Dance Dance Revolution Universe 2
A 2007 Xbox 360 dance game with new modes and downloadable content.
Dance Dance Revolution Universe 2 (often called Universe 2) is a music video game for the North American Xbox 360. Konami published it, and Hudson Soft developed it, releasing it on December 4, 2007. It follows *Dance Dance Revolution Universe*, which came out earlier that same year. The game boasts a large soundtrack with songs from the 1970s through the present day. It introduces new modes for beginners, such as Freestyle Mode, where players can dance without stepping on arrows; Quest Mode, which lets players build a dancing character and travel through a virtual world to compete against other dancers; and downloadable content through Xbox Live. In Europe, the game was released as *Dancing Stage Universe 2* with a different set of songs.
- field
- Music video game
- platform
- Xbox 360
- publisher
- Konami
- developer
- Hudson Soft
- release_date
- December 4, 2007
- region
- North America
- known_for
- Sequel to Dance Dance Revolution Universe, new modes including Freestyle and Quest
Lore & Background
Dance Dance Revolution Universe 2 was released on December 4, 2007, for the North American Xbox 360, published by Konami and developed by Hudson Soft. It is the direct sequel to Dance Dance Revolution Universe, which came out earlier in 2007. The game features a large soundtrack with songs ranging from the 1970s to the present day. It introduces new gameplay modes designed for newcomers, including Freestyle Mode, which allows players to dance without stepping on arrows, and Quest Mode, where players build a dancing character and travel from location to location in a virtual world facing off against other dancers. The game also supports downloadable content through the Xbox Live service. In Europe, the game was released with a different set of songs under the title Dancing Stage Universe 2.
Reader's Guide
Dance Dance Revolution Universe 2 represents a significant entry in the long-running Dance Dance Revolution series, specifically tailored for the Xbox 360 platform. Its release in 2007, just months after the first Universe game, shows Konami's commitment to expanding the franchise on Microsoft's console. The game's inclusion of Freestyle Mode, which removes the requirement to step on arrows, and Quest Mode, which adds a character-building and travel narrative, were notable attempts to attract new players who might be intimidated by the traditional arrow-stepping gameplay. The availability of downloadable content via Xbox Live extended the game's lifespan and allowed for continued engagement. The European release as Dancing Stage Universe 2 with a different song list highlights regional variations common in the series. While the game did not revolutionize the genre, it solidified the Dance Dance Revolution brand on the Xbox 360 and offered a substantial package for both newcomers and veterans.
Did You Know?
- The game was released in Europe with a different set of songs as Dancing Stage Universe 2.
- Freestyle Mode allows players to dance without needing to step on any arrows.
- Quest Mode lets players build a dancing character and travel from location to location in a virtual world.
- The Universe 2 Megapack downloadable content includes songs like 'DYNAMITE RAVE' by NAOKI and 'GRADIUSIC CYBER' by TAKA.
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