Dance Central 3
- October 16, 2012
- Harmonix Music Systems
NOT EVEN THE MACARENA CAN DETRACT FROM DANCE CENTRAL 3'S INFINITE JOY
Dance Central 3 is the third installment in the popular Dance Central game for the Kinect on the Xbox 360.
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Xbox 360
Reviews
- Great for family fun and exercise, with a variety of songs and dance moves.
- Accurate body movement tracking enhances the dancing experience compared to other dance games.
- Engaging for all ages, providing entertainment and fitness benefits.
- Some users experienced issues with scratched or damaged discs upon delivery.
- Limited song choices compared to previous versions, leading to some disappointment.
- The game can be challenging for younger players due to the complexity of dance moves.
- music22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the variety and fun of the song selection, particularly for pop fans and casual exercise. While some users feel that the quality of the songs could be improved, others enjoy the diverse and up-to-date tracks available for dancing. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience, making it entertaining for both solo and multiplayer modes.
“I would highly recommend this for people who are fans of pop songs and want to do some casual fun exercise.”
“As a cardio workout, it won't get boring, repetitive or require drive and discipline; on the contrary, it's just fun and you'll look forward to dancing to the songs you like.”
“The song list is big and varied, some of them old school.”
“We just needed more song choices.”
“Yes, the songs are not that great but the story settings and overall fitness benefits will highly recommend this video game.”
“I preferred the songs from DC2, but besides that, it's better in every regard.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story in the game is considered somewhat lacking and often feels pointless, yet it adds entertainment value and extends gameplay hours. While some players appreciate the attempt at storytelling, others find it confusing or unremarkable. Overall, the story is seen as a secondary feature, overshadowed by the game's fitness benefits and gameplay modes.
“Better story, more features and modes.”
“I really like the inbuilt fitness routines and even enjoyed the absurd story mode.”
“Dance Central 2 was liked so much the kids did some research (on Wikipedia - where else?) and they picked some exciting storylines of the sequel.”
“It does feature an attempt at some kind of story, a bit pointless in my opinion, but does certainly provide some entertainment and adds a few more hours to the game.”
“Dance Central 2 was liked so much that the kids did some research (on Wikipedia - where else?) and they picked some exciting storylines of the sequel, but honestly, I couldn't understand them.”
“Better story, more features, and modes.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the latest title show slight improvements over previous entries, with users noting that while they may not be the primary focus, they are still commendable. Many praise the excellent visuals, particularly in the choice of dancers and venues, making it the best installment in the series.
“This is the best Dance Central ever! The graphics are excellent, and the choice of dancers and venues is outstanding.”
“The graphics are slightly improved compared to previous titles, making for a more visually appealing experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have expressed frustration with the optimization of the dance performance feature, noting that it abruptly switches to a recording mode that obscures the on-screen instructions, making it difficult to follow along. Additionally, the playback speed is excessively fast, further complicating the experience.
“The only part I don't like is that during every dance performance, you are following the moves, then it switches to a mode where it films you and you can't see what you are meant to be doing, then it plays it back to you, speeded up about 20 times!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Dance Central offers high replayability due to its extensive song library and diverse dance moves, making it enjoyable for both solo play and social gatherings with friends.
“This is what Kinect was made for. Dance Central is heaps of fun both solo and with friends. Loads of songs, loads of moves, and loads of replay value.”
“The variety of challenges and modes keeps me coming back for more. Every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple character paths and endings, I find myself diving back in to explore every possibility.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 200 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as repetitive, with core mechanics feeling familiar and unoriginal. Players find the task of decoding dance crazes to be cumbersome, although dancing to popular tracks like Justin Bieber adds some enjoyment.
“The core gameplay is more of the same, and decoding dance crazes can be a burden.”
“Dancing to Justin Bieber feels repetitive and uninspired.”
