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Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 20
  2. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. Nov 6, 2020
    100
    It is entirely feasible to think you could craft a convincing set with this set of tools, and that’s the highest praise I can muster. There’s never been a better video game to move a crowd than Fuser.
  2. Nov 16, 2020
    90
    There’s just enough musical variety that FUSER can appeal to nearly everyone from any musical taste or genre. No matter what mix I was trying to attempt, my head was constantly bobbing and my foot was tapping along to the beat. While I don’t fully understand the scoring system, as getting 5 stars on songs seems quite difficult, I still have fun every time I play and try out some new combinations of songs, always having a smile on my face and grooving to my own beat before sharing it online for everyone else to hopefully listen to. FUSER has recaptured that something special that Rock Band did years ago.
  3. Dec 9, 2020
    88
    Harmonix shows once again why they are very good at what they do - making fun rhythm games. Fuser is a fantastic music creation tool that is a ton of fun to play. Online battle modes are fun, when you can find people to play with. Fuser is something I will be playing for quite some time, if only to try and get five stars for all the campaign missions.
  4. Nov 20, 2020
    88
    By affording you such command of a terrific catalogue of diverse hits and certifiable classics, Fuser allows you to aptly fulfill the DJ fantasy better than ever before, without the need for clunky peripherals you’ll only use for one game. Though I poured hours into the experience, I still feel like I have so many corners and interactions to explore within the library of available tracks. Fuser transcends musical genres to deliver a magical and intuitive music creation toolset within the framework of a game.
  5. Nov 30, 2020
    85
    I can see myself spending a lot of time with FUSER, as I regale moments of my youth with various software that didn’t have any of the shine present here. A music game without custom peripherals is a breath of fresh air - both in reducing the cost and in showing that it’s about the creativity of mixing tracks, rather than just playing back some buttons in time with the screen.
  6. Nov 17, 2020
    85
    Fuser is far more than a mere video game: is an awesome DJ experience with songs and genres of the last 50 years. Harmonix is back.
  7. Nov 12, 2020
    83
    I had a blast playing Fuser and I can’t wait to keep playing it. The game does a good job at letting you feel like you’ve made some really good tunes, even for the rhythmically challenged like myself. I only wish there were more songs to pick from without resulting to DLC but the offering available is certainly solid. All in all I’m glad a rhythm game without peripherals is here and I’m excited to see where Fuser goes.
  8. Nov 7, 2020
    83
    Fuser is more than a great DJ game, it’s also a tool to create your own remixes and share them online, as well as compete against other DJs.
  9. Nov 23, 2020
    80
    Even people like me, who have long since given up the prospect of learning an instrument or making music as a creative pursuit, can rekindle a little bit of the creative spark they may have had once upon a time. The core mechanics of switching discs in and out, making new composite songs out of the pieces of others, is both compelling and exciting. Even if you play the campaign and find yourself unmotivated to make songs on your own without the score chase, the simple pleasure of having some songs you like come together into your own song is unique in games, and wholly enchanting.
  10. Nov 20, 2020
    80
    After rocking the world with guitars and other assorted musical stylings, Fuser feels and sounds like the logical next step for Harmonix. It’s colourful, brimming with positive energy, and the musical mash-ups that you can potentially create aren’t just surprising, they deserve to be heard around the world. If a steady flow of DLC keeps Fuser alive, I’ll happily hop back into the DJ booth to create a few more surprise hits.
  11. Nov 17, 2020
    80
    If you have money to burn, are missing the party scene or just want to attempt to head off on a mixing career for nothing but personal entertainment, FUSER on Xbox One nails what is required. The control scheme has been well handled, the visuals are bright and colourful, and the plethora of tunes included will hit the spot for many. With a deep career being the highlight, and many other options available for those looking to go beyond that and into the online scene, Harmonix have hit the sweet spot with their latest music franchise.
  12. Nov 15, 2020
    80
    FUSER is a real virtual DJ experience, capable of giving us great freedom in creating our songs. It mainly shines in the modes where we aren't limited by specific demands like during the Campaign, but we would have liked more variety in the electro music selection, with genres like dubstep and hardstyle basically missing at launch.
  13. Nov 13, 2020
    80
    Fuser the new game of Harmonix, is fun and challenging in equal parts. Something complex but a very successful experiment.
  14. Nov 8, 2020
    80
    Fuser makes you dizzy as the possibilities of musical creation are numerous.
  15. Nov 6, 2020
    80
    Fuser definitely has a few rough patches, like the Battles multiplayer and the slow rate of XP growth. Plus, let's face it, we can't all be as good as Marc Rebillet, so there are some features that players won't be able to take full advantage of without sounding ridiculous. But, for pure musical fun, there are few games in 2020 better than Fuser.
  16. Nov 6, 2020
    80
    If you’re a music lover, there’s a lot to love here. FUSER looks great, its track list has something for everyone, and its gameplay is a hell of a lot of fun. I guarantee you will not be able to keep your feet still as you drop your mixes together. Even if your crowd isn’t digging it, I guarantee that you will be.
  17. Nov 20, 2020
    75
    Fuser is here to stay as a true DJ experience in the form of a fun videogame. Sometimes it may be too deep for being really fun, but it's a deep experience that due to its nature may fall too flat with only 100 tracks (you are using no less than 4 on each mix).
  18. Nov 6, 2020
    75
    Fuser is a fun game in its campaign and festival mode, with a multitude of customization tools as a reward for our best sessions. In addition, in free mode it can be an excellent tool to believe we are the best DJ ... in our neighborhood.
  19. Nov 13, 2020
    65
    An interesting game that makes mashing together different songs almost effortless, Fuser lacks a gameplay hook to keep you coming back.
  20. Nov 6, 2020
    50
    Even as a toy to play around with hit songs, Fuser provides a good deal of fun, but the main issue is that none of these high points add up to much of an actual game at the end of the day.
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. Nov 29, 2020
    8
    FUSER is a non-stop digital music festival where you control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your ownFUSER is a non-stop digital music festival where you control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your own sound or partner with friends on epic collaborations, then share your amazing mixes and headlining performances with the world. I’m not going to focus too much on the story aspects, because like in every music game there really isn’t much to hang onto.
    As a rising star in the DJ world, you’re going to want to start with the campaign that FUSER has to offer.
    It’s the best way to learn the gameplay mechanics, become comfortable with the track list, and how to add flair to your shows besides what’s coming from your dashboard. Well today we are looking into VIP Edition which is a digital goods .With VIP Edition you'll get FUSER25 additional launch DLC songs, the Gilded Rabbit Helmet, the FUSER Fest Outfit, Remix Runner Outfit, and the Shatterfall Video Wall Pack. FUSER has a deeply colorful palette that brings a joyful nuance to the game and helped to hype me up during each show. So visually the game just gives you an eye-explosion. I think I don't need to mention about the sounds since it's a DJ game just imagine you are in a world that you can create the music the way you want it. Also the game has a lot of replay ability and potential because as long as you are creative you can just keep trying different things during your gameplay. Just be ready to jump in to this beautiful world of music! Fans of music games grab it immediately. If you're not a fan it's different enough to consider picking up a lower cost version of the game if the VIP seems too steep to dip your toes in the sand with.
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  2. Nov 16, 2020
    6
    Quite ok but far from the "rock band" quality
    I love the rock band games and I find it sad that the brand was discontinued. Fuser is not bad
    Quite ok but far from the "rock band" quality
    I love the rock band games and I find it sad that the brand was discontinued. Fuser is not bad in my opinion, but something is missing.
    I think it simply doesn't offer enough for 70 €. The licenses certainly cost a lot, but the gameplay and graphics have room for improvement.
    Please make a new "rock band" again.
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  3. Mar 3, 2021
    9
    I absolutely love this game. The core gameplay loop takes a bit to get used to (especially when you delve into deeper mechanics), but II absolutely love this game. The core gameplay loop takes a bit to get used to (especially when you delve into deeper mechanics), but I personally can't think of a better way to spend an afternoon than in a Co-Op Freestyle session just mixing to what your heart desires. The customization options are also vast and inclusive. Some negatives for me include the painfully slow XP gain, some glitches/session crashes, and a very boring and surprisingly difficult campaign mode (in my opinion.) Full Review »