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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://lips.xbox.com/ Official website]
* [http://www.xboxlips.com ''Lips''] Xbox Lips Fansite
* [http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/l/lips/ Official ''Lips'' Xbox.com page]


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Revision as of 19:06, 20 October 2011

Lips
Developer(s)iNiS
Publisher(s)Microsoft Game Studios
Designer(s)Keiichi Yano
Platform(s)Xbox 360
Genre(s)Music / Rhythm
Mode(s)Single-player, Multi-player

Lips is a video game for the Xbox 360. Lips was developed by iNiS and published by Microsoft Game Studios. The game features the use of motion sensitive wireless microphones and supports the use of songs already owned through a Zune or iPod.[1][2][3] The game was released on November 18, 2008 in North America and on November 21, 2008 in Europe and has received generally average reviews. Localized versions of the game have been released in several countries, each with a different soundtrack.

On April 3, it was announced that the Lips' microphones will be compatible with Rock Band 2 and Guitar Hero: Metallica due to a patch that was released in summer 2009.

Gameplay

The gameplay in Lips is similar to the gameplay of SingStar and Karaoke Revolution. In addition to supporting single-player, the game allows two players to sing duets or play competitively in various multiplayer modes including "Time Bomb", "Kiss", and "Vocal Fighters". Unlike most other music games, players cannot fail out of a song if they sing badly (or even if they don't sing at all).[4] The game does not have a difficulty setting but rewards players for their singing in six categories including rhythm, pitch, and vibrato.[5]

Players can connect a digital music player (such as an iPod or Zune), or use a USB flash drive, to sing along to their own music. The game will perform vocal reduction and score player like the included songs, except that the game will not display song lyrics.[3] Players can also connect their Xbox 360 to a computer running a compatible media sharing service, such as Windows Media Connect 2.0, Windows Media Center, Zune PC software with sharing, or PVConnect to access their own music from a network share within the game.

Lips is bundled with two motion-sensitive wireless microphones (one white, one black). A second player can seamlessly join in the currently playing song by picking up the microphone and shaking it.[3] The microphones can also be used to perform gestures dictated by the game, plus the standard game controllers can also be used to add overlays such as hand-claps and crowd noise.

In February, 2009, Microsoft announced a title update for Lips.[6] This patch addresses most of the issues with the game, namely it introduces a new algorithm for voice recognition and vibrato pick-up, claiming that the game was 'too easy' before, and the ability to synchronise the microphone timing, a cause of regular negative feedback. This update also introduces the use of global leaderboards to track high scores. Minor tweaks were also made to the user interface.

Additionally, following the April, 2009, title update, song packs were also introduced for purchase, offering bundles of songs for a discounted price.[7]

Reception and Legacy

Lips has received average reviews. Reviewers have praised the wireless microphones and multi player experience but criticized the single-player modes and the song import feature which many people have had issues with. In addition the import feature does not support lyric downloads but the game does make an attempt to reduce the real singers voice volume while playing in this mode.

On May 2009, a sequel for Lips was announced titled Lips: Number One Hits.[11] It was released on 23 October 2009. In this same month, an exclusive promotion was made together with Swarovski Elements and CrystalRoc to produce 1,000 jeweled microphones called Xillion Rose.

Mic Compatibility List

The games listed below supports the Xbox 360 Wireless Microphones.

See also

References

  1. ^ Plunkett, Luke (2008-07-14). "Take A Look At iNiS' Lips". Kotaku. Retrieved 2008-07-16.
  2. ^ Tom Bramwell (2008-07-16). "INiS's Keiichi Yano quiet on Lips DLC pricing". Eurogamer. Retrieved 2008-07-16.
  3. ^ a b c "Details on Lips: microphone, your songs, its songs". Joystiq. 2008-07-17. Retrieved 2008-08-01. {{cite web}}: |first= missing |last= (help); Unknown parameter |;ast= ignored (help)
  4. ^ a b "Lips review". IGN. Retrieved 2008-11-22. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  5. ^ a b "Lips review". GameSpot. Retrieved 2008-11-22. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  6. ^ Lips Title Update and Power Pack DLC Retrieved 2009-03-03
  7. ^ "Guitar Hero Metallica and Rock Band 2 go wireless with Lips mic" (Press release). Microsoft Game Studios. April 2009. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
  8. ^ "Lips Review". 1UP.com. Retrieved 2008-11-22. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  9. ^ "Lips reviews". Game Rankings. Retrieved 2008-11-24. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  10. ^ "Lips reviews". MetaCritic. Retrieved 2008-11-22. {{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  11. ^ "Lips: Number One Hits Announcement & Screenshots". IGN. Retrieved 2000-05-27. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help); Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)

External links

  • Lips Xbox Lips Fansite
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