TIME Top 10 Video Games 2003: Karaoke Revolution

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You may never hit the dizzying heights of American Idol, but Karaoke Revolution (PlayStation 2, $69.99 with headset) is compensation enough—and easily the most original and fun game of the year.

In 2001's cult hit Dance Dance Revolution, players stomped on a dance mat in time to the beat; this sequel exercises your vocal cords via a plugged-in microphone. Singing on key couldn't be easier: an arrow shows the pitch of your voice, while a scrolling bar shows the pitch of the song you selected. Just match the two. Do so consistently, and the onscreen crowd goes wild. The game's 34 songs range from grandparent-friendly oldies (When a Man Loves a Woman) through the disco era (Celebration) to 21st century raves (Complicated). So it's not hard to imagine the whole family battling for the next turn at the mike. The easiest level is forgiving enough for even the most tone-deaf warbler to win a round or two. Just be thankful Simon Cowell isn't listening.


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BY CHRIS TAYLOR

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