Are You Being Robbed of Expert Status Because of the Xbox DDR Dance Pad You're Using ?

So there you are on your Xbox DDR dance pad having danced the game of your life and the game shows you up as a dead beat ain't got no rythym loser. Okay maybe it's not that bad but hey, when you're out of breath and know you were right on for every step… it feels pretty close to that. And then again, maybe you're just starting out. You'll want to avoid making the mistake of getting an Xbox DDR dance pad that isn't right for you. To escape the frustration of not having the right equipment, find out what you need to get your perfect dance pad.

1. For someone who is in their infancy stage of ddr which basically means a beginner at the Dance Dance Revolution game, one of the most important things to know is what pad will work for your game player. There are many options available but not all pads will work with the Xbox. In addition, not all Xbox pads are compatible with both the Xbox and Xbox360. You'll want to make sure the pad you use will work with the specific Xbox game player you have.

2. The second item to know in picking an Xbox ddr dance pad is the frequency at which you will be playing. If you don't intend to play the game frequently, the higher quality/more expensive ddr pads may not be your best choice. You would want to decide when you purchase if an expensive metal pad is your best choice or can you go with the less expensive soft/foam pad. The question stems from reviews that show soft/foam pads to wear out under constant use.

3. As one of the factors in determining a game player, price is another factor in deciding upon your new Xbox ddr dance pad. The metal pads are more durable and can stand up through the test of time. They consistently get high ranks for quality. However, the price range for metal pad can run from $500 to $800 dollars more or less. Metal arcade style pads can cost up to $1,000. Yet, soft/foam pads are a fraction of that cost at an average of $20 to $60. They aren't as durable but can provide the same enjoyment for the dancing experts as well as occasional beginners who want to get their groove on.

Functionality is an additional factor to consider because the cheaper brands of pads do not have the same quality or options as those that begin at the $30 range and work their way up. Yet having said that; as a beginner you could by a low end pad that could offer the basics of the game necessary to start dancing.

The storage of an Xbox ddr dance pad is important to know as well. Metal pads are nearly 3' X 3' square, typically weigh 40lbs and can't be folded up and stored away. However, the soft/foams pads while at the same length and width only weight on average 8 to 10lbs. And these pads are easily stored between uses…if there is any downtime in playing the game.

There you have some of the main items to consider when purchasing your Xbox ddr dance pad. Pick the right one and you'll be a freestyling expert whos "dancing with the stars" in no time.