Summary
- Release Year: 2005
- Genres: Music
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: SCE London Studio
- Publishers: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
SingStar: Pop (2005) Review
Released in 2005, SingStar: Pop was the second installment in the popular SingStar franchise of interactive singing games. Developed by SCEE and published by Sony Computer Entertainment, SingStar: Pop was released for the PlayStation 2 and was compatible with the PlayStation EyeToy USB camera. The game features a chart-topping lineup of 30 songs and videos from popular artists such as Rihanna, All American Rejects, Cyndi Lauper, Gorillaz, Snow Patrol, and U2.
Gameplay
SingStar: Pop can be played with up to four players, each using a custom microphone to sing along to the on-screen lyrics. The game features multiple gameplay modes, including Solo, Freestyle, Pass the Mic, Battle, and Duet.
In Solo mode, players can sing along to any of the 30 songs in the game and receive a score based on their pitch, tone, and rhythm. Freestyle mode allows players to practice their singing without being scored. Pass the Mic mode is a party-style mode where players take turns singing different sections of a song. Battle mode is a competitive mode where two players sing against each other to see who can get the highest score. Duet mode allows two players to sing together on the same song.
Features
SingStar: Pop includes a number of features that make it a great party game. The game’s SingStar technology accurately scores players’ performances, making it a fun and challenging way to test your singing skills. Players can also record their favorite performances onto a Memory Card for future playback. The game also includes EyeToy USB camera compatibility, allowing players to see themselves singing in place of the artist’s video.
Song List
The following is a list of the 30 songs included in SingStar: Pop:
- All American Rejects – “Move Along”
- Ashlee Simpson – “Pieces of Me”
- Avril Lavigne – “My Happy Ending”
- Black Eyed Peas – “Don’t Phunk with My Heart”
- Blink-182 – “I Miss You”
- Christina Aguilera – “Beautiful”
- Cyndi Lauper – “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”
- Fall Out Boy – “Sugar, We’re Goin Down”
- Gorillaz – “Feel Good Inc.”
- Green Day – “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”
- Gwen Stefani – “Hollaback Girl”
- Hilary Duff – “Wake Up”
- James Blunt – “You’re Beautiful”
- Keane – “Somewhere Only We Know”
- Kelly Clarkson – “Since U Been Gone”
- KT Tunstall – “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree”
- Maroon 5 – “She Will Be Loved”
- Nelly Furtado – “Promiscuous”
- New Order – “Blue Monday”
- Pussycat Dolls – “Don’t Cha”
- Razorlight – “Golden Touch”
- Rihanna – “Pon de Replay”
- Scissor Sisters – “Take Your Mama Out”
- Snow Patrol – “Chasing Cars”
- Sugababes – “Push the Button”
- The Killers – “Mr. Brightside”
- The Postal Service – “Such Great Heights”
- U2 – “Vertigo”
- Weezer – “Beverly Hills”
Reception
SingStar: Pop was a critical and commercial success. The game received positive reviews from critics, who praised its fun and addictive gameplay, its accurate scoring system, and its wide variety of songs. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.
Conclusion
SingStar: Pop is a great party game that is sure to get everyone singing along. With its chart-topping lineup of songs, its multiple gameplay modes, and its fun and addictive gameplay, SingStar: Pop is a must-have for any PlayStation 2 owner.
Review Score
8/10
Art
Cover Art
Screenshots
