SingStar: Take That (2009)

by Christopher November 21, 2022

written by Christopher November 21, 2022 4 minutes read

Summary

Release Year: 2009
Genres: Music
Platforms: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3
Developers: SCE London Studio
Publishers: SCE Worldwide Studios Europe

SingStar: Take That (2009) Review

SingStar: Take That is a karaoke game which exclusively features songs by the British pop band Take That. It was released in 2009 for the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3. The game features 20 of Take That’s biggest hits, including “Never Forget”, “Back for Good”, and “Shine”.

Gameplay

The gameplay in SingStar: Take That is identical to that of other SingStar games. Players sing into a microphone and the game gives points based on the performance. The only basis of assessment is if the correct note is hit with the correct timing; the sung words or octave does not play into the result.

The game can be played by up to four players, either competitively or cooperatively. There are a variety of different game modes to choose from, including:

Classic: Players take turns singing songs. The player with the highest score at the end of the game wins.
Duet: Two players sing a song together. The players’ scores are combined, and the team with the highest score wins.
Pass the Mic: Players pass the microphone around and sing a song together. The player with the highest score at the end of the song wins.
Party: Players can create their own playlists and sing along to their favorite songs.

Features

In addition to the standard gameplay modes, SingStar: Take That also includes a number of special features, such as:

SingStore: The SingStore is an online shop where players can download additional songs. The SingStore includes a wide variety of songs from all genres, including pop, rock, country, and hip-hop.
My SingStar: My SingStar is a feature that allows players to create their own custom playlists and share them with other players online.
SingStar World: SingStar World is an online community where players can connect with other SingStar fans from around the world. Players can share their scores, videos, and playlists, and compete in online tournaments.

Reception

SingStar: Take That received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game for its fun and addictive gameplay, while others criticized it for its lack of innovation and repetitive song list. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.

Conclusion

SingStar: Take That is a fun and addictive karaoke game that is sure to please fans of the band. The game features a wide variety of songs, and the gameplay is simple and easy to learn. However, the game’s lack of innovation and repetitive song list may disappoint some players.

Score: 7.5/10

Pros:

Fun and addictive gameplay
Wide variety of songs
Simple and easy to learn

Cons:

Lack of innovation
Repetitive song list

Review Score

7.5/10

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Christopher

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