After the thread on how bad Rhythm Heaven was going to be, with the horrible music, the reviews so far seem to indicate we could have been wrong.
100
Giant Bomb
Rhythm Heaven is a great addition to the DS library that's definitely worth checking out if you've ever liked a WarioWare game.
90
Wired
Rhythm Heaven is exactly the sort of novel, deep, challenging game that people accuse Nintendo of not creating anymore. Play it.
90
IGN
Even if you’re not a music fan you’re going to love Rhythm Heaven. It’s completely off the wall and unlike anything you’ve ever played on the Nintendo DS, not to mention incredibly fun and just as addictive.
90
Nintendo Life
It still stands as one of the finest titles to grace the Nintendo DS. It’s packed full of content and will keep even the most experienced gamers playing for a good length of time due to its deep replay value.
90
Destructoid
These musical minigames are ones that will make you laugh, challenge your sense of timing and reflex, and keep you coming back again and again. You'll fall in love.
88
Cheat Code Central
Punishingly difficult, yet ostentatiously cute, Rhythm Heaven is the epitome of what a handheld music-based game should be. Forget guitar grips or funky cheerleaders! You won't find a more engaging or entertaining music experience for the DS.
83
1UP
Rhythm Heaven does its job with style and aplomb, but anyone who's played the GBA original knows that the concept has been done better. No one who enjoys pure fun should miss out on this game...but once you've had your fill, be sure to track down a copy of the GBA original for an even better time.
80
Pocket Gamer UK
Funky, fresh and funny, Rhythm Heaven Gold transcends the language barrier with its instinctive gameplay and hilarious scenarios.
80
GameSpy
This game demands exact timing and precise inputs. In that sense, it's a much more challenging affair than the prior games.
75
Game Revolution
Though Rhythm Heaven hits a smattering of flat notes, its composition and concept are simply divine.
75
Game Informer
Rhythm Heaven ends up being pretty limited in its ambitions and scope, but I can’t deny that it had me toe-tapping along for the ride.
75
GameSpot
This unusual music game is as satisfying as it is strange, but the high difficulty limits its appeal.
75
The Onion (A.V. Club)
It’s the cutest drum machine on the market.
70
GameDaily
Ultimately, its poor music and one note gameplay mar the experience, but players in search of something off the wall will probably dig Rhythm Heaven's imaginative design.
Apparently some reviewer at some site named Giantbomb loved it enough to give it 100 :-)
So who has it, who is getting it and who still doesn't desire it?
I for one will get it, but it isn't at the top of my list.
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