DJ Hero

 Wii
User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 28 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 28
  3. Negative: 4 out of 28
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  1. WeaverG
    Dec 17, 2009
    9
    DJ Hero is a much needed breath of fresh air in the music game genre. I love the sheer volume and variety of tracks out of the box - more than Guitar Hero and Rock Band. However, I have two complaints. DJ Hero needs to allow for multiple profiles to allow unlocking new content for everyone. The lack of SD card support is a major failure - it was available in Guitar Hero 5! Regardless of DJ Hero is a much needed breath of fresh air in the music game genre. I love the sheer volume and variety of tracks out of the box - more than Guitar Hero and Rock Band. However, I have two complaints. DJ Hero needs to allow for multiple profiles to allow unlocking new content for everyone. The lack of SD card support is a major failure - it was available in Guitar Hero 5! Regardless of the shortcomings, DJ Hero is a blast to play and has music for just about anyone.… Expand
  2. Fred
    Dec 19, 2009
    10
    Awesome fun! Thought this was going to be a game for our teens to play when I took mama out for a date night, but I find myself dreaming of becoming the next Crystal Method! Give it a go!
  3. Spielberg00
    Aug 2, 2011
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I bought the second DJ HERO game before this one, and it's much better, but this one's worth playing...if you are fine with unlocking all the songs before you are allowed to play them.… Expand
  4. TrentO
    Oct 27, 2009
    8
    A couple hours in, the game itself is a ton of fun. My biggest gripe with the Wii version is having to shove the Wiimote into the peripheral to make it work. For one thing, it doesn't fit properly (the door won't close once it's in), and for another, how can Activision charge the same price for the Wii deck when it doesn't even have wireless or power built in like the A couple hours in, the game itself is a ton of fun. My biggest gripe with the Wii version is having to shove the Wiimote into the peripheral to make it work. For one thing, it doesn't fit properly (the door won't close once it's in), and for another, how can Activision charge the same price for the Wii deck when it doesn't even have wireless or power built in like the 360 or PS3 versions?… Expand
  5. JimmusM
    Oct 29, 2009
    5
    Horrible stuff. Sure, it's solid, technically; and the turntable peripheral is interesting and well-made. It's just NOT FUN, and feels more like an electronic game of Simon or Bop-it with a musical slant. There are some interesting (I didn't say all good) mixes of various songs, but throwing a scratch or fade-out only on-command doesn't really allow any creativity, Horrible stuff. Sure, it's solid, technically; and the turntable peripheral is interesting and well-made. It's just NOT FUN, and feels more like an electronic game of Simon or Bop-it with a musical slant. There are some interesting (I didn't say all good) mixes of various songs, but throwing a scratch or fade-out only on-command doesn't really allow any creativity, with the exception of using a custom sample in a set. Unless you have aspirations of being a Dj, I think you can give this game a pass.… Expand
  6. aditya1101
    Oct 9, 2017
    2
    As a big fan of guitar hero, this was a complete and utter disappointment. My friend won this game in a raffle and we were really excited to play it, but we never really got the hang of the controls (despite my friend being very good at most rhythm games) and it never felt good to play.
  7. hector_bcn98
    Nov 8, 2022
    7
    La sobreexplotación de la fórmula y se equivocaron, creyendo que a la gente que le interesa el mundo de dj jugaría este juego. Yo lo hice y lo disfruté, pero nada que ver con los originales de rock y guitarra.
  8. TeaFan556
    Dec 19, 2021
    7
    [RU]
    Хорошая ритм игра. Много отличных узнаваемых миксов, правда нехватает каких нить режимов. Быстро наскучивает, хотя радует мультиплеер и уникальный геймплей!

Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best Wii Game of 2009
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#54 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2009
52
#52 Most Shared Wii Game of 2009

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. IGN
    90
    In an overcrowded genre of music games, DJ Hero resides at the very top with the best of 'em. The original mixes are stunning and scratching the turntable is just as fun as it seems.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    80
    DJ Hero is a well made title that even old farts can enjoy. From the quality set list, accessible turntable peripheral, and generally nicely implemented mechanics, there's a lot for any gamer to enjoy. On the downside, the multiplayer elements aren't nearly as convincing as they should be, making this a game you'll likely play alone.
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  3. GameDaily
    90
    DJ Hero is without question Activision's coolest rhythm game. The turntable has its drawbacks (it's a bit small for larger folks), but that soundtrack will give you a new appreciation for music and perhaps satisfy your DJ fantasy. Just don't pass this off as another game with a useless peripheral. It's one of the sweetest, most original games we've played in a long time.
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