How to play Dance Dance Revolution

Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) is a fun and interactive game that is available on many consoles as well as in many arcades. The game focuses on having players step on four arrowed buttons on the a control pad to match the arrows that scroll up the screen in time with a chosen song. This creates an interactive game that is very fun as well as a great form of exercise. Almost any healthy and able-bodied individual can learn to play this game. Each song only lasts for around two to three minutes, but to become adept it will take at least a few hours of practice. This Instructable will instruct and advise readers so that they can learn the basics of the game and begin working towards becoming experts. Follow this Instructable so that you too can enjoy this healthy and entertaining activity!

Step 1 Familiarize Yourself with the Equipment

View the necessary materials:
      A Dance Dance Revolution arcade machine
      Money or tokens (most arcades will charge around $0.75-1.00 for one player to play three songs)
      Water to avoid dehydration if attempting prolonged play

       *Note: This instruction will focus on an arcade setting, but to play at home would require a television, a game console, as well as a DDR game and control pad that are formatted for the console.

WARNING!
DDR involves many quick movements and jumps that may be characterized as high intensity aerobic exercises. If a player begins to feel lightheaded at any time during play, they should immediately stop and rest. Players may also be prone to slipping or falling during play and should take care to avoid these outcomes. Shoes with good grip are recommended.

Comments

[DarkStarPDX]

This will be my 12th year since the first time I stepped on a DDR arcade machine. I must have looked at that machine a dozen times just trying to shake the intimidation out before that first game. Great to see a "basics" instructable for DDR, thanks!