I've played some previous version of ddr and always loved them. as it's getting bigger in the states they are including some more american music, which isn't the best selection on their part. I bought this for my girlfriend who fell in love with ddr extreme at a friends party. so she's pretty new to it and while the beginner level is great, the levels progress a bit too quick. all in all though it is a blast! but don't buy cheap pads ($9.95 ea)! ours are warping already :/