Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Music
- Platforms: Nintendo DS, Wii
- Developers: Jet Black Games, Zoe Mode
- Publishers: Activision
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! (2008)
Overview
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! is a dance rhythm game developed by High Voltage Software and published by THQ. It was released on November 18, 2008, for the Wii and Nintendo DS. The game is based on the popular television series Dancing with the Stars, and features a cast of professional dancers and celebrities from past seasons of the show.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! is similar to other dance rhythm games, such as Dance Dance Revolution and Just Dance. Players must follow the on-screen prompts and perform dance moves in time with the music. The game features a variety of dance styles, including waltz, tango, salsa, and hip-hop.
One of the unique features of Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! is the “flair moves” system. These special moves can be performed by pressing a button combination at the right time. Flair moves add extra points to the player’s score and can help them to win the competition.
The game also features a variety of multiplayer modes, including tournament play, co-op, and dance-off. In tournament mode, players can compete against each other to see who can score the highest score. In co-op mode, players can team up to dance together. And in dance-off mode, players can challenge each other to a dance battle.
Story
The story mode in Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! follows the player’s journey as they compete in the Dancing with the Stars competition. The player must choose a professional dance partner and then work their way through a series of dance challenges. Along the way, the player will learn new dance moves and improve their skills.
The story mode features a variety of cutscenes that tell the story of the player’s journey. The cutscenes are well-written and feature voice acting from the professional dancers and celebrities.
Characters
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! features a cast of professional dancers and celebrities from past seasons of the show. The professional dancers include Derek Hough, Julianne Hough, and Mark Ballas. The celebrities include Apolo Anton Ohno, Joey Fatone, Drew Lachey, Jennie Garth, Mel “Scary Spice” B, Jane Seymour, and Mark Cuban.
Each character has their own unique dance style and personality. The professional dancers are all highly skilled and can perform a variety of dance moves. The celebrities are all eager to learn how to dance and are willing to put in the hard work to improve their skills.
Music
The soundtrack to Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! features a variety of popular songs, including “Mony Mony” by Billy Idol, “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa, “Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, Mýa, and Pink, “She Bangs” by Ricky Martin, “Bootylicious” by Destiny’s Child, and “Black Horse and Cherry Tree” by KT Tunstall.
The music is well-chosen and fits the dance styles perfectly. The songs are all upbeat and catchy, and they help to create a fun and exciting atmosphere.
Graphics
The graphics in Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! are colorful and well-detailed. The character models are all well-animated and the dance moves are fluid and realistic. The game’s environments are also well-designed and create a realistic ballroom atmosphere.
Overall
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! is a fun and engaging dance rhythm game. The game features a variety of dance styles, a cast of professional dancers and celebrities, and a catchy soundtrack. The story mode is well-written and the graphics are colorful and well-detailed. Overall, Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! is a great choice for fans of dance rhythm games and Dancing with the Stars.
Review Score
7/10
