24-7-2009 Game News : Audition Gaming System Preview

Audition is an online music and dancing game developed by Redbana that allows you to compete and cooperate with players from around the world. The objective of the game is to dance your way to virtual stardom by syncing your avatar’s moves with the beat of today’s hottest pop music

Key Features

Game Modes – Audition has over 20 different game modes allowing players with different skill levels and game preferences to choose the mode that is perfect for them. Such distinct features include dancing as an individual player, or part of a team! There’s even a Chance Mode, where the player must hit the opposite direction of the presented arrow in order to level-up

Dynamic Dance Stages – Dancers can choose from a large variety of exciting dance stages. These vivacious atmospheres span from tropical beaches to urban playgrounds and everything in between.

Shopping Mall – Players can personalize their avatars choosing from thousands of the hippest clothes, shoes, hairstyles, hats, pets and accessories using Bana Cash.

New Content Added Frequently – Audition's content, music, clothes, and dance moves are updated constantly to ensure a fresh and exciting environment for players to have fun and stay connected with their friends from all over the world. There’s even a built-in instant messenger so players can chat with each other providing a lively, social atmosphere for all.

Audition FAQ

What is Audition?

Audition is an online music and dancing game that allows you to compete and cooperate with players all over the world. The object of the game is to become the next Audition Superstar by competing against others in virtual dance competitions, gaining experience and advancing to the next level. The game play is fun and simple: use the directional arrow keys and spacebar to match your movement with the beat of the music! More advanced players have the 8-Key and Chance Mode options to raise the difficulty of the level.

How do I get started?

The first step to playing Audition is to visit http://audition.redbana.com and creating a free account. After you've registered you can download and install the full Audition client for FREE from the Download section of the website. After the game is installed, log in using your Redbana account information and join thousands of others in the quest to become the next Superstar!

What are the system requirements?

A Pentium III 1GHz processor, 256 RAM, a NVIDIA Geforce2 32MByte video card, a Direct XC 9.0c graphics card, and Windows 98/Me/2000/XP operating system.

What are the differences between "Beginner" "Intermediate" and "Free" servers?

"Beginner" servers are for first time players, "Intermediate" servers are for players to start advancing their skills, and "Free" servers are open for players of all levels.

What are the differences between each of the Game Modes?

There are two main categories of Game Modes: Individual Modes and Group Modes. Individual modes are where players compete by themselves against other individual players. Group modes are where players make teams and coordinate synchronized dance moves to win. There are a variety of individual modes and group modes, allowing for a different experience with each setting. Once you’ve practice your skills in the Individual Practice Mode, you can test them against others in the multiplayer modes which include Normal Individual Mode, Freestyle Battle Mode, Choreography Mode, Dynamic Mode, Normal Group Mode, B-Boy Battle Mode, Couple Mode, Dynamic Group Mode, Night Club Mode, Battle Party Mode, One-Two Party Mode, Beat-Up Mode, Club Dance Mode, and Story Mode!

What is a 4-Key or 8-Key?

4-Key refers to gameplay that uses the 4 directional arrow keys as well as the spacebar. 8-Key is more advanced and refers to gameplay that uses the 8 directional keys on the numpad on the keyboard as well as the spacebar. The 8-Key gameplay can be activated by pressing the INSERT button on the keyboard.

What is Couple Mode? How do you become a Couple in the game?

Couple Mode is a type of game mode that pairs you with a partner to compete against other couples. In order to become a Couple in Audition, both players must earn 5 "hearts" if they both perform 5 "Perfect" routines at the same turn. After a couple sends 5 "Kisses" to each other they are eligible to be married in the game. After sending 5 "Kisses", males will be able to purchase a "Wedding Ticket" to access the Wedding Game Mode. The couple will successfully be married in the game when this mode is complete.

What is the Shopping Mall?

In addition to being a place where you can listen to all the music that is available in Audition, The Shopping Mall is the place where you can buy the cool outfits, accessories, and accents that bring your character to life. The Shopping Mall purchasing system operates through BANA Cash, which is accessed on your personal account page via the website. The Shopping Mall allows you to really personalize your dancer, though it is not required that you purchase something to play the game.

Why is the Audition game client so big?

Audition is a very deep, sophisticated online game that has many graphical elements and data that take up a lot of information. With a large selection of game modes, sophisticated graphics, thousands of different outfits and accessories, tons of songs, and more all combine to equal a large file.

What is the FAM System and how do I create one with my friends?

Audition's FAM system, or FAMILY Mode, is the game's specialized Guild System. After advancing in Audition you and your friends can join a group in the FAM Office where you can play together or compete against other FAMs!

Didn't Nexon originally operate Audition in North America? Why did Redbana take over?

Though Nexon did originally operate Audition's release in North America, Redbana, a subsidiary of T3 Entertainment, took over Audition in order to give it the necessary attention needed in a full North American release. Having just opened its offices in North America less than a year ago, Redbana is taking into account all the necessary details in launching Audition in full force to its North American players.

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