Michael Jackson The Experience

 iOS
Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. 148Apps
    Dec 7, 2011
    80
    Michael Jackson The Experience HD is a really enjoyable rhythm game, with some great visuals and stunning sound.
  2. Multiplayer.it
    Dec 18, 2025
    78
    MJ The Experience is nice thanks to a polished gameplay, but the 4 playable songs included are a shame.
  3. Gamereactor Denmark
    Jan 23, 2012
    70
    Don't expect to be blown away by weeks of fun, but prepare yourself for an hour of pleasant challenges and a strong take on how to make dancing games work on handhelds.
  5. Pocket Gamer UK
    Dec 16, 2011
    70
    A slick port of a proven formula. Michael Jackson fans, of which there are many, will find much to enjoy.
  6. Gamezebo
    Dec 9, 2011
    70
    Michael Jackson: The Experience is a game that manages to get most everything right. The gameplay is uniquely suited to the touch screen, the visuals are top notch, and the spirit of the game captures the fun of Jackson's music videos flawlessly. It's a shame, then, that there's so little of it to go around – and that you're only getting about half the package with your initial purchase.
  7. TouchArcade
    Aug 13, 2012
    60
    The imprecise controls, and surprisingly small song selection hold the game back.
  8. Eurogamer
    Jan 12, 2012
    50
    It's all just a bit sad really, and while devoted Jackson fans will find more reason than most to gloss over the practical shortcomings of the game, they run the risk of being left even sadder.
  9. Slide to Play
    Dec 9, 2011
    50
    Michael Jackson The Experience is a gateway to some great music, but it's not very fun to play.
  10. Modojo
    Dec 15, 2011
    30
    When a game's so terrible it makes you yearn for the days of Moonwalker on Sega Genesis, there's a problem. Michael Jackson The Experience should have been one of the premier music titles for iPad. Instead, it's one of the worst.

Awards & Rankings

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#85 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2011
96
#96 Most Shared iOS Game of 2011

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. JWil
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    This game was the only game is MJ fans could have for a long time. The last one being the moon walker to Snes and Sega. I was supremely happyThis game was the only game is MJ fans could have for a long time. The last one being the moon walker to Snes and Sega. I was supremely happy to play as the King of Pop and dance to his classic well choreographed tunes. Because of that I had to give this a 10. There is nothing wrong with it. I could play it on the go on the phone wherever I was. It’s no longer available which sucks but it’s awesome while it lasted. All I wish for is more songs. It would have been cool to have more. I only remember Thriller Billie Jean, Beat It, Remember The Time, Rock My World, Don’t Stop Til Ya Get Enough and a few others. Much fun always. There won’t be another Michael Jackson so this is the closest thing we will get to him in game form. Please play it if you haven’t yet. I can’t recommend it enough.… Full Review »
  2. Robin3547
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Yes this is an amazing job for the fans.
    I love it.
    Long live the king I now your gonna be back someday
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