Wanting to get into IIDX...

Rene_A · Trick Member Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Location: :o Springfield

Ive been playing ddr for about a year and half now, and ive gotton ok at it, i can get my share of AAs and such. but ive never really played beatmania or IIDX before, and i was thinking of getting into it. i have a modded ps2 so i can play import games. Any suggestions on a good mix and a good price for a IIDX controller?
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Flameboat · Posted: Mon Oct 01, 2007 5:20 pm Post subject:

I started with Happy Sky; Red is also a really really good mix.

Here's a US KOC for $25 shipping incl.
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Zonic · Posted: Mon Oct 01, 2007 5:33 pm Post subject:

I'd suggest getting the US version so you get both the game AND a controller. It's great, since it's lasted the US, RED, Happy Sky, & DistorteD.

For import, I'd say either Happy Sky or DistorteD.

Weston · Trick Member Joined: 17 Feb 2003 Location: Minnesota

I agree, get the US version first so you have a good controler. For imports though, DistorteD has the best timing in my opinion, and Happy Sky just seems a little late on some songs. Overall, I like both songlists. DistorteD has a lot of songs I like, but Happy Sky has a few songs I love (and a really pretty interface). IIDX RED has a nice songlist, but it's a really tough mix and you'll probably find the level 6 to 7 transition a huge stumbling block. If I had to recommend, I'd say you should go with DistorteD, and if you like it, get Happy Sky.

Rene_A · Trick Member Joined: 17 Aug 2007 Location: :o Springfield

Thanks for the tips. I'll definitly check my local gamestop to see if they have the american version, i believe its around 50 bucks correct?
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Flameboat · Posted: Mon Oct 01, 2007 6:39 pm Post subject:

IIRC it's significantly cheaper now if you can find it. And yeah, get BM US for cheap if you can find it, but it blows donkey balls. But if it comes with a controller it's worth it.
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Spammit · Trick Member Joined: 23 Jun 2006 Location: Bear, Delaware

i bought my BM US for $60 last year and i think you can find it for around $30 now, that is if you can find it offline. Like it has been said, the music list is terrible, but there are a few good songs such as Colors and V. Not to mention the US controller is better than the japanese one because it doesnt seem to have the sticky keys problem
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Zonic · Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2007 2:34 am Post subject:

Amazingly, V ISN'T on DistorteD (And RED!). Maybe finally Konami is listening to us that we DON'T want V on every single Style. Of course, I wouldn't be surprised if it was revived for Gold (though I'd love to see a "vote for the revivals" thing).

RED is harder than the HS & DD, so I'd suggest getting one of those 1st.

Opethian · Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2007 11:13 am Post subject:

ive seen the BMUS bundle as low as 29.99
like at target or best buy
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Fred 00 · Trick Member Joined: 02 May 2005 Location: offline

sometimes the US controllers crap out for no reason for a little while. The turntable is a bit stiff and, IMO the turntable is inconviently placed.

Whenever I strike the turntable, my pinky hits the sticker in the middle, preventing it from spinning, thus registering.
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Zonic · Posted: Tue Oct 02, 2007 12:55 pm Post subject:

DarcLion XVI · Basic Member Joined: 29 Aug 2002 Location: Ask me via PM

Go w/ what everybody says. But as for the controllers, if you want to get the real feel of the arcade w/o goin' through Konami's ASC, here's the best suggestion:

http://www.dj-dao.com/
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Opethian · Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2007 4:53 am Post subject:

drill mode on 5th style is also a good practice
i learned on 3rd and 5th cs
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Edible Bondage Tape · Trick Member Joined: 26 Jan 2002 Location: Kerri

US was my first one but i really leared on red (unless you count playing core remix 2 at my arcade)

and remember folks you used to not be able to spell revival without V but now you need an A
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Spammit · Trick Member Joined: 23 Jun 2006 Location: Bear, Delaware

i was simply pointing out that V is one of the few good songs on BM US. You know, its not bad for learning if you dont have a modded or jp ps2. Hell, i learned on BM US, but now i only play JP styles
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