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{{CQuote|Tap into the rhythm, and experience a little slice of Rhythm Heaven in the palm of your hand. Over 50 rhythm games will get you tapping, flicking and sliding to the beat. Ever stomp your feet to the pulse of your favorite song? Does the groove just get you every time? Then go with the flow, and let the rhythm be your guide!|[https://web.archive.org/web/20090430112724/http://www.rhythmheaven.com/ Rhythm Heaven Official Site]}}{{Infobox game
{{Featured}}{{CQuote|Tap into the rhythm, and experience a little slice of Rhythm Heaven in the palm of your hand. Over 50 rhythm games will get you tapping, flicking and sliding to the beat. Ever stomp your feet to the pulse of your favorite song? Does the groove just get you every time? Then go with the flow, and let the rhythm be your guide!|[https://web.archive.org/web/20090430112724/http://www.rhythmheaven.com/ Rhythm Heaven Official Site]}}{{Infobox game
|release={{JP}} July 31, 2008<br>{{US}} April 5, 2009<br>{{EU}} May 1, 2009<br>{{PT}} May 29, 2009<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/pt-pt/Noticias/2009/Consegues-acompanhar-o-ritmo-260697.html Consegues acompanhar o ritmo? | 2009 | Notícias | Nintendo]</ref><br>{{AU}} June 4, 2009<ref>[https://archive.org/details/rhythm-heaven-ds-au Rhythm Heaven]</ref><br>{{KR}} September 24, 2009
|release={{JP}} July 31, 2008<ref>[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ds/ylzj/index.html リズム天国ゴールド]</ref><br>{{US}} April 5, 2009<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20090417023631/http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/-6CsyfkuOrHw6OOVnXaefOZ-cbDEEzyR Rhythm Heaven at Nintendo :: Games]</ref><br>{{EU}} May 1, 2009<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games/Nintendo-DS/Rhythm-Paradise-272750.html#Overview Rhythm Paradise | Nintendo DS | Games | Nintendo UK]</ref><br>{{PT}} May 29, 2009<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/pt-pt/Noticias/2009/Consegues-acompanhar-o-ritmo-260697.html Consegues acompanhar o ritmo? | 2009 | Notícias | Nintendo]</ref><br>{{AU}} June 4, 2009<ref>[https://archive.org/details/rhythm-heaven-ds-au Rhythm Heaven]</ref><br>{{KR}} September 24, 2009<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20120726001650/http://nintendo.co.kr/DS/soft/rhythm_world/main.php 리듬 세상]</ref>
|rating={{ratings|esrb=E|pegi=3}} [[Wikipedia:Pan European Game Information|PEGI]] {{PT}}: [[File:PEGI 4.svg|x16px|link=]] - 4 years and up {{ratings|cero=A|usk=0|acb=G|grac=All}}
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven''|リズム<ruby>天<rt>てん</rt></ruby><ruby>国<rt>ごく</rt></ruby>ゴールド|Rhythm Tengoku Gold}}, known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise''}} in Europe and {{Nihongo|''Rhythm World<ref name="KR">"Rhythm World" ~ Title shown on the DS menu if the language is set to anything except Korean.</ref>''|리듬 세상|Rhythm Sesang}} in Korea, is the second game in the ''[[Rhythm Heaven (series)|Rhythm Heaven]]'' series, released for the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo DS|Nintendo DS]] on July 31, 2008 in Japan, April 5, 2009 in North America, May 1, 2009 in Europe, June 4, 2009 in Australia and September 24, 2009 in South Korea. It was the first game to be released outside of Japan.
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven''|リズム<ruby>天国<rt>てんごく</rt></ruby>ゴールド|Rhythm Tengoku Gold|Rhythm Heaven Gold}}, known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise''}} in Europe and {{Nihongo|''Rhythm World<ref name="KR">"Rhythm World" ~ Title shown on the DS menu if the language is set to anything except Korean.</ref>''|리듬 세상|Rhythm Sesang}} in Korea, is the second game in the ''[[Rhythm Heaven (series)|Rhythm Heaven]]'' series, released for the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo DS|Nintendo DS]] on July 31, 2008 in Japan, April 5, 2009 in North America, May 1, 2009 in Europe, June 4, 2009 in Australia and September 24, 2009 in South Korea. It was the first game to be released outside of Japan.
==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{main-gallery|Gallery:Rhythm Heaven}}
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<gallery>
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Artwork DS Girl A.png|[[Girl]]
Artwork DS Girl A.png|[[Girl]]
Artwork DS Glee Club A.png|[[The Chorus Kids|Conductor]] and [[The Chorus Kids]] ([[Glee Club]])
Artwork DS Glee Club A.png|[[The Chorus Kids|Conductor]] and [[The Chorus Kids]] ([[Glee Club]])
Artwork DS Fan Club A.png|[[Pop Singer]] ([[Fan Club]])
Artwork DS Fan Club.png|[[Pop Singer]] ([[Fan Club]])
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven Demo Version''|リズム<ruby>天<rt>てん</rt></ruby><ruby>国<rt>ごく</rt></ruby>ゴールド体験版<ref>[https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm35627014 TAS リズム天国ゴールド店頭試遊ソフト - NicoVideo]</ref>|Rhythm Tengoku Gold Taikenban}}, also known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise Demo Version''}} in Europe, is a stripped down version of the game for demo purposes. One version of the demo was playable at kiosks, while the other version could be downloaded through the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo Channel|Nintendo Channel]]'s DS Download Service and through the [[niwanetwork:DS Download Station|DS Download Station]].
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven Demo Version''|リズム<ruby>天国<rt>てんごく</rt></ruby>ゴールド 体験版<ref>[https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm35627014 TAS リズム天国ゴールド店頭試遊ソフト - NicoVideo]</ref>|Rhythm Tengoku Gold Taikenban|Rhythm Heaven Gold Trial Version}}, also known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise Demo Version''}} in Europe, is a stripped down version of the game for demo purposes. One version of the demo was playable at kiosks, while the other version could be downloaded through the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo Channel|Nintendo Channel]]'s DS Download Service and through the [[niwanetwork:DS Download Station|DS Download Station]].
[[File:Screenshot DS Title Demo Kiosk US.png|thumb]]In the kiosk version, the game starts with a seizure warning screen, followed by the game's [[Title Screen]] (with "Demo Version" added to the logo), and starting the game goes directly to [[Practice Flicking]] (which can be skipped), after which the player goes to the Game Select, with only the first [[Rhythm Game]] available.
[[File:Screenshot DS Title Demo Kiosk US.png|thumb]]In the kiosk version, the game starts with a seizure warning screen, followed by the game's [[Title Screen]] (with "Demo Version" added to the logo), and starting the game goes directly to [[Practice Flicking]] (which can be skipped), after which the player goes to the Game Select, with only the first [[Rhythm Game]] available.
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Although the player can obtain [[Medal]]s in both versions, the [[Medal Corner]] is never unlocked.
Although the player can obtain [[Medal]]s in both versions, the [[Medal Corner]] is never unlocked.
In both versions, all epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "[[OK]]" jingle). It depicts the [[Girl]] next to the game's boxart. The text differs between the {{US}} and {{UK}} versions.
In both versions, all epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "[[OK]]" jingle). It depicts the [[Girl]] next to the game's boxart. The text differs between the {{US}} and {{UK}} versions, being "Thanks for playing Rhythm Heaven!" in {{US}} and "Thanks for playing the demo! Why not try the full version?" in {{UK}}.
<gallery>
<gallery>
Epilogue DS Demo US.png|"Thanks for playing Rhythm Heaven!"
Epilogue DS Demo US.png|"Thanks for playing Rhythm Heaven!"
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*There are certain [[Rhythm Games]] which do not end a [[Perfect]] run if the player goes only slightly off. They include [[Shoot-'em-up 2|Shoot-'Em-Up]], [[Frog Hop]], [[Lockstep]], as well as their arrange versions and their appearances in [[Remix]]es. These misses still impact the player's score outside of the [[Perfect Campaign]], however.
*The game was released in North America on the same day as the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo DSi|Nintendo DSi]] in the same region.
*The game was released in North America on the same day as the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo DSi|Nintendo DSi]] in the same region.
*The game's commercials in North America and other territories featured the pop singer [[wikipedia:Beyoncé|Beyoncé]]<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEYpflE1mJk Beyonce - Rhythm Heaven (Nintendo DSi) - Commercial - HD]</ref>.
*The game's commercials in North America and other territories featured pop star [[wikipedia:Beyoncé|Beyoncé]]<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEYpflE1mJk Beyonce - Rhythm Heaven (Nintendo DSi) - Commercial - HD]</ref>.
**In an interview, [[wikipedia:Beyoncé|Beyoncé]] described it as being a change of pace from wearing stilettos and uncomfortable corsets for her upcoming tour<ref>[https://gonintendo.com/archives/71777-beyonce-becomes-celebrity-frontwoman-for-rhythm-heaven-tv-commercial-says-she-likes GoNintendo: Beyonce becomes celebrity frontwoman for Rhythm Heaven TV commercial, says she likes 'all the Wii games']</ref>.
*''Rhythm Tengoku Gold'' assisted [[wikipedia:Kazumi Totaka|Kazumi Totaka]] with the development of [[wikipedia:Wii Music|Wii Music]]<ref>[https://iwataasks.nintendo.com/interviews/wii/wii_music/2/2/ Iwata Asks: Wii Music - The Secrets to Great Music Videos - Volume 3]</ref>.
*The English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian singers are uncredited in the [[Staff Credits]] for their languages. They are instead credited in ''[[Rhythm Tengoku Gold Kokunai-ban Kaigai-ban Zen Vocal-shu]]''.
*The English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian singers are uncredited in the [[Staff Credits]] for their languages. They are instead credited in ''[[Rhythm Tengoku Gold Kokunai-ban Kaigai-ban Zen Vocal-shu]]''.
**This is fixed in the ''Rhythm World'', where the Korean singers are properly credited with their names.
**This is repeated for the English singers in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]''. Though ''[[Rhythm Paradise Megamix]]'' adds most names that were missing, the English singers as well as Maria for [[Struck by the Rain]] and Valentina Mazzeo for [[Love Ooh Ooh Paradise]] are not included.
|id=Rhythm Heaven<ref>[https://archive.org/details/rh-hotgameindoguidebooklet Rhythm Heaven HotGame Indonesia Magazine Guide Booklet]</ref>
|ru=Rhythm Paradise<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20161019010742/http://www.nintendo.ru/-/Nintendo-3DS/Rhythm-Paradise-Megamix-1091313.html Rhythm Paradise Megamix | Игры для Nintendo 3DS]</ref>
|ru=Rhythm Paradise<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20161019010742/http://www.nintendo.ru/-/Nintendo-3DS/Rhythm-Paradise-Megamix-1091313.html Rhythm Paradise Megamix | Игры для Nintendo 3DS]</ref>
|kr=리듬 세상<br>Rhythm World<ref name="KR"/>
|rokr=Rideum Sesang
Rhythm World
|mnkr=Rhythm World<br>Rhythm World
|tw=節奏天國GOLD<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/tw/ds/ds_software.html Nintendo DS 遊戯軟體] (Nintendo DS game software)</ref>
|tw=節奏天國GOLD<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/tw/ds/ds_software.html Nintendo DS 遊戯軟體] (Nintendo DS game software)</ref>
|rotw=Jiézòu Tiānguó GOLD
|rotw=Jiézòu Tiānguó GOLD
|mntw=Rhythm Heaven GOLD
|mntw=Rhythm Heaven GOLD}}
|kr=리듬 세상<br>Rhythm World<ref name="KR"/>
|rokr=Rideum Sesang
Rhythm World
|mnkr=Rhythm World<br>Rhythm World}}
==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 23:13, 29 November 2025
"Tap into the rhythm, and experience a little slice of Rhythm Heaven in the palm of your hand. Over 50 rhythm games will get you tapping, flicking and sliding to the beat. Ever stomp your feet to the pulse of your favorite song? Does the groove just get you every time? Then go with the flow, and let the rhythm be your guide!"
— Rhythm Heaven Official Site
Rhythm Heaven (リズム天国ゴールド?, Rhythm Tengoku Gold; lit. 'Rhythm Heaven Gold'), known as Rhythm Paradise in Europe and Rhythm World[7] (리듬 세상?, Rhythm Sesang) in Korea, is the second game in the Rhythm Heaven series, released for the Nintendo DS on July 31, 2008 in Japan, April 5, 2009 in North America, May 1, 2009 in Europe, June 4, 2009 in Australia and September 24, 2009 in South Korea. It was the first game to be released outside of Japan.
The game is meant to be played by holding the Nintendo DS sideways. Left-handers have an option to change the position of the visual gameplay to allow easier playing. The game primarily uses the Touch Screen. The controls, just like every other game in the series, are very basic. There are four main mechanics used, both for all of the Rhythm Games available to play and just getting around the game itself. These controls are tapping, holding, sliding and flicking, in addition to the button that is used in Rockers 2 ( in Lefty mode). The START button is used to pause during a Rhythm Game.
Rhythm Heaven Demo Version (リズム天国ゴールド 体験版[8]?, Rhythm Tengoku Gold Taikenban; lit. 'Rhythm Heaven Gold Trial Version'), also known as Rhythm Paradise Demo Version in Europe, is a stripped down version of the game for demo purposes. One version of the demo was playable at kiosks, while the other version could be downloaded through the Nintendo Channel's DS Download Service and through the DS Download Station.
In the kiosk version, the game starts with a seizure warning screen, followed by the game's Title Screen (with "Demo Version" added to the logo), and starting the game goes directly to Practice Flicking (which can be skipped), after which the player goes to the Game Select, with only the first Rhythm Game available.
Curiously, clearing Built to Scale unlocks both Glee Club and Fillbots at once, after which both must be cleared to unlock Fan Club. The Game Select also has a padlock for Remix 1, which is inaccessible.
When starting up the DS Download version, the game asks the player if they are "Left or Right?"-handed. After the choice is made, the player meets The Bandleader who first thanks the player for downloading the demo, after which they are taken to Practice Flicking (which can be skipped), and then they are taken directly to the first Rhythm Game. After each game, The Bandleader shows up to comment on the rating. If the player got OK or higher, they move on to the next game, without the Game Select.
After completing all the Rhythm Games, The Bandleader shows up to say that this is all the demo includes, and it returns to the "Left or Right?" question.
Although the player can obtain Medals in both versions, the Medal Corner is never unlocked.
In both versions, all epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "OK" jingle). It depicts the Girl next to the game's boxart. The text differs between the and versions, being "Thanks for playing Rhythm Heaven!" in and "Thanks for playing the demo! Why not try the full version?" in .
"Thanks for playing Rhythm Heaven!"
"Thanks for playing the demo! Why not try the full version?"
Reception
Rhythm Heaven received fairly positive reviews. Official Nintendo Magazine gave the game 82% for its "hilarious games" and "superb soundtrack" but marred it for its length[9]. Jeremy Parish of 1UP.com gave this game a B+ as a "must-play experience" but felt forced to make use of the touch screen[10]. Craig Harris of IGN gave the game an "Amazing" rating of 9.0 for being "off-the-wall" and "incredibly fun and addictive" but criticized the "awful lyrics" in songs[11]. This game is known to be favorable on Metacritic, with an average score of 84[12].
The game sold 211,958 copies within it's first week in Japan[13]. By the end of 2008, it was the 6th best selling game in the country with around 1,350,671 copies sold[14]. As of December 2014, it has sold 3,040,000 copies worldwide[15].
Trivia
The game was released in North America on the same day as the Nintendo DSi in the same region.
The game's commercials in North America and other territories featured pop star Beyoncé[16].
In an interview, Beyoncé described it as being a change of pace from wearing stilettos and uncomfortable corsets for her upcoming tour[17].
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The Cutting Room Floor has an article on Rhythm Heaven.
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