DDR CS General Info
Which mix do I buy?
Want to find a good console release of DDR but don't know which one to pick? Well here I will cover the console releases and the pros and cons of each one. Therefore, you can make a choice!
Note: For consistency's sake, this list will only cover the Japanese CS releases of the main series.
CS DDR 1st
Total Songs: 16
Unique Songs: 1
Pros
- Contains three preview songs for 2nd Mix and two entirely new songs.
- Beginner friendly.
- Sealed copies can be found for cheap.
- Introduces EDIT MODE, which allows you to create your own charts for songs.
- Includes exclusive ARRANGE MODE.
- Color coded FLAT arrows fixed from arcade version.
- Includes EASY and TRAINING modes for those new to the game.
Cons
- Small songlist.
- Nearly all the songs were repeated in the the next game's Dreamcast version and future releases.
- Timing is incredibly strict compared to later games.
- The preview songs, CS songs, and EDIT MODE all have ridiculous unlock requirements.
CS 2ndReMIX
Total Songs: 38
Unique Songs: 5 (not counting 2ndMIX Dreamcast Edition)
Pros
- Also includes EASY mode and TRAINING mode.
- Like before, sealed copies can be found cheap.
- includes two previews for the next game.
- EDIT MODE is a default mode now.
- Color coded FLAT arrows fixed from arcade version.
- Includes System Data Support, which allows one to unlock all the hidden content from the previous CS release.
- STEP BATTLE songs are now playable outside that mode.
Cons
- Timing is incredibly strict compared to later games.
- Some songs have dumb unlock requirements.
- Nearly all the songs (especially the KONAMI Originals) were repeated in later games.