Tap Tap Revenge 3 – Review

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On January 1, 2010

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Tap Tap Revenge 3 – Review

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By: Tap Tap Revenge 3

Version #: 3.0

Date Released: 2009-10-06

Developer: Gogo Apps, Inc.

Price: 0.99

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I recognize that I’m a little late to the whole "Rock Band" phenomenon, but recently Tap Tap Revenge offered the app as a free download rather than $.99.  I suspect the release of Rock Band for the iPhone had something to do with this decision.  Plus, they can make more money by having people download premium tracks to their device (a bit like how most gaming systems make their money back from the software).

With that, I finally downloaded and played a version of Tap Tap Revenge.  For those unaware, the premise is simple.  With a song playing in the background (the game usually provides one or two for free and any additional songs at a cost), the player has to tap lights as they travel along a line.  The lights are usually to the beat of the song and as a result game-play can be addictive.  In effect, it’s a small-scale version of Rock Band.

The primary problem I have with the game, ironically, also involves how they make money.  Why can’t one use his or her own audio library to play the game?  My guess is some sort of extra file is involved to make the lights move with the song, but it would still be a nice feature, particularly if your favorite artist is one not sold by Tapulous.

Still, it’s difficult to argue with free.  For an easy, affordable and addictive game, I recommend Tap Tap Revenge.  If you really get addicted, you can give them extra money for more song tracks.

Quick Take

Value:Medium-High.

Would I Buy Again:Probably.

Learning Curve:Low.

Who Is It For:Music enthusiasts, particularly popular music.

What I Like:The game. The (low or free) price.

What I Don't Like:Can't use your own custom songs.

Final Statement:If you like Rock Band but can't afford it, Tap Tap Revenge is a good substitute.

Read the Developer's Notes:
It's back! Tap and shake to the beats of the most popular game on the App Store. The all-new, awesome 3.0 release features tons of great FREE songs, including hits by Tiesto and LMFAO. Purchase affordably-priced top hits by mega-artists.*See below for important information about network problems***BIG LAUNCH CONTESTS!**We are giving away CDs and DVDs to 140 winners in the coming days. Three winners will win the grand prize: FREE copies of every single premium pack!**MORE FUN WHEN YOU PLAY ONLINE**Tap Tap Revenge 3 is even more fun when you play online. Online play now features weapons and shields that let you crush your competition, or just throw them off their game. Integrated chat, rich profiles, avatars, the ability to send messages to people you meet in the game make the game more social.**LEVELS AND ACHIEVEMENTS**Create your own fun avatar, which will be displayed when you play online. As you get better at the game, you uplevel and get achievements that give you access to fun new avatar items, including instruments that give you special powers in online play.**TONS OF OTHER GREAT NEW FEATURES**- A fun new look and feel- Quickplay for when you're in a hurry- Special sequences let you score even higher- Resume, restart and replay your game- Challenges and battles let you have more fun with your friends- Send messages to friends- Each premium track comes with its own unique theme**HAVING TROUBLE DOWNLOADING TRACKS OR PLAYING ONLINE?**- Turn bluetooth off- Plug your device into a power outlet- Turn off WIFI and use the 3G network on newer iPhone models**FREE TRACKS**- Fall Out Boy- AFI- LMFAO- Tiesto- Stroke 9... and many many more!**PREMIUM TRACKS*- Smashing Pumpkins- Killers- Foo Fighters- Korn- Tiësto- No Doubt... over 50 top artists!
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