July 10, 2007
KONAMI ANNOUNCES DANCE DANCE
REVOLUTION UNIVERSE 2 FOR XBOX 360
The Dancing Universe Expands with
New Gameplay Modes, an Incredible Soundtrack, and Enhanced Online Capabilities
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.
today announced Dance Dance Revolution UNIVERSE™2 for the Xbox 360™ video game
and entertainment system from Microsoft. The series’ encore performance on the
next generation console delivers new gameplay options along with a sundry mix of
songs from the 70s to today, online play and downloadable music, enhanced
graphics as well as accessibility for players of all ages.
"DDR UNIVERSE2 offers new features
and gameplay options that will appeal to aspiring and existing DDR fans," said
Jason Enos, Senior Product Manager at Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "The
next generation graphics make this the best-looking DDR game to date while the
new features and online capabilities offer gamers a wider array of options than
ever before. For non-stop action and fun, this is a must-have game for Xbox 360
owners."
A perfect fit for the entire family,
DDR UNIVERSE2 brings back familiar modes from previous games and expands on them
with the debut of Freestyle Mode on the Xbox 360 and the introduction of the
enhanced Quest mode. In Freestyle Mode, players can dance any way they want
without using the signature arrows – making it perfect for kids or anyone with
two left feet. Quest Mode allows players to build their own unique character and
advance through a set of missions to complete all of the gameplay challenges.
Delivering added proof of the game’s
"universal" appeal is the soundtrack, which draws inspiration from four decades
of both classic and current smash-hits to deliver the most complete music
library of any DDR game to date. From the 70s, 80s, 90s and today, DDR UNIVERSE2
has songs that fit everyone’s tastes. For those who want an even wider array of
music, they can take their game to the online "universe" via Xbox Live®, where
they can download new songs as well as compete head-to-head, and even have
access to exclusive DDR-related items. The game’s crystal clear high-definition
graphics provide vivid colors and life-like character animations, easily making
DDR UNIVERSE2 the sharpest looking DDR game ever.
As with all previous DDR game
releases, DDR UNIVERSE2 features a Workout Mode, which challenges would-be
dieters to dance off those extra pounds. With the ability to track calories
burned and provide vigorous exercise, the Workout Mode in DDR is the perfect
alternative to more traditional forms of exercise like the treadmill. Because of
its health and fitness benefits, the game has appeared in health clubs and
school physical education classes around the country, spawning an ever-growing
sub-genre of DDR fitness fanatics.
