American Idol

by Codemasters

Product Features

• This music-based game combines elements of karaoke with the gameplay of Dance Dance Revolution for a new kind of gaming
• Players will have to develop their singing skills and refine their dance moves
• As they improve their entertaining skills, they'll compete against other contestants for the fame and glory they seek
• Get full feedback from the judges, just like on the show -- over 4,000 comments from Simon, Randy and Paula, ranging from bad to nice

Product Details

• ASIN: B00004U3K0
• Media: Video Game
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,387 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #18 in Video Games > PlayStation 2 > Arcade
  • #51 in Video Games > PlayStation 2 > Simulation

Product Description

Game Informer Review

How bad are you expecting an American Idol game to be? Well, strangely enough, it's not nearly that heinous. Basically, Codemasters' first game using its Fox TV license is nothing more than an unpolished, but promising, rhythm title. The judge commentary is repetitive, the clothing options aren't as varied as I'd like, and it only takes a few hours to become America's Idol. In addition, the rewards aren't that great; but the game is solid and the song list isn't as unspeakably painful as one would guess. It's not awesome, but it's also not without merit.

Rated: 6.25 out of 10
Editor: Lisa Mason
Issue: February 2004




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Product Description

American Idol brings the challenge and trademark insults of the hit show to your PS2!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Game Ever!, December 28, 2003

A Kid's Review

This review is from: American Idol (Video Game)

Ok, this is the most fun game I have ever played!

Alot of people complained because the game wasn't an actual karaoke game and you didn't get to sing, but WHO CARES? the puzzle-like style to the game instead of singing is still fun!

The Competition Mode was pretty easy I'll admit, and I beat it on EASY the first try, but it's alot of fun trying new songs and new clothes...I definately recommend trying all levels of Difficulty, I'm on the HARD level now.

As for glitches...there are some, such as time delays between singing, cheering, the judges comments, etc. and some of the transitions get annoying...BUT...it does not take anything away from the game and you will eventually just get used to it!
The singing is good, the graphics are decent, the sound is nice, and the game is just awesome!

The game is ALOT of fun! GREAT game for an American Idol fan!
I hope they make a 2nd version!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Say what you want, but my 8 year old LOVES this game, May 11, 2006

By 

Lon S. Roberts (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: American Idol (Video Game)

I've read the negative reviews but my 8 year old son bought this game used and has enjoyed it a lot. It's one of his favorites. It's a great kids game. As a parent I recommend it!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, December 26, 2003

By 

Kim Bogue (St. Peters, MO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: American Idol (Video Game)

This game leads you to believe you can do "karoke" with it. However, your "voice" is controller operated. I guess you would have to be an "american idol" follower to appreciate this game. We bought it because my daughter loved karaoke revolution and the dance mat games. We're trading it in...