Rhythm Heaven Fever
© 2012 Nintendo of America
Like it's Nintendo DS predecessor, Rhythm Feature (CTR April 2009), this Wii edition is both fun and addicting, and it presents an outstanding way to experience the beat of different songs. After you choose one of the four game save slots to save your progress, you can take the tutorial, which is recommended, to learn how to master each one of the 50 levels. This requires expertly matching button presses on the Wii controller with events on the screen to make parts on an assembly line or sink golf shots. If you hit the target beats, you are rewarded with an enhanced version of the song. This game is a classic embodiment of the old phrase: easy to learn, tough to master. Features include some additional 2-player rhythm games. Note that all the games are new to this version, although people who have played the Nintendo DS game might recognize familiar characters. Much of the music was created by the Japanese pop music producer TSUNKU. Developed by Nintendo and TNX. The bottom line -- if you're looking for an excellent way to develop beat competency, look no further than Rhythm Heaven Fever.
$30, Wii
Teaches: rhythm, music, beat
CTR Rating: 94%