Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 21
  2. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Edge Magazine
    70
    A rare bit of vindication for Nintendo's oft-misused service. [Sept 2009, p.101]
  2. If you like rhythm games and want a challenge, then by all means try it. If you're more the casual rhythm guy or gal, stick with the plastic instruments.

Awards & Rankings

26
96
#96 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Mar 17, 2011
    9
    I love this game, but it is SO hard! I consider myself a hardcore, oldschool, blah blah blah gamer, but this game just kicks my butt over andI love this game, but it is SO hard! I consider myself a hardcore, oldschool, blah blah blah gamer, but this game just kicks my butt over and over. That said, it's fun, and worth playing, but be sure to have a tolerance for difficult games. Full Review »
  2. ShawnL.
    Sep 9, 2009
    10
    Easily one of the best WiiWare games yet and as good as BEAT was, CORE is even better.
  3. RichM
    Aug 5, 2009
    10
    Great inventive game. Fun game play and awesome music! Would recommend highly.