Amplitude

Improved lane-hopping controls and fun multiplayer make this a blast to play, but it's as an interactive music album where new Amplitude really shines. You need to experience it.

Amplitude may not be a perfect game that includes every single thing a fan of the previous games could want, but it certainly met my high overall expectations.

Terrifically addictive and filled with songs that you'll want to play repeatedly. The RSI will be worth it. [Feb 2016, p.83]

It's nice to see that Harmonix can still keep the beat going, even after the commercial success of Rock Band 4. Amplitude may not be as big a game as that is, but it's still a terrific experience, whether you go it alone or bring some friends into the fray. The soundtrack, while more "indie"-based, is a blast, and the gameplay delivers all the goodness we've come to expect from the brand.

Amplitude manages to be both a throwback, and as relevant as ever. This feels like a Harmonix with the shackles off, free to unleash their creative side onto the rhythm-action genre once again. With its initial simplicity, mesmerising visuals, and a great marriage of music to game mechanics, Harmonix have given the world a better Amplitude. One that is simply a superb title.

Although I am not the biggest fan of “electro” music, Amplitude delivers. It proves that good game design withstands the test of time. And Amplitude shows why Harmonix is the biggest name in rhythm games today.

A fitting tribute to the PS2 classic, albeit on that will struggle to hold the attention of those without solid rhythm action skills or fond memories of the original. [Issue#266, p.64]

It scales to your ability and makes you feel connected to the music in a way few other games can match. [Feb 2016, p.108]

Barring the occasional niggle, this is a fantastically imaginative return. It brings an addictive appeal that'll have you scratching the musical itch long after you've unlocked everything. [Feb 2016, p.83]

It could arguably do with a bit more content and it could certainly do with a handful of licensed tracks, but the songs here are universally solid and the core gameplay remains as impressive and addictive as ever.

An irresistible, toe-tapping experience that is well deserving of the Kickstarter love that brought it into modern times. Off the hook local multiplayer, too. [February 2015, p71]

This is a game for the fans, paid for by the fans, and limited only by its budget. The music won’t be to everyone’s taste, and of course doesn’t include any pop classics, but the precision and excitement of the moment-to-moment musical action has never been stronger.

A unique concept album that challenges your mind and your dexterity.

Amplitude is so obviously a labor of love that it's difficult to criticize it, especially given all of the ways in which Harmonix has addressed the concerns for fans who funded them on Kickstarter.

Amplitude is a solid remix of the original that should win over longtime fans as well as new players who want to explore a fresh version of a game that brought Harmonix into prominence. The track list could have been fuller in terms of quantity and genre variety, but the gameplay remains challenging, crisp, and energetic.

I like most of the songs on the track-list, but a lack of genre variety has left me wanting a little more. Even after one week of play I’m not sure how much longer I’ll be wanting to keep coming back to this one.

Amplitude hits both highs and lows, but is the kind of score-hunting, high difficulty challenge that rhythm fans will love if they’re looking for something fresh. A solid revival for a pillar of the genre.

As a faithful fan of both FreQuency and Amplitude, I'm satisfied with the reboot Harmonix has so lovingly crafted, but as a much different product than the loud, raucous Amplitude I fell in love with as a teenager. I won't keep returning to this Amplitude like I do the 2004 version despite enjoying the soundtrack because it lacks the same kind of replay value for me, but as its own being it absolutely stands on its own feet as a music title evocative of games like Rez or Child of Eden.

With the remake of Amplitude Harmonix shows his passion and expertise for rhythm games, with a perfect blend of gameplay and music. Unfortunately, the difficulty level is not well balanced and some songs are too chaotic.

It’s hard to overstate my enthusiasm for the original Amplitude. While I have reservations about some of the music selections and progression, that doesn’t stop me from enjoying this revival. Amplitude is a taste of the past, but it’s far from outdated.

Amplitude is a gift for the nostalgic, with a limited budget resulting in a limited tracklist. If you're ok with this, then Amplitude still is as good as it was.

It definitely taxes the brain in addicting ways.

Amplitude on PS4 is a very good return of the PS2 classic cult game that shows us the reason because Harmonix is one of the supreme leaders on rhythm games. It offer us a solid, challenging and addictive gameplay experience that is still fresh after more than a decade of the launch of the original title and looks better than ever on actual gen hardware.

In the end, Amplitude isn't quite the masterpiece that many had expected. The idea of a concept album for the Campaign mode is good, but the execution has too many interruptions that prevent the concept from being fully realized.

A good remake of a great rhythm game, even if time hasn’t been too kind with the original and now it doesn’t really have the innovative energy it had when it came out. The peculiar ost might be disliked by some players, but it’s definitely a satisfying romp for fans of electronica. Give it a chance if you need some rhythm in your life.

It's still an engaging rhythm game, and even if the formula is quite simple, it still catches all the player's attention thanks to a very well crafted soundtrack and compelling mechanics. Sadly, the multiplayer is not satisfying.

Fun, but won't last long due it's limited tracklist and being sparse on game modes. The original Amplitude was better, but this version it's addictive too.

Thanks to very precise controls, cool music and a fresh setting, Amplitude is a successful new edition, despite the limited selection of songs.