SingStar '80s

$30, PlayStation 2

Teaches: music, pitch, language experience (reading lyrics), rhythm, singing

CTR Review

Thirty classics songs from the 1980s come in the sing-along SingStar format. Artists include Madonna, Duran Duran, Wham!, Blondie, Cyndi Lauper and Cuture Club. As with the other versions of SingStar, players can perform a solo or try the Cooperative Duet Mode, One-On-One Battle Mode or the team-based Pass-the-Mic Mode. After any song, you can replay your performance. Other features include the ability to incorporate your own image into the video (if you have an optional EyeToy) and vocal mixing tools that can modify your voice. A microphone is required, which is not included in the $30 price; however you can purchase a bundle with two microphones for $50.