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- Release Date 2/19/2002
- Publisher Koei
- Developer Koei
- Platform PS2
- Genre Music/Dance
- Number of Players 4
Game Description
This rhythm game follows the exploits of U-1, an awkward elementary school student with a secret identity. He transforms into Gitaroo Man, a musical superhero of sorts who defeats foes with a futuristic electric guitar. His mission is to defend his people against an evil family. Luckily, Gitaroo Man is not alone. Fighting by his side is a dog named Puma who gets in on the action by transforming into a robotic beast. The object of the game is to play the right notes at the right time with the music provided, which proves to be trickier than it seems. The storyline is helped along by cutscenes as it progresses through 10 levels of varying music genres. Unlike most games, Gitaroo Man requires extensive use of the analog stick and controller buttons simultaneously.
Critic Reviews
GameSpot Review (8.7 out of 10)
The rhythm game genre has always been fertile ground for a special brand of eccentric Japanese pop-culture weirdness and a very unique kind of aesthetic. While the style is still fairly fresh, the genre has been allowed to stagnate over the past few years. There have been three Parappa-related ...more
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Average Member Rating: 7.9 out of 10
You are the True Gitaroo Man!. (10 out of 10)
posted by Pandatroni (JACKSONVILLE, FL) on Oct 11, 2006
Member since Mar 2006
2 out of 2 gamers (100%) found this review helpful
Member since Mar 2006
2 out of 2 gamers (100%) found this review helpful
I'll admit to being a huge fan of the rhythm-action genre. If you're against the concept of pushing buttons and moving your joystick in tune with music, you'll probably dislike Gitaroo Man. If you're a fan of the genre, though, Gitaroo Man is the nirvana of the genre and an overlooked gem that you...more
Specs & Requirements
Memory 265 kb
Controllers Analog Control, Vibration Function
Modes Simultaneous, Story, Versus, Deathmatch, Team Battle
Audio/Video Custom Soundtrack
Console Link Multitap 1-4
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