DJ Hero 2

Platforms

• PlayStation 3

  Oct 19, 2010

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  8.3

  playscore

  8.4

  18 Critics

  8.3

  442 Players
• Xbox 360

  Oct 19, 2010

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  8.3

  playscore

  8.5

  16 Critics

  8.4

  502 Players

25 critic reviews · 2 community reviews across all platforms

Critic Reviews

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  IGN

  8.5

  I personally prefer the tracklist of the original DJ Hero, but it will come down to how much you like Top 40 radio hits from the likes of Lady Gaga and Pitbull. This is still the best soundtrack of any music game, though, and the mash-ups remain impressive as hell. There are great new additions like Battle Mode and Freestyle crossfading, but also a couple missteps like vocals and Freestyle scratching. If you liked DJ Hero, I'm confident you'll like the sequel and I recommend it to anyone even casually interested in DJ or dance culture.

  Reviewed on PS3

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  Push Square

  9.0

  DJ Hero 2 corrects just about every issue lofted at its predecessor. There's a much greater emphasis on creativity due to the new Freestyle mechanics introduced. Ultimately it's the set-list - which is more dynamic this time around - that will capture hearts, but the improved UI and overhauled multiplayer component elevate the package even further.

  Reviewed on PS3

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  Games Radar+

  9.0

  While the turntable may never be as ubiquitous as a guitar, DJ Hero 2 continues to push the boundaries of music gaming and improves upon the original with features that make the game more lifelike than before. Beyond that, the music is what will draw you in and keep you playing, even if you aren’t familiar with turntables or DJ culture.

  Reviewed on PS3, X360

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  Video Gamer

  9.0

  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. Where Guitar Hero is floundering, and Rock Band is now obsessed in becoming some kind of intricate musician's tool, DJ Hero 2 is happy with the beautiful, simple thrill of flashy, lightning-fast button presses in time with some fantastic music - the kind of thing which caused everybody to fall in love with rhythm games to begin with.

  Reviewed on PS3, X360

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  Giant Bomb

  8.0

  Overall, DJ Hero 2 just feels tight. Everything from the menus to the gameplay has a clean, streamlined look and feel to it. The gameplay additions--with the exception of the weak vocals--are intelligent and really make the game more playable than it was last year. While other rhythm game franchises feel like they're fizzling out, DJ Hero still feels like it's just getting started.

  Reviewed on PS3, X360

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  GameSpot

  8.5

  The cost to newcomers may seem high, but DJ Hero 2 justifies its price tag. Most of the 83 mixes are a blast to listen to, let alone play, and DJ Hero 2 really brings them to life with gameplay mechanics that create an invigorating connection between you and the music. It lets you enjoy the infectious soundtrack in a wide variety of ways, from casual to challenging, building on the electrifying fun of its predecessor to create one of the most exhilarating experiences available in the world of rhythm games.

  Reviewed on X360

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  PS Lifestyle

  9.0

  DJ Hero 2 takes everything that made the original so special and spices it up a bit by letting players add their own personal touches thanks to the new freestyle gameplay. The additional modes certainly don’t hurt the overall package, but they’re missing that fresh new take on things. Empire mode which is the bulk of the single-player experience is unfortunately lacking. These minor flaws don’t detract from the top-notch gameplay, the eclectic mix of music spun by the industry’s best DJs. DJ Hero 2 really is a party in a box, and one of the best the music/rythym genre has to offer.

  Reviewed on PS3

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  Game Informer

  9.3

  While there’s still work to be done (a more meaningful career mode and some sort of mix creation tool would be great), at its best DJ Hero 2 is positively thrilling. As you crossfade, scratch, and manipulate the gorgeous mixes, the feeling is akin to riding the perfect wave. In some ways, I almost feel a greater connection to the music than I do when playing the guitar-focused games on the market. Hopefully this game will meet the success it deserves, allowing FreeStyle Games to keep searching for that perfect beat.

  Reviewed on PS3, X360
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  Joystiq

  9.0

  The real highlight of the improved controls are the frequent occasions when the player is allowed to freestyle while sampling, scratching or crossfading. These sections, when performed with rhythm and creativity, are worth loads of points -- and, as a more intangible bonus, they sound completely awesome, and will make you feel completely awesome for playing them.

  Reviewed on X360
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  Game Trailers

  8.9

  It would have been easy to just pull together another list of mashups and call it day, but DJ Hero 2 has gone above and beyond the typical music game sequel. From the engaging head-to-head options and easy going party play to the increased emphasis on player creativity, it's an improved experience all around. The new empire mode doesn't accomplish much and the graphics have seen some neglect, but where the first game gave you a taste of what it's like to move a crowd, DJ Hero 2 really gives you the full arsenal without sacrificing the fun.

  Reviewed on X360

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