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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. Dec 16, 2010
    95
    DJ Hero 2 may not make major steps forward, but the additions, refinements and minor tweaks that FreeStyle Games have made really build on the solid foundations that the first game laid down to make DJ Hero 2 an even better experience then before and in my opinion, currently the best music game around.
  2. With its numerous additions and improvements supported by an amazing list of remixes, DJ Hero 2 isn't only an automatic buy for those who loved the first one but also a definitive must have music title for all music genre fans.
  3. DJ Hero was my favorite music game of 2009, and I'm happy to report this sequel bests its predecessor in nearly every way.
  4. Along with FreeStyleGames critical examination of every bit of DJ Hero and their effort to improve everything, they have succeeded beyond measure and created a title that no music fan should pass up.
  5. Jan 16, 2011
    90
    An impressive sequel that's well worth owning, but if you're new to the franchise and not sure which one to get first, DJ Hero 2's extra scratches, freestyle elements and online offerings make it the obvious choice.
  6. 90
    DJ Hero 2 is an excellent sequel. It takes the solid gameplay the original game laid out and offers vast improvements.
  7. Dec 16, 2010
    90
    DJ Hero 2 improves upon its predecessor in every way.
  8. Nintendo Power
    Dec 16, 2010
    90
    "Quotation Forthcoming"
  9. Oct 28, 2010
    90
    DJ Hero 2 has what people want from a well made sequel, enhancing the better parts of the original, broadening what has to offers, and at the same time having its own personality while mantaining the essence of the previous game.
  10. Oct 25, 2010
    90
    DJ Hero 2's multiplayer modes might not strike as anything special, although it is a social and accessible game, but the robust content is tailored to be the most hypnotic single-player rhythm game on the market.
  11. A sequel done right. It deals with the original's issues and adds features to keep things fresh.
  12. Nintendo Gamer
    Dec 24, 2010
    88
    Still the arcadiest music game around, with a few nice moments to express yourself. [Issue#56, p.46]
  13. Dec 16, 2010
    87
    With the changes and additions that have been made, DJ Hero 2 is definitely a better game than last year's edition.
  14. 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!
  15. Dec 21, 2010
    85
    It is a great example of what this genre can offer.
  16. Oct 26, 2010
    85
    This is still the best soundtrack of any music game, and the mash-ups remain impressive as hell.
  17. DJ Hero 2 is a significant improvement on last year's original title.
  18. Dec 21, 2010
    83
    An improvement over the original in almost every way.
  19. Dec 21, 2010
    83
    The gameplay is too technical and regimented to really replicate the flow of a DJ set, just as Rock Band is too structured to actually feel like playing onstage. Yet mastering the art of whipping the game's crossfader back and forth, especially in the transition between programmed and freestyle segments, is no less satisfying for that limitation.
  20. Oct 25, 2010
    80
    Not as good tracklist as the previous game, but still a hell of a lot of scratching fun.

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#48 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2010
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#65 Most Shared Wii Game of 2010
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 24
  2. Negative: 4 out of 24
  1. Nov 8, 2022
    6
    Más de lo mismo y peor soundtrack. La muerte de la franquicia y los juegos rítmicos.
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    8
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    10
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