Space Channel 5 (Special Edition)

by Tommo

Product Features

• In the 25th century, wicked Morolians are about to invade Earth, and Space Channel 5 reporter Ulala is the first one on the scene. By attacking humans with dance-inducing guns, they're eliminating all Earth defense. Ulala will try to break the Morolians hypnotic grip by using her dance skills to outdo them!
• Help Ulala kick up some funky dance moves to great techno beats, in this huge & entertaining storyline
• Keep up by keeping the beat -- mimic the alien dance moves exactly, with perfectly-timed pauses
• Jump into Rhythm Battles where Ulala takes an instrument and plays in time with her opponent
• Give Ulala's voice a workout in the Lyrics Battle mode

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009ANK5
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches ; 4.8 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,166 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #84 in Video Games > PlayStation 2 > Action

Product Description

Space Channel 5: Special Edition makes you a reporter who's fighting off an alien invasion -- by outdancing them! Hundreds of funky levels to get down to -- even more fun with two-player cooperative gaming!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ulala Returns..., May 28, 2004

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Strategos "The Guardian of Time" (In Space above Planet Earth) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Space Channel 5 (Special Edition) (Video Game)

Hopes ran high, and the wait was long, but ultmately... it was worth it.

The original Space Channel 5 for Dreamcast is to me a great symbol of everything that was right about that game system. Like many other games for the Dreamcast, SC5 was stylish, creative, original, off-beat, and had loads of replay value. In my mind, it will always be a true classic. Naturally, I was quite disappointed when it appeared that the sequel would never come out in America. But then, like a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow that appeared suddenly in the heart of a black storm (you get the idea), we get not just the sequel, but the original game as well for PS2. And not for $40.00, not for $50.00 or $60.00, but for $15.00!

Truly, both games are well-worth hanging onto, but the sequel is the one that really shines. The timing problems of the first game are corrected, the graphics are improved, the gameplay is more varied, there are more styles of music, and you get to play musical instruments!

People have been ranting and raving about the style of these games for a long time now, but it bears repeating: there simply aren't any console games with more style than the dynamic duo of Space Channel 5. The whole retro-futuristic sci-fi 60's thing is so perfectly executed it makes the game terrific fun (that and a good dose of humor).

The real reason to buy these games though is the gameplay. Gameplay is hard to define, but I can tell you what seperates Sega's Greatest (Panzer Dragoon, GunValkyrie, Space Channel 5) from the rest of the pack. These games aren't like most games, where you play to beat the game and then it goes back on the shelf. No, no, no. These games you will play over and over and over trying to get a perfect score and unlock all of the hidden goodies (in this case hidden characters and extra costumes). Every time you play this game the experience is slightly different because the game changes depending on how well you are doing.

The Space Channel 5 games may be difficult, but there is huge replay value to be had if you're willing to invest the time. If you're the sort who loves games of timing in particular (Ikargua or Parappa the Rapper anyone?) then you owe it to yourself to get this game. Oh, and did I mention the music is awesome?

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Two Great games for under $20!, March 5, 2004

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Justin Pierce (Madison, WI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Space Channel 5 (Special Edition) (Video Game)

It's hard to believe this thing shot down below $20 after about 3 months on the shelves. Maybe it's because rhythm games are too specific for the masses, but it might also be because the packaging hides the fact that this is TWO games: Space Channel 5 parts 1 and 2.

Space Channel 5 part 1 is pretty much an exact port from the Dreamcast version a few years back. Space reporter Ulala defeats aliens in an elaborate dance-off with guns, featuring the "Parappa-style" call-response control. It's a great game that still stands well, but it's a bit dated nowadays, and very short.

Space Channel 5 Pt. 2 improves on the graphics, controls and storyline, but the style and gameplay are the same (the "don't mess with a good thing" philosophy). The game itself is noticeably longer, as well.
However, The bells and whistles are really what sets this apart from its predecessor. SC5:2 features a two-player mode, a "dance off" minigame, musical instrument minigames, and unlockable characters and toys. You'd be getting your money's worth with Part 2 alone, but Part 1 is a nice bonus.
A notable feature about both games is that they're more about timing than Parappa's button-mashing combos, so you can hook up a Dance Dance revolution mat. Imagine, a DDR game with an actual PLOT!

I feel for the rhythm genre. It speaks to a different kind of mindset than the average gamer, and is often reviewed badly by gaming mags who have more interest in shooters and RPGs. Rhythm games get bad press and poor sales, scaring away developers. Long-story-short, you may not get many more chances to pick up a rhythm game as great as Space Channel 5, let alone a two pack for under $20. Get it while you can.

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a 2 Disc Set that includes both part 1 AND 2, January 9, 2004

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Manythings "manythings711" (NYC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Space Channel 5 (Special Edition) (Video Game)

The other reviewer is completely wrong. This does include the sequel. Providing hours and hours of fun. I can pick this up anytime and have a blast. It's addictive, challenging, and it will keep you moving to the rhythm. I got hooked on the dream cast version. It took awhile but now my favorite game is back on the PS2 along with a VERY inventive sequel that ups the fun level and makes things more challenging and more interesting in terms of adding singing, instruments, and the ability to continue a level from the midway point. Love it. And you will too.