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My first DDR Arcade experience!

So last weekend, a couple of out-of-town buddies called me up and wanted to hang out. Their idea? Go to the mall. A trip to the mall isn’t really my idea of a good time, but I hadn’t seen those guys in a while, so off we went…

So last weekend, a couple of out-of-town buddies called me up and wanted to hang out. Their idea? Go to the mall. A trip to the mall isn’t really my idea of a good time, but I hadn’t seen those guys in a while, so off we went. 

While at the mall, the subject of DDR came up. I’m not one to go to the mall often (probably 3-4 times a year), so naturally I don’t play DDR at the arcade that often either. Oh, I guess the title of this post is kinda misleading then. It wasn’t my "first" DDR Arcade experience; Just the first one where I was actually capable completing a song on my own…

Anyway, it was decided that if Natrick* payed, Burtis* and I would dance for him. And dance we did. Did I mention there’s videos? Yes, luckily my New Year’s resolutions did not involve refraining from embarassing myself in front of the internet. So here’s the result of our escapades:

DDR 1
First we warmed up with "Get up ‘n Move." I think this was on standard difficulty. I hadn’t really played at the arcade before, and my feet kept getting stuck where the arrows are. I guess I need drag my feet less (it’s easy when it’s just the dance mat!).

There was a crowd of people behind us, but after realizing me and Burtis sucked, they all ran away to Hot Topic or something. 

DDR 2
Next off, we played "Look to the Sky" on standard mode. I forget which mix it was. I thought I combo’ed through it and would get a AA, but I only got an A.

This is when Burtis thought it would be a good idea to stop trying to stay alive and start showboating. I have to admit it, though, he’s a great dancer. He even got a bunch of little kids to watch us!

DDR 3
Finally, we decided to go out with a bang and play "Mobo Moga" on heavy mode. I can sometimes AA this one at home if I’m lucky. Anyway, I tried to keep us alive, but it was for naught. We failed somewhere in the middle. If only Burtis would have concentrated!!!

Overall, it was a pretty fun excursion. I like the coolness of the DDR metal pad, but it’d take some time to get used to. I think red octane sells a DDR metal pad like the arcade, but it’s like, $200! Maybe I’ll buy a DDR Machine when I become a millionare…

 

*names have been changed to protect the innocent

One reply on “My first DDR Arcade experience!”

Good thing I’m a Network game character. I just downloaded most of the stuff into my personal area and was dancing in between episodes.

While i was still an offliner i did play in the mall sometimes but you know how i was before from the show. I was a recluse and would endup shying away once crowds came to watch. still playing inpublic is fun. Just don’t get cought shoplifting a bra when you father won’t get you one.

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