Platforms
- PlayStation 3Apr 12, 20117.5playscore6.33 Critics8.8491 Players
- Xbox 360Apr 12, 20117.1playscore6.28 Critics8.4796 Players
21 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
Don’t let that put you off though, as MJ’s music has a timeless quality and the presentation of this game is top notch. What this game shows is that rhythm music games can be done intuitively and entertainingly on the Vita’s touch interface. With a little more substance, this would be a quality piece of software for the launch window, but as it stands, it feels like it’s filling a niche until a more substantial package comes along.
Frank Naresh · Mar 13, 2012 Reviewed on VitaRead full reviewIf you ever find Michael Jackson: The Experience at a fraction of the asking price, I'd definitely recommend picking it up. It's not an astounding game, but it's a decent distraction that can soak up an hour of two of your time. This is certainly not something you'll need at launch, however, so keep it on standby until you can secure a much better deal than Ubisoft is offering out of the gate.
Jim Sterling · Feb 15, 2012 Reviewed on VitaRead full reviewWhile this is visually the best looking Michael Jackson game ever, we find it difficult to recommend this title to anyone but the most rabid of fans, unless there’s a promise to deliver DLC in the future. Fifteen tracks does not a King make.
Cheryll Del Rosario · Feb 14, 2012 Reviewed on VitaRead full reviewThose wanting a group experience on par with the console versions of the same game might be disappointed in its less-accessible multiplayer and being limited to two people, in addition to the logistical problems presented by the touch screen-based play style.
Heath Hindman · Feb 14, 2012 Reviewed on VitaRead full reviewCelebration of his career or not, in the eyes of a more cynical person the most probable reason for The Experience 3D to exist at all is to go some way to helping Michael Jackson’s family pay off his debts. Michael Jackson: The Experience 3D is certainly a valiant effort on Ubisoft’s part in regards to porting over a motion-controlled dancing game to a handheld, but unfortunately its temperamental controls, lack of structure and, most importantly, lack of songs all drag it down.
Mark Reece · Dec 14, 2011 Reviewed on 3DSRead full reviewDespite a lack of real longevity, it’s hard not to be impressed with Michael Jackson: The Experience 3D. This game could have been a quick and dirty port of the DS/PSP version, but instead Triumph International really put some effort and care into the game, and it shows.
Scott Thompson · Dec 03, 2011 Reviewed on 3DSRead full reviewIt’s also just a blast to hear all these classic tunes – and the Kinect version has more than any other out of the box: it’s almost impossible not to want to shake your booty when you do. Major MJ fans will no doubt lament the lack of a favorite track here or there (Dangerous, anyone?), but if you can only afford one MJ dancing title, this is definitely the most complete version on the market.
Eric Neigher · Jun 27, 2011 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewIf you're looking for a fun party game that gets people dancing, Michael Jackson: The Experience is not it. Poorly designed cue cards, nebulous vocal feedback, and bad multiplayer options are critical issues here. The interface and background visuals in Michael Jackson: The Experience are flashy and in some cases impressive. But The Experience doesn&#A;rray;t earn your money, even if you're a hardcore MJ fan.
Ryan Clements · Apr 21, 2011 Reviewed onRead full reviewThat said, Michael Jackson: The Experience is not a pleasant one. As well as being unresponsive and technically broken, it's simply not as much fun as its non-HD sibling. If you're desperate to mimic the moves of the King of Pop, you're honestly better off with the Wii version.
Jamin Smith · Apr 20, 2011 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewBecause it lacks a Career mode, unlockables, or even any music videos, this isn't so much an "experience" as it is a simplistic dance offering. Nevertheless, despite the bare-bones package, there's fun to be had performing the excellently choreographed dance routines, which accurately capture the Michael Jackson vibe. Most of his biggest hits are included, and lapsed fans will feel nostalgic seeing the classic moves and hearing the classic songs.
Mark Walton · Apr 14, 2011 Reviewed on PS3, X360Read full review
Community Reviews
- Rated on X360
About the game
He is the legendary King of Pop! Featuring an immersive and interactive experience for the Playstation Move that enables players to step into the shoes of Michael Jackson himself and re-live his most iconic moments through their own performance. The unparalleled tracklist features many of MJ’s biggest hits including Billie Jean, Beat It, Smooth Criminal and many more. There are an array of his awe-inspiring dance moves for players to learn and emulate within the game. Additionally, fans can sing along and test their vocal skills while immersed in the performance.