a nice dimension to main character Ulala. The control scheme is simple enough (perhaps too simple), and the difficulty increases at a good pace throughout the game's length.

However, that observation brings up the main flaw of the game: at only four levels, Space Channel 5 is entirely too short. People with instinctive rhythmic skills will probably be able to finish the game in less than an hour, and while trying to unlock all 78 characters does add some longevity to the game, the main quest should have been much longer. Also glaringly absent is a two-player mode, which in dancing games seems to be a mandatory feature. Combined, these two problems really detract from the game's replay value.

But overall Space Channel 5 is still very pleasing to the eyes and ears, and is unique enough in a game genre known for its uniqueness that it merits strong consideration from potential buyers. Players with no sense of rhythm or exceptionally poor short-term memory may find the game too frustrating, but everyone else should find something to like about it.

This game is good!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: June 19, 2000
Author: Amazon User

The only problems with this game are: The voice that commands you to press the buttons (up,up,down,down) is kind of annoying. If I wasn't watching the video game, I'd think it was a workout video! My friend was disgusted, It's kind of fruity. Second: The game is WAY to short. For an average gamer, I'll give you 2 good hours of gameplay and that's it. I ended the game in 45 minutes and the replay value is low unless you want to see the visuals. ON THE OTHER HAND, the concept is so cool, the graphics are amazing, the soundtrack sounds like it's from the 70's and Ulala is pretty hot! I recommend you rent this first, I'm sure you will get through this game in one weekend and I don't see why it got a teen rating, this game has family written all over it.

A dancing game...what?!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 5 / 6
Date: January 05, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Okay, I admit when my girlfriend was nice enough to buy me Space Channel 5, I was fairly sure it was never even get close to my Dreamcast. I mean, she knows that I only play games where you either kill or drive cars (or even better, both). A dancing game, please? One morning I put it in to play it (while she was there) just to 'prove' that I didn't totally hate it. Please don't tell my friends but this is probably the prettiest and most addictive game that I own. It's not only the first thing that I grab for when I get home everyday, it's the one game that I have that leaves me in a good mood when I'm done playing. Now if I could just get that song out of my head...not to mention that cutie-bug, Ulala! Note: No Morolians were harmed in the writing of this review.

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!

Great idea, but needs work.

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 3 / 6
Date: June 24, 2000
Author: Amazon User

I played this game recently, and at first, it made a "cute" impression. The graphics, although slightly fuzzy, were nice and gave a good, retro-space look from the 50s. The music was also pretty tight, as was the dancing, if not ridicously funny. But the main problem with this game was it's control. Response was awful, and the supposed tutorial was just a version of the manual plastered on your TV screen.

After figuring out the controls though, I got a general hang of it, but not 10 minutes into the game, you hit some incrediablly complex combinations that are just way too much. One major problem is that the voice acting of the aliens is terrible. Granted, they ARE aliens, but they weren't real good at pronouncing the words clearly enough to be understood, so you knew which way to press.

All in all, I don't recommend this game. With shaky control and bad directions, it's a good idea, but flawed. Looks like just a screwed-up import if you ask me.

JCMICHAELS.COM Space Channel 5 Review

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 3
Date: January 29, 2001
Author: Amazon User

Space Channel 5, a game that did not do well but was acclaimed nonetheless. I was not all that interested in even playing this game, but then I broke down and bought it at a very reasonable price. Ulala, a reporter for Space Channel 5 reports a story about the Morolians (an alien race) who are attempting to take over the universe.

I admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the game. The excellent music and characters gives this game charm and originality that is often missing from these cut and paste programming techniques that seem to flood the market these days. Although it does follow the same formula as the Parappa the Rapper series and Bust A Groove, Space Channel 5 has the addictive game play and animations that will keep you coming back for more.

The game doesn't come without bad points. Sometimes you find yourself a little frustrated with the control. When you could have sworn that you pressed the button at the beat, it buzzes, telling you that you missed it, frustrating but forgivable. If you can find the game get it, something this unique should always be in your library to round out your selection.

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.

NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH! MUST PLAY! MUST BUY!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: January 02, 2001
Author: Amazon User

I HAVE PLAYED ALOT OF GAMES, BUT I WOULD HAVE TO SAY THIS ONE IS IN MY TOP 20 DEFINATELY OR MAYBE, JUST MAYBE MY TOP 10! I love Ulala, the girl on the front of the box. She has everything from awesome dance moves to cute clothing! I do not want to tell you much, but one thing she comes up to dance with is a girl named Evila. She looks just like Ulala except she is a robot and she is is wearing blue clothes in the same style as Ulala's.( I think Evila has better dance moves!) Hope you buy it and enjoy it, because if you don't, I'm sorry!

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