What is a Dance Mat/Pad?
A dance mat plugs into your games console, they’re made for PS1, PS2, Xbox, GameCube and PC, to replace the hand held controller. You then use your feet to play dance mat games.
A dance pad, also known as a dance mat or dance platform, is a flat electronic game controller used for input in dance games. Most dance pads are divided into a 3×3 matrix of square panels for the player to stand on, with some or all of the panels corresponding to directions or actions within the game. Some dance pads also have extra buttons outside of the main stepping area, such as "Start" and "Select". Pairs of dance pads are often joined side-by-side for certain gameplay modes.
The Game
All Dance Mat games have slightly different features and settings but all work to the same general rules.
The game is played on a dance pad with four arrow panels: left, down, up, and right. These panels are pressed using the player's feet, in response to arrows that appear on the screen in front of the player. The arrows are synchronized to the general rhythm or beat of a chosen song, and success is dependent on the player's ability to time and position his or her steps accordingly.
First you select your game mode. This can be practice, beginner, game or workout. Game modes usually grade you on three songs at a time before giving you a final overall grade. Next you choose your song. Most games have a great variety from pop to dance. Each song can be done at different difficulty levels so you can work to your own standard and pace.
Finally, you begin to dance!
Benefits of a Dance Mat:
The best thing about a dance mat has to be how much fun it is to use it. Unlike seating on the couch playing a game, the dance mat can provide a different programme each time for you get up and move about. With so many games available the possibilities are endless.
Playing on the dance mat improves your fitness levels and co-ordination. It can be done alone, with a friend or with your children. You can also plug in two mats at the one time and dance against each other. Why not get your mates together and have a Dance Mat party?
The dance mat is easy to set up and put away. They fold up neatly so they can be kept virtually anywhere. No fancy gear is required, not even a good pair of trainers!
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Games compatible with Dance Mats:
- Dance Dance Revolution 3rd Mix (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution CLUB VERSION Dreamcast Edition (Dreamcast)
- Dance Dance Revolution 1st Mix (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution 2nd ReMIX (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution 3rd MIX (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution BEST HITS (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution 4th MIX (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution EXTRA MIX (Play Station)
- Dance Dance Revolution 5th Mix (Play Station) - DDR MAX (6th MIX) (Play Station 2)
- DDR MAX 2(7th MIX) (Play Station 2)
- DDR MAX 2(7th MIX) (Play Station 2)
- DDR EXTREME (Play Station 2)
- DDR Party Collection (Play Station 2)
- DDR FESTIVAL (Play Station 2)
- DDR STR!KE (Play Station 2)
- DDR SuperNOVA (Play Station 2)
- Dance Factory (Play Station 2)
- Dancing Stage Euromix (Play Station 2)
- Dancing Dance Revolution: Ultramix (Xbox)
- Dancing Stage Party Edition (Play Station)
- Dancing Stage Megamix (Play Station 2)
- Dancing Stage Fever (Play Station and Play Station 2)
- Dancing Dance Revolution: Ultramix 2 (Xbox)
- Dancing Stage Fusion (Play Station and Play Station 2)
- Dancing Dance Revolution: Ultramix 3 (Xbox)
- Dancing Stage MAX (Play Station 2)
- DDR Ultramix 4 (XBox)
- Konamix (Play Station/Play Station 2)
- DDR RO in the groove (PC)
- DDR Mario Mix (GameCube)
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