2001

SingStar

FROM: SCEA

BEHIND THE MUSIC: Although a largely copycat product, Sony's answer to Karaoke Revolution, promising USB microphone-enabled sing-alongs to onscreen lyrics, still remains popular in the U.S., where it recently made the jump to PS3. However, the franchise is a veritable juggernaut overseas, with a whopping 70 releases (including pop, R&B, and '90s editions) spanning multiple languages and custom set lists individualized by territory.

WHY IT ROCKS: Elegantly reveals how music universally translates across nationalities and cultures as a medium for both entertainment and play, ensuring the topic's continued exploration by software makers. Also, bonus points awarded for being the first game to sport a Bollywood edition.

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