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*Nearly all the songs were repeated in the [[CS DDR 2ndMIX DC|the next game's Dreamcast version]] and future releases.
*Nearly all the songs were repeated in the [[CS DDR 2ndMIX DC|the next game's Dreamcast version]] and future releases.
*Timing is incredibly strict compared to later games.
*Timing is incredibly strict compared to later games.
*Only game to feature the negative OUCH! judgment, which penalises standard gameplay methods (e.g. not returning feet to the centre) that have become common in the modern day.
*The preview songs, CS songs, and EDIT MODE all have ridiculous unlock requirements.
*The preview songs, CS songs, and EDIT MODE all have ridiculous unlock requirements.



Revision as of 01:01, 27 July 2019

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.
  • Only game to feature the negative OUCH! judgment, which penalises standard gameplay methods (e.g. not returning feet to the centre) that have become common in the modern day.
  • 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.