Popular games for franchise Bemani

25.12.2002

Dance Dance Revolution Extreme is a music video game by Konami and is the eighth release in the main Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) series. It was released on December 25, 2002 for Japanese arcades, on October 9, 2003 for the Japanese PlayStation 2, and on September 21, 2004 for the North American PlayStation 2. This game is the ninth release in North America, but despite having the same name as its Japanese counterpart, its gameplay and soundtrack is significantly different[1] and won the Video Music Awards in 2005 on MTV for Best Video Game Soundtrack. While the PlayStation 2 version came out in North America, the arcade version was exclusive to Japan. Despite this, the arcade version was exported to many arcades in the USA (most of them being bootlegged). Dance Dance Revolution Extreme was the last game in the DDR arcade franchise for four years until Dance Dance Revolution SuperNova in 2006. The arcade release of the game contains one of the largest soundtracks of any DDR game, featuring 240 songs, as well as music from other Bemani music titles. Konami issued an in-game thank you to the fans of Dance Dance Revolution and announced a rejuvenation of the entire series, but did not go into details. Konami's announcement led people to believe that DDR Extreme might be the final DDR release or that the series might be on hiatus or rebooted in the same manner as Beatmania and Beatmania IIDX.

22.08.2007

The hottest revolution and bestselling video game in the music game category explodes onto the dance floor with Dance Dance Revolution SuperNOVA2, the follow-up to 2006's biggest and best DDR game to date! Dance Dance Revolution SuperNOVA2 will deliver a dance party extravaganza with its fun interactive gameplay, incredible song selection and innovative new game modes.

26.09.1998

Dance Dance Revolution (ダンスダンスレボリューション Dansu Dansu Reboryūshon?), abbreviated DDR and also known as Dancing Stage in earlier games in Europe and Australasia, and some other games in Japan, is a music video game series produced by Konami. Introduced in Japan in 1998 as part of the Bemani series, and released in North America and Europe in 1999, Dance Dance Revolution is the pioneering series of the rhythm and dance genre in video games. Players stand on a "dance platform" or stage and hit colored arrows laid out in a cross with their feet to musical and visual cues. Players are judged by how well they time their dance to the patterns presented to them and are allowed to choose more music to play to if they receive a passing score. Dance Dance Revolution has been given much critical acclaim for its originality and stamina in the video game market. There have been dozens of arcade-based releases across several countries and hundreds of home video game console releases, promoting a music library of original songs produced by Konami's in-house artists and an eclectic set of licensed music from many different genres. The DDR series has inspired similar games such as Pump It Up by Andamiro and In the Groove by Roxor

27.09.2005

In addition to including features from the previous game, PS2 gamers will now have the opportunity to participate in exciting head-to-head DDR online competitions for the first time ever. The 100 top scorers will be recognized through an interactive ranking system, letting novice players test their dancing mettle against top-notch DDR experts. Players can also go online to access new challenge missions which will be refreshed periodically, allowing players a way to continually expand the DDR gaming experience. Whether players are looking to dance to the hottest tracks in town, choreograph, edit and create their own dance steps, or use the 'Work Out' mode to burn off excess pounds, DDR Extreme 2 will offer players of all ages an interactive and fun way to get up and groove. The game's support for the EyeToy Camera continues to add depth and dimension to the gameplay. While using the camera, players can access fast-paced mini games and use both their hands and feet while dancing and watching themselves on TV. Keeping players on the dance mat is more than 100 minutes of energetic dance music, including exclusively-licensed dance hits as well as smash-hit songs, such as "Genie In A Bottle" and "Oops!...I Did It Again." Also adding to the impressive line-up of songs is new music by the famous video game musician Yuzo Koshiro, whose credits include composing music for hit games such as Streets of Rage series, Revenge of Shinobi and Shenmue.

28.04.2006

The hottest revolution and bestselling video game in the music game category returns to its arcade roots with Dance Dance Revolution Supernova, the first arcade version to be released in North America in 6 years. Dance Dance Revolution Supernova uses a completely new hardware engine and is the largest game in the series. Players will have access to over 300 songs from different musical genres and 2000+ dance step patterns. Dance Dance Revolution Supernova is a brand new evolution in the DDR series and expands on every aspect of what made the original series innovative, fun and addictive.

17.04.2002

The dance floor kicks into overdrive with DDRMAX2 Dance Dance Revolution. It is the latest installment of the highly anticipated DDR series and takes the revolution to the masses! Players can customize their own dance steps and workout in an innovative Exercise Mode. DDR is packed with a smash-hit lineup of all-new exclusive songs, licensed music and dance hits. There are cool contemporary game modes and brand new graphical interfaces featuring music videos that will keep everybody movin' and groovin' to the pulsating beats. DDR Max 2 also includes links to previous games for special features.

24.12.2025

The seventh game in the rhythm game Sound Voltex, part of Konami's BEMANI franchise.

19.09.2012

20th installment of beatmania IIDX

15.12.1999

Dance Dance Revolution Solo 2000 is the second special one-player version of the Dance Dance Revolution series of music video games. It was released as an arcade game by Konami on December 15, 1999. Although only officially released in Japan, units exist worldwide. DDR Solo 2000 features 36 songs, 20 of which are new to Dance Dance Revolution.

01.12.2015

The cloud-based home release of the arcade series beatmania IIDX, released as part of Konami's Konaste line. The 2015 client was succeeded by the 2020 relaunch of Infinitas, and support ended shortly after.

18.03.1998

Beatmania 2ndMIX is a rhythm game developed by Konami. It is the second game in the beatmania series and is part of the BEMANI franchise ( which it was named after: BEatMANIa ). The game is played with a controller with one turn table and 5 keys, three white and two black. On the screen you will see bars moving from the top to bottom in columns representing each of the keys and the turntable. When the bars reach the judgement line it is time to scratch. Beatmania 2ndMix is the first time the hidden modifier was included, which hides notes halfway down the screen. The Difficulty levels have been reworked to a scale between 1 and 6. All songs from the first game moves on, combined with some remixes and 13 totally new songs for a total of 25 tracks to play.

03.08.2022

The awaited tenth version of the arcade rhythm game jubeat, called Ave.

07.05.2021

The fourth mobile version of the Jubeat arcade game introduced in 2021.

02.12.2019

Nostalgia: Op.3 (Op.3 meaning the third opus) is a piano based rhythm game in Konami's BEMANI franchise. It is the third game in the Nostalgia series and a spiritual successor to Konami's Keyboardmania series. The game consists of falling bars corresponding to certain areas of the keyboard. When the bars cross the judgement line it is time to play that key. There are three type of notes - Normal note which you play as normal, slide note where you slide your hand across the keyboard and trill note where you rapidly and alternately press two neighbouring keys. Op.3 adds more sorting functionality to the song selection screens, which is needed as the song list has grown in size. It also allows you to filter on your scores and grades, making it easier to improve your overall skill level in the game. Recital mode is now a toggle on the standard mode instead of another mode. This is the first time in the series where some songs are not carried over from previous version, due to licenses not being renewed. 75 songs were brought forward from Nostalgia, 97 from Nostalgia: Forte and 126 from Nostalgia: Op.2. Along with the 49 new songs in Op.3, that brings the total song list up to 347 songs (as of 27th June 2020). Since this is an currently active game, the song list will likely expand up until the release of the next game in the series.

23.03.2018

Twenty years after the birth of DanceDanceRevolution, a new generation dance game is finally here! Anyone can easily enjoy the shuffle dance that is all the rage around the world! "Shuffle dance" is characterized by the steps of sliding your feet on the ground in time with EDM (Electronic Dance Music). At Dancerush Stardom, anyone can easily enjoy various dances centred on the shuffle dance, simply by moving their bodies according to the instructions on the screen. In addition, it is equipped with a lesson stage where you can learn the basic steps of various shuffle dances such as "Running Man", so even beginners can easily enjoy it. The stage part is equipped with a large sensor panel to catch the movement of the foot in detail. Up to 2 people can play at the same time in a style that is lined up in front and behind. When you take steps, the LEDs spread all over the floor shine in vibrant colours, attracting the interest of the bystanders and further enhancing the uplifting feeling of the player.

27.03.2024

17.03.2022

Dance Dance Revolution A3 (pronounced Ace Three) is the 18th installment of the Dance Dance Revolution arcade series in Japan, and the sequel to Dance Dance Revolution A20 Plus. The game was released as an update on golden cabinets in Japan on March 17, 2022, including those imported in the United States. An upgrade for older cabinets was released in Asia (including Japan, South Korea, and several other countries), Australasia, and the United States on June 22, 2022, with a larger U.S. rollout on August 19th, 2023.

27.10.2009

Get your booty on the floor for Dance Dance Revolution X2. Licensed master tracks from some of today's hottest acts will make DDR X2 one for gamers old and new. Debuting in X2 is the unique Dice Master Mode, where players roll the dice to receive a dance challenge and compete to be the ultimate Dance Dance Revolution champion. Players will be able to dance to the beat of an expansive library of over 40 great songs, including a string of top hits recorded by the original artists.

16.09.2008

Dance Dance Revolution X is a music video game, part of the Dance Dance Revolution series. DDR X was announced by Konami in 2008 for Japan and on May 15, 2008 for the North American PlayStation 2. The arcade version was announced on July 7, 2008, July 9, 2008 in Europe, and July 10, 2008 for North America. Released to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Dance Dance Revolution, DDR X sports an improved interface, new music, and new modes of play. The arcade release featured an overhauled (second generation) cabinet design with a widescreen display, e-Amusement and USB access, and an improved sound system. Despite such new design of its arcade cabinet, upgrade kit to change the edition of DDR on its first generation arcade cabinet from SuperNOVA2 (or earlier) to X is also available. The PlayStation 2 release has link ability with the arcade machine, multi-player support over LAN, and other improved and returning features such as EyeToy support. DDR X was called a "truly global version", with a multi-regional release by all three major Konami houses.

24.10.2003

Dancing Stage Fever is the second European DDR game to be released for the PlayStation 2, although a port for PlayStation was also released. The PS2 edition uses a recolored DDRMAX2 engine with an aqua blue background complemented with star motifs instead of black and gray, while the PS edition uses a recolored DDR 4thMix engine. Also, the PS edition omits freeze arrows and full motion videos. The PlayStation 2 edition has 29 songs: 8 licenses, 16 Konami originals (of which 14 are also on Dancing Stage SuperNova for arcades) and 5 Bemani crossovers (of which 4 are also on Dancing Stage SuperNova for arcades). The PlayStation edition only features 15 of these songs: 5 licenses, 8 Konami originals and 2 Bemani crossovers. All licensed songs, with one exception, are exclusive to Fever. Both Fever releases include "All That She Wants", "Cool for Cats", "One Step Beyond" and "Virtuality" (by VBirds). On the PlayStation 2, these songs feature their music video, except for "Cool for Cats". The "Virtuality" music video notably shows the VBirds members dancing on flying dance pads to the rhythm of the arrows shown on screen.[3] The PlayStation 2 version also exclusively features "Come On Eileen", "Teenage Kicks" (with its music video) and "The Boys Are Back in Town". "Wannabe" was once exclusive to both Fever releases, but it was later included on Dance Dance Revolution Party Collection.

15.02.2006

In addition to including features from the previous game, PS2 gamers will now have the opportunity to participate in exciting head-to-head DDR online competitions for the first time ever. The 100 top scorers will be recognized through an interactive ranking system, letting novice players test their dancing mettle against top-notch DDR experts. Players can also go online to access new challenge missions which will be refreshed periodically, allowing players a way to continually expand the DDR gaming experience. Whether players are looking to dance to the hottest tracks in town, choreograph, edit and create their own dance steps, or use the 'Work Out' mode to burn off excess pounds, DDR STR!KE will offer players of all ages an interactive and fun way to get up and groove. The game's support for the EyeToy Camera continues to add depth and dimension to the gameplay. While using the camera, players can access fast-paced mini games and use both their hands and feet while dancing and watching themselves on TV. Keeping players on the dance mat is more than 100 minutes of energetic dance music, including exclusively-licensed dance hits as well as smash-hit songs, such as "Genie In A Bottle" and "Oops!...I Did It Again." Also adding to the impressive line-up of songs is new music by the famous video game musician Yuzo Koshiro, whose credits include composing music for hit games such as Streets of Rage series, Revenge of Shinobi and Shenmue.

24.08.2000

Dance Dance Revolution Solo 4thMix and Dance Dance Revolution Solo 4thMix Plus were released concurrently with 4thMix and 4thMix Plus respectively, designed for use with Solo cabinets. The changes in the actual game engine are few, but significant. The 4 and 6-panel modes are offered instead of the usual options, and the chubby arrows of the Solo series also appear. Multi-player Mode from the Solo series is not present in either game. An ALL MUSIC MODE feature is included for Dance Dance Revolution 4thMix Plus where players have access to all songs in the game instead of picking music genres.

24.05.2002

Dance Dance Revolution was released for Microsoft Windows computers on May 24, 2002. The game used the engine and interface from 4thMix, and like Konamix, it only includes Konami original songs. However, the song count in the Windows version is reduced to 40 songs, of which 21 are unavailable in Konamix.