DJ Hero 2

 PlayStation 3
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 28
  3. Negative: 3 out of 28
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  1. potatoes351
    Apr 20, 2013
    9
    DJ Hero 2 is one of the best music games in years. Following up with the same popular and innovative gameplay mechanics of the previous DJ Hero, the second game provides a much more up to date setlist, much more music and better multiplayer options.
    Though the gameplay hasn't changed from the original game, the setlist has become more up to date and increased its number of songs to 105    DJ Hero 2 is one of the best music games in years. Following up with the same popular and innovative gameplay mechanics of the previous DJ Hero, the second game provides a much more up to date setlist, much more music and better multiplayer options.
    Though the gameplay hasn't changed from the original game, the setlist has become more up to date and increased its number of songs to 105 (with 95 mixes unique to the game) meaning you can tap, scratch and crossfade your way through hours of new songs. Though the songs are, on the whole, less varied than last time round you are bound to recognise 90% of them and club dance fanatics will probably recognise them all.
    Multiplayer has been redesigned, now 2 turntables & 1 microphone can be used at any time compared to the 1 deck & 1 guitar of last time. Though the extra deck is a great idea the vocals are difficult to get used to as the songs are jumbled up and will frequently change into different songs making it difficult for even the biggest fan of the song to get used to.
    That's pretty much DJ Hero 2 in a nutshell, it does nothing new but why change what wasn't broken, it provides a bigger, more up to date setlist but does seem to lose its variety and multiplayer is a much better affair with the 2 turntable decks rather than a guitar.
    DJ Hero 2 is a must own game for any music game fan    … Expand
  2. how_are_u
    Jul 28, 2014
    7
    The best game on the PS3 in my opinion, but I've only played a couple of them. The soundtrack is really, really bad, and is all electronic and remixed crap. But what else can you really expect from a game entitled Dj Hero 2? The gameplay is a fun and fairly easy twist to the GH franchise and, again, another great title for PlayStation lovers by Activision.
  3. azn2jj
    Nov 9, 2010
    8
    Fun game, great to play with lots of people, and there are several good updates from the first one. The song selection is pretty decent as well. The one part I was not satisfied with was the singing part, as it seems like it's just an aspect of the game they decided to throw on in the end. Otherwise, as more songs will be available through the online store, I believe the game will be better
  4. xlegend-killerx
    Nov 18, 2010
    8
    Im not really a musical gamer im more hardcore but this game put me on the peddle and scratched some crap.. But although it puts down it predessesar it could of been better obviosly Rock Band knocks it out and in some occasins DJ HERO 2 knocks out Guitar Hero but it didn't knock me out or even surprise me i was truly dissapointed!!!
  5. PurpleUrp
    Jan 23, 2011
    9
    No game is fun if you don't know what's going on and DJ Hero is one of those games that requires you to overcome the learning curve to reap the benefits. Solo play is out of the question as DJ Hero should be left on to entertain your guests by ear and/or by a several hands.
  6. brockcheese
    Dec 29, 2016
    9
    DJ Hero is one of the most fun music games and really shows how innovative you can be with new controls and new technology. This game has great mixes and great guest stars.
  7. VertexEspada
    May 17, 2016
    8
    I really did enjoy DJ Hero 2. It was quite a shock considering at first I thought it was a gimmick version of Guitar Hero. But the spin-off really lives upto its standards! The setlist is actually quite good although "experimental". Sometimes I feel it can be TOO varied.

    The only thing to let this game down for newcomers is the jump between difficulties medium and hard. There is a VERY    I really did enjoy DJ Hero 2. It was quite a shock considering at first I thought it was a gimmick version of Guitar Hero. But the spin-off really lives upto its standards! The setlist is actually quite good although "experimental". Sometimes I feel it can be TOO varied.

    The only thing to let this game down for newcomers is the jump between difficulties medium and hard. There is a VERY steep learning curve when it throws in all the advanced techniques, even on some of the easier songs. But hey, practice makes perfect. If you're a fan of rhythm gaming, then this should be in your collection too!    … Expand
  8. HTSimple
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    It was the most enjoyable game I've ever played. It is very hard to make the first steps, IMHO even harder than Guitar Hero, but you will play Expert difficulty in no time.
    Tho it has a single-player "campaign", it's the best when you got a second turntable to compete with your friends. It also supports microphone in some songs, so it's more like "up to 2.5 players".
    I love music games    It was the most enjoyable game I've ever played. It is very hard to make the first steps, IMHO even harder than Guitar Hero, but you will play Expert difficulty in no time.
    Tho it has a single-player "campaign", it's the best when you got a second turntable to compete with your friends. It also supports microphone in some songs, so it's more like "up to 2.5 players".
    I love music games so it's a solid 10/10 for me, the best game to really enjoy the PS3 era - the era of motion and music games, with all different flavors of controllers. I wish there were more songs, but on a modded console, you can install custom songs made by the community. Also, DLCs are no longer available to buy. Pity there's no DJ Hero 3 or any successor for PS4.    … Expand

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Worth Playing
    Feb 2, 2011
    85
    Even when considering the aforementioned caveats, DJ Hero 2 is a very good game, and it is surely a nice step up from the original title.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jan 24, 2011
    90
    As always, the music and the mixes make or break this package. The reuse of tracks is nowhere near as abusive this time around and, honestly, if you can't appreciate the overwhelming majority of tunes here then you're probably squarer than Spongebob. Drop these morbidly obese beats into some new multiplayer modes (that are actually worth playing this time), or let them run forever in the GH5-inspired jukebox mode to create one hell of a party apparatus. [December 2010 p72]
  3. XGN
    Jan 12, 2011
    85
    The people at Freestyle Games definetly gave a new spin to the DJ Hero gameplay. The Freestyle sections are very cool and the new option to sing or rap is great if you don't want to spin the records. A guaranteed party hit!
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