Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix

 GameCube
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    90
    A great value. If you like to visit the Mushroom Kingdom, look silly playing a videogame and wish to get in shape, rush out to your local game shop and pick up a copy.
  2. Kombo
    90
    An auditory feast for Nintendo fans. Everyone who grew up with Mario and friends needs to see what the game has to offer, even players who have never touched a dance game before.
  3. BonusStage
    85
    As a DDR and all around dancing game beginner myself, the accessible approach to DDR: Mario Mix hooked me more than any of the other games in the series.
  5. My Gamer
    82
    For newcomers to the series and Gamecube owners, though, Mario Mix provides an entertaining introduction to the world of Dance Dance Revolution.
  6. N-Insanity
    82
    If you're new to the series, this game warmly welcomes you with its brutally easy difficulty. But steroid-using DDR veterans will dominate this game in a couple of hours, and won't give it a second thought.
  7. AceGamez
    80
    As a dancing game beginner, the accessible approach to Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix hooked me more than any of the other games in the series.
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  8. DarkStation
    80
    Konami's massively hip dancer comes out for the Cube, as Mario does the boogie to classic Nintendo tunes. A solid choice for music-hungry fans.
  9. IGN
    80
    Nintendo fans will love it. A full Mushroom Kingdom-themed storyline sets up dance-offs with Nintendo music remixes and mascot mini-games.
  10. NintendoWorldReport
    80
    Mario's strongest influence is on the soundtrack, which is comprised almost entirely of remixes and remakes of familiar songs from the many Mario games over the years. These songs, many of them bona fide classics in the annals of game music, have been brushed up with various styles ranging from jazz to techno. [JPN Import]
  11. eToychest
    77
    It brings the phenomenon to the GameCube, and while far from being the best the DDR the series has to offer, in the final analysis it could have been much worse.
  12. Da Gameboyz
    75
    Some things bothered me though. Firstly is that the dance pad moved around while you were playing and this would eventually lead to missed arrows.
  13. Nintendo Power
    75
    Offers a form of exercise that will strengthen part of the body other than our bulging thumb muscles. [Dec 2005, p.118]
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  14. Deeko
    75
    If you're looking for some good, old-fashioned Mario fun with a DDR backdrop, this is the game you've been waiting for. If you're looking to get in touch with your hardcore side, it's wise to take DDR: w/ Mario with a grain of salt.
  15. Siliconera
    75
    This isn't your hardcore aerobics DDR game. Instead Dance Dance Revolution Mario Mix is a cheerful title that is sure to entertain gamers looking for something slightly new. [JPN Import]
  16. Detroit Free Press
    75
    Best of all, this fun game hides the fact that it's packed with exercise activities (the game, like others in the series, even has a workout mode that counts calories burned). My kids played through a good chunk of the game in their first outing and constantly asked to play again.
  17. Eurogamer
    70
    For the poor, deprived Cube owners out there that have been thus far denied the chance to strut their stuff in front of their TV, this is easily the best Dancing Stage title on any platform.
  18. GameSpot
    70
    With a short story mode that serves as a fun, linear introduction to sequential stomping, Mario Mix is suitable for a child, or for an uncoordinated friend.
  19. GamerFeed
    70
    The mini-games and quirks to the traditional gameplay will keep you playing for a while. It's just too bad the difficulty forces the ride to end earlier than expected.
  20. Nintendophiles
    67
    A must for hardcore Mario buffs, as well as those GameCube owners dying to get on the Dance Dance bandwagon.
  21. G4 TV
    60
    Mario Mix is easier than forgetting to put the toilet seat down. If you have any DDR skills whatsoever, you'll trounce it without missing more than a step or two.
  22. GameSpy
    60
    If you're new to the whole Dance Dance "thing," then you'll have a blast with Mario Mix. Interacting with a game via the dance pad is quite a bit of fun, and there are enough things to unlock and other diversions to keep you busy for a while.
  23. The Sydney Morning Herald
    60
    Not only will it keep the younger ones occupied for hours, but they'll be getting exercise.
  24. Gaming Age
    58
    Mario Mix is a worthy addition to your library if you have kids 6 to 12 that would like to dance and don't mind doing so with Mario and company.
  25. Game Informer
    53
    A disastrous misstep. [Jan 2006, p.149]
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  26. netjak
    52
    There are many better DDR mixes out there, ones with actual challenge and ones where you can use better third-party mats. It's not that DDR Mario Mix is bad. It just doesn't take enough classic DDR elements and bogs the game down with too much extraneous junk.
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  27. 1UP
    50
    If you don't own any other console and you just really want to stomp those arrows, by all means, go right ahead. For everyone else, there's simply nothing to see.
  28. PALGN
    50
    Juvenile pleasures, but will not satisfy the mature palate.
  29. games(TM)
    40
    Recommended only for DDR completists or people who would seriously consider Mushroom Kingdom cosplay. [Dec 2005, p.122]
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Awards & Rankings

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#42 Best GameCube Game of 2005
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#19 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2005
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#20 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2005

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 23
  3. Negative: 1 out of 23
  1. PolisKanin
    Feb 1, 2014
    10
    Surprisingly one of my favourite Mario games, I really love this game. The story is ok for a game, but it is good for a Mario game, and theSurprisingly one of my favourite Mario games, I really love this game. The story is ok for a game, but it is good for a Mario game, and the best I have seen in any dancing game. I started playing this and before I knew it, over 2 hours had passed. Both Mario and Luigi are playable in story mode. I love this game, I really do.… Full Review »
  2. Chirritox
    May 8, 2023
    8
    este juego lo jugamos en directo con 5 persona, y realmente nos ha gustado bastante la historia es super olvidable pero justificable para queeste juego lo jugamos en directo con 5 persona, y realmente nos ha gustado bastante la historia es super olvidable pero justificable para que mario baile a cada rato, la musica es increible tiene las mejores remixer de la saga mario, y la dificultad es estable, lo unico malo es que hay pocos personajes jugables, solo hay mario y luigi pero en general es un juegazo… Full Review »
  3. wariothelegend
    Jul 10, 2018
    7
    Is this officially the weirdest Mario game in history of mankind. Indeed, it is. But that's not to say that it's a bad game in particular. TheIs this officially the weirdest Mario game in history of mankind. Indeed, it is. But that's not to say that it's a bad game in particular. The game is fun to play, and it'll really get you moving. It plays just like Dance Dance Revolution, but with Mario's mix into it, you'll be playing as Mario jamming to a bunch of remixed version of Mario music from past games.

    There is a story to it, and it's weird as all heck. Waluigi (yeah, WALUIGI) steals these things called the Music Keys in order to cause chaos across the world. So Toad goes out to find Mario to rescue these Keys and restore order to the mushroom Kingdom. I'm not exaggerating, that's the story. Don't be expecting any other bits and pieces of the story, 'cause that's pretty much it. (Other than a few cutscenes here and there)

    There's also multiplayer, allowing you to grab another friend of yours and (as long as you have 2 controllers) play competitively.

    The story and graphics are mediocre at best, but the gameplay is solid. If you love playing Mario games and listening to catchy remixes, this might be your jam!    … Full Review »
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