Fantasia: Music Evolved

 Xbox One
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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 70 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 6 out of 70
  3. Negative: 14 out of 70
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  1. DARK-THREAT
    Oct 25, 2014
    10
    Menü:
    Wenn man typische Kinectspiele hatte sollte man klar kommen. Wenn nicht ist dies nicht schlimm, man wird gut an die Hand genommen wie alles funktioniert mit den zoomen und streichen mit den Händen. Alles sehr einfach und leicht. Es ist nicht nur ein lebloses Menü im Storymodus sondern man befindet sich in Räumen und Zonen, die sehr liebevoll gestaltet sind.
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    Wenn man typische Kinectspiele hatte sollte man klar kommen. Wenn nicht ist dies nicht schlimm, man wird gut an die Hand genommen wie alles funktioniert mit den zoomen und streichen mit den Händen. Alles sehr einfach und leicht. Es ist nicht nur ein lebloses Menü im Storymodus sondern man befindet sich in Räumen und Zonen, die sehr liebevoll gestaltet sind.

    Game:
    Disney-Fans haben sich sicher schon einmal bei dem Film "Fantasia" gefragt, warum es ein solches Spiel nicht gibt, wo man eben auch alltägliche Sachen beherrschen kann, so wie es Mickey mit den Wellen versucht.
    Nun ist es mit Musik sehr gut möglich! Sei es alleine oder zu zweit.
    Das Ziel des Spieles ist, viele Musikstücke (zum Start 35 an der Zahl) im richtigen Takt zu streichen, schlagen und führen, so dass man sie immer hört. Das ist per anfänglichen Tutorial sehr gut erklärt, dass Kinder, Jugendliche und Erwachsene ihren Musikspass haben können. Es ist nämlich für jedem Alter etwas dabei, sei es aktuelle Chartstürmer wie Lady Gaga oder Bruno Mars, Oldies wie von Queen, Elton John oder David Bowie, Elektronische Musik von Depeche Mode und sogar Klassikmusik wie von Beethoven. Zudem kann man weitere Musik per DLC nachkaufen und downloaden. Jeder Song hat zudem noch 3 Remixe, die man sich freispielt - was viel Spass bereitet.
    Diese ganze Musikreise ist mit einer sehr freundlichen Geschichte um den Zauberer und seinem ehm Lehrling begleitet.
    Einige Texte der Songs wurden zensiert.

    Graphik:
    Als typisches Kinectspiel setzt man hier auf eine familienfreundliche, einfache, farbenfrohe Graphik. Man sollte nicht viel erwarten, da dies nicht das Ziel des Spieles sein soll.
    Leider gibt es manchmal Kantenflimmern.

    Sound:
    Die Musik ist sehr gut wiedergegeben. Räumliche Klänge, Verzerrer und andere Tools sind gut eingebaut und bringen Abwechslung rein. Perfekt.

    Fazit:
    Fantasia: Music Evolved ist aktuell das beste Kinectspiel für die XBOX One. Für jeden Musikfan, der Kinect sein Eigen nennt ist es sehr empfehlenswert. Als Nebeneffekt hat man etwas mehr Bewegung beim spielen, aber nicht so viel wie bei Kinect Sports.    … Expand
  2. ElderWest
    Oct 21, 2014
    10
    This game gets a 10 because a risk of a game like this, that ends up delivering beyond belief the way that it did, needs to be recognized. I had zero expectations with this title because the premise sounded odd and the tracklist seemed to completely counteract the fantasia title and reputation that came with it. I couldn't have been more wrong. Yes, this game has Bruno Mars, Drake, LordeThis game gets a 10 because a risk of a game like this, that ends up delivering beyond belief the way that it did, needs to be recognized. I had zero expectations with this title because the premise sounded odd and the tracklist seemed to completely counteract the fantasia title and reputation that came with it. I couldn't have been more wrong. Yes, this game has Bruno Mars, Drake, Lorde and other shruggers but the remixes in this game make you not care one bit. They are incredibly interesting and performed very well. Plus, the motions used in this game feel so natural its hard to explain. It's like playing Elite Beat Agents with your whole body and that was one of the best DS games I've ever played.

    The cool ways you compose songs by interacting with animals and environments is the highlight for me honestly. You conduct these melodies that act as themes for different worlds and the way you do it feels right at home with the Disney license.    … Expand
  3. I_Eat_Candy
    Oct 21, 2014
    10
    I have played a few music games in the past, so I am familiar with what's out there. I was really hesitant to play this since the Kinect doesn't have the best reputation... boy was I surprised. This is THE best Kinect game out there! This game is incredible and goes far beyond simple beat matching, it's really a trippy, weird, fun experience that words can't quite capture. You get toI have played a few music games in the past, so I am familiar with what's out there. I was really hesitant to play this since the Kinect doesn't have the best reputation... boy was I surprised. This is THE best Kinect game out there! This game is incredible and goes far beyond simple beat matching, it's really a trippy, weird, fun experience that words can't quite capture. You get to explore each world and actually transform the world into music! When you play a song, you can make it your own by changing the instrumentation to something usually way cooler than the original! The box says 30 something songs, but it's really over 90 with all the remixes, and so far they are insanely good. If you love music, or exploration then you have to check this out! My brother brought his 8 year old over and he was freaking out, so much fun! I think the negative reviews of this game are from people who probably didn't even play it, or they don't "get it"... Walt would be proud of this musical experience. People forget that big band and classical music WAS POP back in the days that the original Fantasia was made...… Expand
  4. Bigdaddyweave
    Oct 21, 2014
    9
    I have been a fan of the music game genre for years and have been wondering where it was going to move to after rock band 3. This game has clearly shown where music games should be. The kinect controls are are fantastic, I was able to play while sitting down which made it easier to play for a longer period. The song choices keep it interesting to play the story and I was pleasantlyI have been a fan of the music game genre for years and have been wondering where it was going to move to after rock band 3. This game has clearly shown where music games should be. The kinect controls are are fantastic, I was able to play while sitting down which made it easier to play for a longer period. The song choices keep it interesting to play the story and I was pleasantly surprised how fun it was to go from the Police to Mozart and then to Lorde and Queen. This was the most fun I've had with Kinect at any time and it is seamless and effortless controls. As was the case with Rock Band and Guitar Hero, calibration is important. I highly recommend this title to any fan of the music game genre.… Expand
  5. daniel_vetbr
    Oct 31, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its amazing game.
    Music is life.
    I feel a music man.
    Certamente um dos melhores games do Kinect. Realmente uma bela e eclética biblioteca de musicas. É um game leve e relaxante.
    Se você tem um dia difícil com muito trabalho e estresse, esse é o seu jogo. Vá em frente e deixe se levar pela música regida por você mesmo.
    Congratulation Harmonix    … Expand
  6. FrankieAvocado
    Nov 3, 2014
    10
    I bought the digital deluxe copy on day one based on the demo. It was worth every single penny. Incredible technical example of good Kinect integration. 100% fun and you can try it out for free via the demo if you don't believe me. My wife and I play this together several times a week and both of us love it. Sure it's a little corny in places, but the songs are all top notch and theI bought the digital deluxe copy on day one based on the demo. It was worth every single penny. Incredible technical example of good Kinect integration. 100% fun and you can try it out for free via the demo if you don't believe me. My wife and I play this together several times a week and both of us love it. Sure it's a little corny in places, but the songs are all top notch and the remix system is a blast. I firmly believe that this is better than Rock Band and Just Dance combined.… Expand
  7. FriedKarma
    Oct 23, 2014
    9
    Fantasia is a positively wonderful gaming experience. The gamer interacts with the music in creative, intuitive and fun ways. Friends of mine, who would never play a dance/rhythm game, enjoyed playing Fantasia as much as I did. The only negative I've found is that some songs are locked from multiplayer play until you've unlocked them in the career mode. While mildly disappointing, noFantasia is a positively wonderful gaming experience. The gamer interacts with the music in creative, intuitive and fun ways. Friends of mine, who would never play a dance/rhythm game, enjoyed playing Fantasia as much as I did. The only negative I've found is that some songs are locked from multiplayer play until you've unlocked them in the career mode. While mildly disappointing, no one seemed to mind taking turns and playing the single player career mode. Finally, my Kinect is useful for something other than "Xbox On".… Expand
  8. vmunhoz
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    If you really like music games, this is for you. It's gorgeous and extremely fun! If you're also looking for a nice decent Kinect game, I'd say Fantasia it's the best to use the sensor so far on Xbox One. The commands are very precise! The gameplay is much more fun than any Guitar Hero ou Rock Band game, with the possibility to change mix while playing a music!

    If you know Fantasia and    If you really like music games, this is for you. It's gorgeous and extremely fun! If you're also looking for a nice decent Kinect game, I'd say Fantasia it's the best to use the sensor so far on Xbox One. The commands are very precise! The gameplay is much more fun than any Guitar Hero ou Rock Band game, with the possibility to change mix while playing a music!

    If you know Fantasia and like to play modern music games, Fantasia is perfect for you!    … Expand
  9. Lateee
    Mar 1, 2015
    10
    Fantasia is one of the best games for Kinect 2 ever made. It can be fun and beautiful at one time, it is worth buying it. Excellent game and something different for a change, there is a demo on Xbox Live to try out and it really is worth downloading to get an idea of the game.
  10. Sizor90
    Oct 26, 2014
    10
    Amazing game i play whit my cats and dogs, my cat can play very good kinect its amazing, Most impressively, perhaps, Harmonix have implemented Kinect with confidence and skil
  11. coip
    Jun 26, 2016
    10
    Unequivocally, Fantasia is the best music or rhythm gave of all time, and possibly the greatest Kinect game of all time too. The music selection is eclectic. The gameplay, both single player and multiplayer, is superb, accurate, and just plain fun. If you own a Kinect and don't own this game, you're wrong. If you don't own a Kinect and haven't purchased one just to play this game, you'reUnequivocally, Fantasia is the best music or rhythm gave of all time, and possibly the greatest Kinect game of all time too. The music selection is eclectic. The gameplay, both single player and multiplayer, is superb, accurate, and just plain fun. If you own a Kinect and don't own this game, you're wrong. If you don't own a Kinect and haven't purchased one just to play this game, you're also wrong.… Expand

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#34 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#54 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#35 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 48 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 48
  3. Negative: 0 out of 48
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 7, 2015
    80
    Fantasia’s gameplay is fresh and unbelievably addictive. More songs would be welcome, but I suppose Disney’s going to flood us with gazillion DLCs. [01/2015, p.63]
  2. NZGamer
    Feb 5, 2015
    80
    By the end of my time with Disney Fantasia: Music Evolved, my arms were aching, and my shoulders were stiff, but I had had a great time.
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  3. Level7.nu
    Jan 8, 2015
    70
    With Fantasia: Music Evolved Harmonix delivers a great mix of music and dancing games. To fill the screen with fireworks and music by waving your arms is incredibly fun and addicting. Unfortunately Kinect is not always reliable and you will regularly miss notes for no reason. Luckily that does not prevent Fantasia from being one of the best Kinect games so far.
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