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SingStar PS3 takes the successful interactive singing experience established with the multi-million selling global PlayStation2 franchise to the next level with personalization and community taking center stage. SingStar PS3 allows you access to a catalog of hundreds of downloadable songs featuring the real artists and videos, via the PS3 online SingStore. Become a global star as you share your SingStar experiences with friends and the online SingStar community via captured video, audio and photos. [SCEA]
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more... 92
Gaming Target
SingStar doesn't have flashy drums or a pair of licensed guitars, but this game-and-microphone bundle brings PS3 owners the best way to sing on a video game system.
 90
GameFocus
Sony has delivered the best SingStar experience ever and they send a clear message to its competitors. This is the way karaoke games should be done.
90
Kombo
The PS3 finally has its casual-player friendly titan that gamers shouldn't miss out on.
90
Worth Playing
If you like to sing, even just a bit, you'll love SingStar PS3.
90
Games Master UK
On the one hand, it's the same game with new online features. But this will be huge online. [Nov 2007, p.79]
90
Playstation Official Magazine UK
Unless you're the sort of misanthrope who never invites people over to your place, new Singstar is essential to the PS3 experience. [Oct 2007, p.90]
90
Ferrago
Dangerously compelling entertainment.
90
TotalPlayStation
Though SingStar out of the box isn't quite compelling in the same way some of the more recent releases have been, tracks-wise, the overwhelmingly awesome online functionality absolutely makes up for it and then some.
89
PSX Extreme
All in all, the list of songs tells the tale. If you like what you see, Singstar for the PS3 is worth your money.
88
Cheat Code Central
In conclusion, SingStar for the PS3 is the most complete entry in the series thus far.
86
Extreme Gamer
Aside from complaining about what songs did and didn’t make the cut, Singstar is a solid and fun game to experience.
86
Jolt Online Gaming UK
Coupled with alcohol, SingStar is definitely an improvement now that it’s on PS3, even if that’s simply because it’s all shiny and new and you can pretty much create your own collection thanks to the SingStore.
86
GamingTrend
If you are a fan of the previous titles you will also like SingStar, but be aware that this outing isn't going to revolutinize your playing experience.
85
Pelit (Finland)
Playing SingStar with friends is still as fun as it ever was. The song selection on the game disc may be average at best but SingStore is a great way to get more, more, must get more! The songs are moderately priced and almost too easy to pick, pay and download. Also being able to see other peoples performances is great reality tv. [Jan 2008]
85
IGN
SingStar delivers one of the most unique and engaging experiences on the PlayStation 3. It deserves a place in every karaoke fan's game library.
85
PALGN
Singstar for the PlayStation 3 isn't fundamentally different from its predecessors but there is very little left to change for the franchise. With a great soundtrack and some long overdue online features, Singstar is a great continuation of the series.
85
GamerNode
Is it the best SingStar yet? Easily. The addition of the SingStore and community sharing make this one of the better sequel updates in music gaming.
85
Gamers' Temple
SingStar is not necessarily a game in the traditional sense, but it does make for a great party activity and a good alternative to purchasing a home karaoke machine. If you want to have a good time with some close friends, it certainly delivers that.
85
Gamer's Hell
True, keeping with wired mics is still a bother, and there isn’t any online play to be found. However, the facelift, Eye compatibilities and new social networking elements sets the game above other karaoke solutions on the Sony’s system; nay, any platform to-date.
83
Gaming Age
SingStar for the PS3 shows the promise of what this series will be like and what imaginative ideas Sony has in store for it. Of course I'd be a hypocrite if I didn't mention they've finally added the feature that I've always knocked the series for lacking: the ability to turn down or off the main vocals.
83
Gamer 2.0
SingStar provides a compelling window to the living rooms of people around the world with its My SingStar online mode that sets it far apart than any other music game in terms of its community aspects.
83
Da Gameboyz
SingStar is a top notch karaoke game and the online community features gives the game a dimension entirely new to the genre.
83
DailyGame
SingStar has good karaoke and non-multiplayer online functionality, but it enters a crowded field and is really just "more of the same." Sure, it's a good same, but karaoke is karaoke.
83
1UP
SingStar isn't a revolutionary game -- you're still just performing karaoke on your PlayStation. But uploading silly videos and watching other people's creations really adds a new dimension; it gives you what every karaoke star wants the most: an audience.
82
GameZone
A major step forward for the SingStar franchise, the PS3 version of the franchise is well-conceived and nicely handled.
81
PSM3 Magazine UK
The complete party package, made yet more essential by all the new features. [Nov 2007, p.68]
80
Edge Magazine
The constant flow of new content makes it a game that will last as long as Sony’s console does – that is, if you’re prepared to make the financial investment required to maintain a song library. [Nov 2007, p.95]
80
Boomtown
It remains the best incarnation of the franchise.
80
Play UK
It's SingStar but with just enough tweaks and additions to make it feel part of a different generation. It might be tainted with slight cynicism, but there is no getting away from the fact that this is still an incredibly good party game. [Issue#159, p.86]
80
EuroGamer
SingStore and My SingStar are brilliant additions which significantly change the SingStar experience.
80
VideoGamer
Apparently you can play games on the PlayStation 3, but it certainly looks like a top of the range karaoke machine from where I'm standing, on centre stage in my living room stadium.
80
NZGamer
What IS different, and what makes the game worth its purchase price, is the addition of the Singstore.
80
Thunderbolt
All in all SingStar is a great game, instantly accessible with nothing to unlock, but plenty of downloadable content available online.
80
PTGamers
More than a game, SingStar is a vital offering, that will - hopefully – become more and more robust in the next few months.
80
TheSixthAxis
So, this marks the start of the PS3's entry into the casual gamer market, and we can't think for a minute why this won't be a roaring success.
80
Game Informer
SingStar’s karaoke action may be somewhat limited in an era that follows the release of Rock Band, where so many other ways of playing are available. However, for enthusiasts who aren’t looking for anything that complicated (or expensive), SingStar should deliver some amusing Friday nights with friends.
80
GameDaily
Make no mistake – SingStar on the PlayStation 3 is a party that shouldn't be missed.
80
Giant Bomb
Now, some of you are undoubtedly super-shy and would never dream of letting the world see you, in your bedroom, singing. That's fine. But if you're a little more extroverted and want a sanctioned location to look like a jackass, or if creatively creating 30-second videos to the delight or disgust of an online audience is up your alley, SingStar is kind of amazing.
80
Playstation Universe
SingStar gives party gamers an alternative to Rock Band and Guitar Hero, but because of the lacking ability of online play, the game’s solo features leave a lot to be desired.
80
DarkStation
However in the end if your wondering if its time to upgrade to the Playstation 3 version of Singstar, this first entry is a great start and just show’s all of the great that is to come from Singstar on the PS3 in the future.
80
AceGamez
If you need a party, and you own a PS3, then SingStar is a great choice and, thanks to the ever-growing online library of tracks, will be even better a year from now.
80
GotNext
No matter how you slice it, Sony's first Singstar on the PS3 is a triumph.
80
Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
Anyway you cut it, there's an 80-percent chance that you're going to be entertained. [Aug 2008, p.72]
75
The Onion (A.V. Club)
SingStar comes really close to transforming the PlayStation 3 into the ultimate karaoke machine.
75
Game Chronicles
The low amount of songs is well offset by the easy to use download from the PlayStation SingStore and an extra bonus in the online videos you can add to or check out.
75
GameSpot
The presentation is top-notch, and the community features are neat, despite the hit-and-miss quality of the submissions. The amount of premium downloadable content available thus far is impressive as well.
70
Gamestyle
SingStar virgins and hardcore fans could do a lot worse than start here, but for everyone in between, it may be worth waiting for the SingStore to fill before making the jump.
58
Game Revolution
Singstar is still the best party karaoke game for the consoles, but it doesn’t quite step up to the next-generation with confidence. Instead, it steps up the Brit Pop, and that ain’t what we want. Not what we really, really want. Really.
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