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{{Featured}}{{CQuote|Rhythmic gaming bliss, goats eating turnips, and the funkiest tunes you've ever bashed a button to? This must be the Rhythm Heaven™ Megamix. With 70+ rhythm games, including new ones, remixed fan-favorites, and US debuts, this fresh mix has it all. Try to reach Heaven World as you stab viruses, feed a bear, and more! Just don't miss a beat.|[[niwanetwork:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]] description (excerpt)}}
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|name=''Rhythm Heaven Megamix''
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|release={{JP}} June 11, 2015<br/>{{US}} June 16, 2016{{tt|*|Download Only}}<br/>{{EU}} October 21, 2016<br />{{AU}} October 22, 2016<br/>{{KR}} December 1, 2016
|release={{JP}} June 11, 2015<br/>{{US}} June 16, 2016{{tt|*|Download Only}}<br/>{{EU}} October 21, 2016<br/>{{AU}} October 22, 2016<br/>{{KR}} December 1, 2016
|rating={{ratings|esrb=e|cero=A|pegi=7|usk=0}}
|rating={{ratings|esrb=e|cero=A|pegi=7|usk=0}}
|mode=One Player, Two Player
|mode=One Player, Simultaneous Multiplayer
|games=108
|games=108
|previous=''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]''
|previous=''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]''
|next=N/A}}
|next=N/A}}
{{Nihongo|'''Rhythm Heaven Megamix'''|リズム天国 ザ・ベストプラス|Rhythm Tengoku The Best Plus}}, also known as '''Rhythm Paradise Megamix''' in Europe, and {{Nihongo|'''Rhythm World The Best Plus'''|리듬 세상 더 베스트 플러스|Lideum Sesang Deo Beseuteu Peulleoseu}} in Korea, is the 4th game in the [[Rhythm Heaven Series]]. It was released on June 11th, 2015 in Japan; June 16th, 2016 in the west during the E3 announcement; October 21st, 2016 in Europe; October 22nd, 2016 in Australia; and on December 1st, 2016 in South Korea.
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven Megamix''|リズム<ruby>天<rt>てん</rt></ruby><ruby>国<rt>ごく</rt></ruby> ザ・ベスト<ruby>＋<rt>プラス</rt></ruby>|Rhythm Tengoku: The Best+}}, also known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise Megamix''}} in Europe, and {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Sesang: The Best+''|리듬 세상 더 베스트<ruby>＋<rt>플러스</rt></ruby>|Rhythm World: The Best+}} in Korea, is the fourth game in the ''[[Rhythm Heaven Series]]'', released for the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo 3DS|Nintendo 3DS]] on June 11th, 2015 in Japan, June 16th, 2016 in North America, October 21st, 2016 in Europe, October 22nd, 2016 in Australia, and December 1st, 2016 in South Korea.
This game includes 63 [[Rhythm Games]] from the previous three Rhythm Heaven games (18 of previous ones are located at the shop), 19 new ones, 12 "short" ones, 4 [[Endless Games]], and 10 [[Remix|Remixes]], making for a total of 108 games in all.
This game includes 63 [[Rhythm Games]] from the previous three ''[[Rhythm Heaven (series)|Rhythm Heaven]]'' games (18 of which are unlocked through the [[Shop]]), 19 new ones, 12 shortened versions of previous games, 4 [[Endless Games]] (one from each previous title and one new), and 10 new [[Remix]]es, making for a total of 108 games in all.
==Main Game==
{{Spoiler}}In the single player mode of the game, the player helps a character named [[Tibby]] get back to [[Rhythm Heaven (location)|Heaven World]] {{Nihongo|天の国|''Ten no Kuni'', a pun on 天国 ''tengoku''}} (mispelled as "Hevven World" by Tibby) by completing various rhythm games and restoring the flow. On his way, he meets various characters, such as [[Boondog]], [[Dieter]], [[Shep]], [[Donna]], [[Hairold]], [[Eglantine]], [[Trey]], [[Bertram]], [[Betty]], & [[Philip]], who guide him through their various lands; as well as the [[Gatekeeper Trio]], which consists of [[Saffron]], [[Saltwater]], and [[Paprika]].
Notably, the North American version was only available as a digital download on the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]] while other regions also received physical releases. As the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]] closed on March 27, 2023, the North American version can no longer be purchased.
==Challenge Land==
==[[Rhythm Games]]==
[[Challenge Land]] is a new feature in Megamix. It becomes playable once the player clears the Lush Tower. It also allows up to 4 players, either through Local Multiplayer or Download Play. When clearing the course for the first time, [[Flow Ball]]s are rewarded to players to spend it at [[Café]]. Those playing through Download Play cannot receive rewards, and are instead encouraged to purchase the full game.
{{Spoiler}}During the story of the game, the player helps a character named [[Tibby]] get back to [[Heaven World]] by completing various [[Rhythm Games]] and restoring the flow. On their way, they meet various characters who guide them through their various lands; as well as the [[Gatekeeper Trio]] who block their path. Throughout the game, [[Rupert]] pops in and out to inform the player of any events, such as something new being unlocked, or when a [[Perfect Campaign]] is going on.
==Perfect Campaign==
[[Perfect|Perfect Campaign]] returns in Rhythm Heaven Megamix and up to 3 attempts are allowed before receiving the perfect. However, unlike from previous games in the series, some minor changes were made. Needing to navigate to the [[Rhythm Game]] where the Campaign is no longer necessary, as it can be accessed directly through the booth at Challenge Land. If the player missed during the attempt, the game ends with the message "You Missed..." instead of continuing like a normal game. After a "perfect" is obtained, the player no longer receives music or [[Reading Material]]; instead, each Perfect Campaign awards one [[Flow Ball]], which can used to purchase [[Rhythm Item]]s, Music, or [[Rhythm Games]] at the [[Shop]].
The majority of [[Rhythm Games]] appear over the course of the story, where they are grouped into stages of four; one from ''[[Rhythm Tengoku]]'', one from ''[[Rhythm Heaven]]'', one from ''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]'', and one new for ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]''. All towers have a [[Remix]] at the end as well.
==List of Rhythm Games==
The majority of games appear over the course of the story, where they are grouped into Stages of four; one from ''Rhythm Tengoku'', one from ''Rhythm Heaven'', one from ''Rhythm Heaven Fever'', and one new. All towers have a [[Remix]] at the end as well.
The games in Honeybee Land, Machine Land, Citrus Land and Barbershop Land are shorter variants of the original games with new music and visuals. They take the original name and description of the games, while the actual original games are given new names, which in English often coincide with the Arrange games in previous installments.
The games in [[Honeybee Land]], [[Machine Land]], [[Citrus Land]] and [[Barbershop Land]] are short versions of the original games with new music and visuals. They take the original name and description of the games, while the long versions, being the actual original games, are given new names, which in English often coincide with the arrange versions in previous installments.
At the beginning of the game, [[Tibby]] accidentally falls off [[Heaven World]]. A mysterious individual (the player) finds him, and agrees to help him return to [[Heaven World]]. The two see a [[Lush Tower|Green Tower]] in the distance, and decide to go to it. They pass through various lands, helping various people with their troubles by clearing [[Rhythm Games]] along the way in order to progress.
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====[[Honeybee Land]]====
|[[Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]]
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|[[Fillbots]]
Artwork 3DS Karate Man.png|[[Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]]
Once [[Tibby]] and the player finally reach [[Lush Woods]], where the [[Lush Tower]] can be found, they meet [[Trey]]. He has been guarding the tower for a long time, and agrees to help [[Tibby]] reach [[Heaven World]] by having him and the player climb the tower, clearing [[Rhythm Games]] in order to restore the flow to the tower, and thus activate its power.
After [[Tibby]] and the player clear [[Lush Tower]], [[Tibby]] tries to use its power to return to [[Heaven World]], but it is not enough. [[Trey]] informs him that they need a rainbow of power for that, after which the six towers appear. [[Tibby]] and the player are allowed to tackle them in any order they wish. The short versions from the lands return as "powered-up" [[Rhythm Games]], which are the original versions, but renamed to avoid confusion. Many of their names and descriptions now coincide with their arrange versions, however.
|[[Sneaky Spirits]]
=====[[Honeybee Tower]]=====
|[[Rhythm Rally]]
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|[[Flipper-Flop]]
Artwork 3DS Karate Man Returns!.png|[[Karate Man Returns!]]
After the Lush Tower is cleared, the credits roll and Tibby attempts to return to Heaven World, only to crash back down. Some "powered-up" [[Rhythm Games]] also become available. The games in Honeybee Tower, Machine Tower, Citrus Tower and Barbershop Tower are actually the original games, but were renamed as the short variants in the respective lands take on the original name.
After the six towers of [[Lush Woods]] are cleared, they focus their power into [[Lush Tower]] to create a rainbow, which allows [[Tibby]] to return to [[Heaven World]]. The story appears to be finished, however, [[Tibby]] sends a letter to the player saying there's trouble in [[Heaven World]], asking for their help.
| [[Karate Man Returns!]]
===[[Heaven World]]===
| [[Fillbots 2]]
The player, using the letter to climb up the rainbow, reaches [[Heaven World]]. [[Tibby]] explains that he doesn't know what's happened, but trusts that with the player's help, they can fix it. They pass through a few lands, helping [[Tibby]]'s friends by clearing [[Rhythm Games]] along the way in order to progress. During this, they learn of a strange sound that was heard coming from [[Tibby]]'s house, and dark clouds covered the sky. This lead to the inhabitants feeling depressed, not knowing who could've done this.
After clearing all of the lands along the way, the duo finally reach [[Mamarin Palace]], which is also [[Tibby's Mom]]. Here they meet [[Colin]], who has been looking for [[Tibby]] to inform him that [[Tibby's Mom]] is in trouble. He asks the duo to climb up to the top of the palace to ask her face-to-face what's happened. To open the door however, they need to climb up the two towers next to the palace, clearing the [[Rhythm Games]] in them to restore the flow, and thus unlock the door to the palace proper.
After the six towers of Lush Woods are cleared, the true credits roll and [[Tibby]] makes it back to Heaven World, but something is wrong when he arrives. Even more [[Rhythm Games]] get unlocked.
The [[Rhythm Games]] in this section are the arrange versions. In some cases, these end up being the ''third'' version of some games, having a completely new name and description. Notably, [[Karate Man Senior]] is not an arrangement of any existing game, but is present here nonetheless.
[[Saffron]]'s Shop allows the player to purchase [[Rhythm Item]]s, Music and [[Rhythm Games]]. All games in the Shop are returning from previous games in the series. Some of them can be played on the [[Challenge Train]] even before they are bought.
=====[[Left-Hand Tower]]=====
===List of Shop Games===
<gallery position="center" spacing="small">
====Shop No. 1====
Artwork 3DS The Snappy Trio.png|[[The Snappy Trio]]
Artwork 3DS Working Dough 2.png|[[Working Dough 2]]
|[[File:Big_Rock_Finish_title_3DS.PNG|231px]]
Artwork 3DS Karate Man Senior.png|[[Karate Man Senior]]
|[[File:Karate_Man_Kick.PNG|231px]]
Artwork 3DS Final Remix.png|[[Final Remix]]
|}
</gallery>
====Shop No. 3====
After clearing the [[Rhythm Games]] within [[Tibby's Mom]] and climbing to the top, [[Tibby]] tries talking to her. Although she doesn't respond, [[Tibby]] explains to her what has happened along his way back, meeting a lot of people, and learning that everyone else has troubles like him. He says he has decided to live as one who helps others, but still gets no response from his mother. She then exhales, revealing she was actually holding her breath to cure her hiccups the whole time, which is what caused the spooky voice and gloomy skies in [[Heaven World]].
[[Saffron]]'s [[Shop]] (available after [[The First Gate]]) allows the player to purchase [[Rhythm Item]]s, [[Play Music|Music]] and [[Rhythm Games]]. All games in the [[Shop]] are returning from previous games in the series, though they can only be played in the [[Museum]]. Versions of them can be played on the [[Challenge Train]] even before they are bought.
Artwork 3DS Karate Man Combos!.png|[[Karate Man Combos!]]
|[[Karate Man Combos!]]
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|[[File:Packing_Pests_3DS.PNG|231px]]
|[[File:Monkey_Watch_3DS.PNG|231px]]
|[[File:Karate_Man_Combo.PNG|231px]]
|}
==Café==
==Café==
In the [[café|Café]], the player can access (from left to right) the [[StreetPass Terrace]], the [[Stable]], the [[Barista]] and other characters, the [[Shop]],[[Museum]],[[Badges]],[[Memories]], and [[Mascots]].
In the [[Café]], the player can access (from left to right) [[StreetPass Terrace]], the [[Stable]], talking to the [[Barista]] and other characters, the [[Shop]], [[Museum]], [[Badges]], [[Memories]], and [[Mascots]]. Each option is unlocked after certain points in the game. Notably, the [[Barista]] no longer helps the player skip games they are having trouble with; instead, [[Rupert]] shows up when it's time for that, and charges a fee to skip the game.
The first two options are unlocked after clearing Lush Tower. The last three are available by talking to the [[Saltwater|Museum Curator]].
==Endless Games==
==Endless Games==
Endless Games return in Megamix, which includes one game from each installment, and a new one of its own. They are unlocked by completing all three Trials set by the [[Gatekeeper Trio]] on that game's Gate, after which the endless version will be available in the [[Museum]].
[[Endless Games]] return in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]'', including one game from each installment, and a new one of its own. They are unlocked by completing all three Trials set by the [[Gatekeeper Trio]] on that game's Gate, after which the endless game will be available in the [[Museum]].
==StreetPass Terrace==
==Challenge Land==
Whenever the player gets tagged by another player, the Cafe icon will display the [[Barista]]. For each player, the game displays their Mii, Flow, and Favorite [[Rhythm Game]]. Each player can be battled in [[Figure Fighter VS]]. This mode also has each character from the story to fight for those who can't use StreetPass.
[[Challenge Land]] is a new feature in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]'' which allows up to 4 players to ride the [[Challenge Train]] though various courses consisting of [[Rhythm Games]] with altered rules. The [[Perfect Campaign]] returns, appearing in this section. If the player misses during an attempt, the game ends with the message "You Missed..." rather than continuing like a normal game. After a [[Perfect]] is obtained, the player does not receive a [[Gift]]. Instead, each campaign awards one [[Flow Ball]], which can used to purchase [[Rhythm Games]] at the [[Shop]]. The [[Rhythm Item]]s and [[Play Music|Music]] also purchasable in the [[Shop]] serve the same purpose as the [[Gift]]s in previous games.
==Missing Games==
==Missing Games==
While most [[Rhythm Games|games]] returned in Megamix, 24 didn't make the cut. The following are the games from past installments of ''Rhythm Heaven'' that did not return for ''Rhythm Heaven Megamix''. (Arrange games whose normal variant is in ''Rhythm Heaven Megamix'' are written in '''bold'''. Remixes, Endless Games, [[File:TempoUpExtra1.png|72px]] Games, and Two-Player Games aren't listed.) Many of these Arrange games have new patterns or new cues, which also exist in ''Rhythm Heaven Megamix'', but are never used. It is debatable how many of these were actually intended to appear in the game or were simply leftover data from the porting process.
While most [[Rhythm Games|games]] returned in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]'', 24 didn't make the cut. The following are the games from past installments of ''[[Rhythm Heaven (series)|Rhythm Heaven]]'' that did not return for ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]''. (Arrange versions whose long version is in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]'' are highlighted in {{Nihongo|this font}}. [[Remix]]es, [[Endless Games]], [[File:TempoUpExtra1.png|72px]] Games, and [[Two-Player Menu|Two-Player Games]] aren't listed.) Many of the Arrange versions have new patterns or new cues, which also exist in ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]'', but are never used. It is debatable how many of these were actually intended to appear in the game or were simply leftover data from the porting process.
|From ''[[Rhythm Tengoku]]''<br>[[File:Game GBA 2-2.png|20px|link=Iai Giri]] [[Iai Giri]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 2-4.png|20px|link=Sick Beats|Baikin Hakase]] [[Sick Beats|Baikin Hakase]]{{tt|*|While the Endless Game version is present in ''Megamix'', the original is not.}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 2-5.png|20px|link=The☆Bon Odori]] [[The☆Bon Odori]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 3-1.png|20px|link=|Mahō Tsukai]] [[Mahō Tsukai]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 3-2.png|20px|link=Showtime]] [[Showtime]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 3-4.png|20px|link=Tram to Poline]] [[Tram to Poline]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 4-4.png|20px|link=Polyrhythm]] [[Polyrhythm]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 4-5.png|20px|link=Rap Men]] [[Rap Men]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 5-3.png|20px|link=Toss Boys]] [[Toss Boys]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 5-4.png|20px|link=Hanabi]] [[Hanabi]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 6-2.png|20px|link=Bon Dance]] [[Bon Dance]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 6-4.png|20px|link=Rap Women]] [[Rap Women]]
*[[File:Tram and Pauline_icon.png|20px|link=Tram to Poline]] [[Tram to Poline]]
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
*[[File:Built to Scale_icon.png|20px|link=Polyrhythm]] [[Polyrhythm]]
|[[File:Game GBA 7-1.png|20px|link=Karateka 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Karateka 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 7-2.png|20px|link=Rhythm Datsumo 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Rhythm Datsumo 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 7-3.png|20px|link=Ninja no Shison]] {{Nihongo|[[Ninja no Shison]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 7-4.png|20px|link=Night Walk 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Night Walk 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 7-5.png|20px|link=Marcher 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Marcher 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 8-1.png|20px|link=Hopping Road 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Hopping Road 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 8-2.png|20px|link=Toss Boys 2]] [[Toss Boys 2]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 8-3.png|20px|link=Polyrhythm 2]] [[Polyrhythm 2]]<br>[[File:Game GBA 8-4.png|20px|link=Air Batter 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Air Batter 2]]}}<br>[[File:Game GBA 8-5.png|20px|link=Shiroi Obake 2]] {{Nihongo|[[Shiroi Obake 2]]}}
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20230327002443/https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/rhythm-heaven-megamix-3ds/ Rhythm Heaven Megamix for Nintendo 3DS - Nintendo Game Details] [Archive]
*[[File:Toss Boys 2_icon.png|20px|link=Toss Boys 2]] [[Toss Boys 2]]
*[https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-3DS-games/Rhythm-Paradise-Megamix-1091313.html Rhythm Paradise Megamix | Nintendo 3DSs | Games | Nintendo]
*[[File:Built to Scale 2_icon.png|20px|link=Polyrhythm 2]] [[Polyrhythm 2]]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20230329165518/https://www.nintendo.co.kr/3DS/software/rwtbp/index.html 리듬 세상 더 베스트 플러스] (Rhythm Sesang: The Best+) [Archive]
[[File:Screenshot 3DS Title Demo.png|thumb]]{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Heaven Megamix Demo''|リズム<ruby>天<rt>てん</rt></ruby><ruby>国<rt>ごく</rt></ruby> ザ・ベスト<ruby>＋<rt>プラス</rt></ruby> 体験版|Rhythm Tengoku: The Best Plus Taikenban}}, also known as {{Nihongo|''Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo''}} in Europe, and {{Nihongo|''리듬 세상 더 베스트<ruby>＋<rt>플러스</rt></ruby> 체험판''|Lideum Sesang Deo Beseuteu Peulleoseu Cheheompan|Rhythm World The Best Plus Trial Version}} in Korea, was released on June 15th, 2016 in North America and September 2nd, 2016 in Europe and Australia, along with the full release of ''[[Rhythm Heaven Megamix]]''. It includes limited versions of the [[Rhythm Games]] and [[Challenge Land#Demo|Challenge Land]] from the full version.
*[[File:Karate Man 2 Wii_icon.png|32px|link=Karate Man 2 (Wii)|Karate Man 2]] '''[[Karate Man 2 (Wii)|Karate Man Combos! 2]]'''
Several [[List of Scrapped Rhythm Games#Rhythm Heaven Megamix|scrapped new games]] can also be found.
==Rhythm Heaven Megamix Demo==
[[File:RHMdemo.png|thumb]]The {{Nihongo|'''Rhythm Heaven Megamix Demo'''|リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋ 体験版|Rhythm Tengoku: The Best+ Taikenhan}}, also known as the '''Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo''' in Europe, and {{Nihongo|'''Rhythm World The Best Plus Trial Version'''|리듬 세상 더 베스트 플러스 체험판|Lideum Sesang Deo Beseuteu Peulleoseu Cheheompan}} in Korea, was released on June 15th, 2016 in North America and September 2nd, 2016 in Europe & Australia, along with the full release of ''Rhythm Heaven Megamix''. It includes limited versions of the [[Rhythm Games]] and [[Challenge Land#Demo|Challenge Land]] from the full version.
When choosing "Try [[Rhythm Games]]!" the player goes directly to the [[Introduction]] (which can be skipped), after which they meet [[Tibby]], who rapid-fires through several games, and comments after each one. If the player gets [[OK]] or higher, they move on to the next game.
When choosing "Try [[Rhythm Games]]!", the player goes directly to the [[Introduction]] (which can be skipped), after which they meet [[Tibby]], who rapid-fires through several games, and comments after each one. If the player gets an [[OK]] or higher, they move on to the next game.
*[[File:Vegeta-Pull Story icon.png|44px]] [[Rhythm Tweezers]]
All epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "OK" jingle). It depicts [[Tibby]] calling out to the player. The text differs between the {{US}} and {{UK}} versions.
All epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "OK" jingle). It depicts [[Tibby]] calling out to the player. The text differs between the {{US}} and {{UK}} versions.
{{Epilogue
{{Epilogue
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|OK alt=I hope you had fun!
|OK alt=I hope you had fun!
|HI alt=I hope you had fun!}}
|HI alt=I hope you had fun!}}
Although the player is shown to get [[Coins]] after clearing a [[Rhythm Game]], the counter gets reset after each game.
Although the player is shown to get [[Coins]] after clearing a [[Rhythm Game]], the counter gets reset after each game.
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The "[[Challenge Land#Demo|Challenge Land (Multiplayer)]]" mode contains three courses not found in the full version; however, it is not playable solo. There are also two Rhythm Games exclusive to this mode.
The "[[Challenge Land#Demo|Challenge Land (Multiplayer)]]" mode contains three courses not found in the full version; however, it is not playable solo. There are also two Rhythm Games exclusive to this mode.
*[[File:Karate Man Story icon.png|44px]] [[Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]] (Trial Course 1)
*[[File:Game 3DS rvlKarate 0.png|44px|link=Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]] [[Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]] ([[Trial Course 1]])
[[File:Logo 3DS Rhythm Tengoku The Uta Matsuri+.svg|thumb]]
|jp=リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋ 体験版
{{Nihongo|''Rhythm Tengoku: The Uta Matsuri+''|リズム<ruby>天<rt>てん</rt></ruby><ruby>国<rt>ごく</rt></ruby> ザ・歌祭り<ruby>＋<rt>プラス</rt></ruby>|Rhythm Heaven: The Song Festival+}} was a promotional concert for the game held at AKIHABARA Backstage pass in Japan and streamed live on nicovideo on June 26th, 2015. It was hosted by Araken<ref>[https://live.nicovideo.jp/watch/lv224499605 梅雨をふっとばせ！ リズム天国 ザ・歌祭り＋] (Blow away the rainy season! Rhythm Heaven: The Song Festival+)<br>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7OkPdPTvDk <nowiki>[Concert] Rhythm Heaven: The Song Festival Plus</nowiki>]</ref>.
|rojp=Rizumu Tengoku: Za・Besuto Purasu Taikenhan
|mnjp=Rhythm Heaven: The Best+ Trial Version
The songs performed during this concert were [[Thrilling! Is this love?]] by [[generasia:Hario_Arisa|Ari~sa]], [[Tonight]] by [[generasia:Ogawa Mana|Mana Ogawa]], [[Tokimeki no Story]] by Tokimekist (Mai-chan, Yurinko), [[Love Ooh Ooh Paradise]] by [[generasia:Ciao Bella Cinquetti|THE POSSIBLE]], [[Classmate]] by Pajama Musume Club (Karen, Moeazu) and finally [[Thrilling! Is this love?]] ([[Fan Club 2|New Arrange Version]]), once again by [[generasia:Hario_Arisa|Ari~sa]] with backing from all of the other singers.
|us=Rhythm Heaven Megamix Demo
|uk=Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo
The concert is notable for being the only time that the full versions of [[Tokimeki no Story]] and [[Classmate]] have been heard.
|fr=Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo
|du=Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo
|es=Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo
|it=Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo
|kr=리듬 세상 더 베스트 플러스 체험판
|rokr=Lideum Sesang Deo Beseuteu Peulleoseu Cheheompan
|mnkr=Rhythm World The Best Plus Trial Version}}
==Reception==
==Reception==
The game received favourable reviews from Famitsu reviewers. It has received a review of 34/40 on Famitsu and is known to be favorable on MetaCritic with an average score of 83.
The game received favourable reviews from ''[[wikipedia:Famitsu|Famitsu]]'' reviewers, where it received a score of 34/40<ref>[http://nintendoeverything.com/rhythm-heaven-the-best-plus-gets-first-review-in-famitsu/ Rhythm Heaven: The Best Plus gets first review in Famitsu]</ref> and is known to be favorable on ''[[wikipedia:Metacritic|Metacritic]]'' with an average score of 83<ref>[https://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/rhythm-heaven-megamix Rhythm Heaven Megamix for 3DS Reviews - Metacritic]</ref>. This game debuted at No. 1 in Japanese charts maintained by [[wikipedia:Media Create|Media Create]]<ref>[http://www.inside-games.jp/article/2015/06/18/88620.html 【週間売上ランキング】首位『リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋』15.8万本、『ドラゴンボールZ 超究極武闘伝』7.4万本で2位(6/8～6/14)] ([Weekly Sales Ranking] 1st place "Rhythm Tengoku: The Best+" with 158,000 sales, "Dragon Ball Z Super Ultimate Butoden" 2nd place with 74,000 sales (6/8-6/14))</ref>. According to a report, this game sold over 500,000 copies in Japan by the end of 2015<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20190504221303/http://www.gamnesia.com/news/nintendo-sold-more-games-in-japan-than-any-other-japanese-publisher-in-2015 Nintendo Sold More Games in Japan than Any Other Japanese Publisher in 2015]</ref>. As of February 2016, the total sales in Japan reached 650,000 copies<ref>[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/kids/160224/rhythm/index.html ニンテンドーキッズスペース | 『リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋(3DS)』開発スタッフが描く!スペシャルコミック 38記念日｜任天堂] (Nintendo Kids Space | "Rhythm Tengoku: The Best+ (3DS)" Drawn by Development Staff! Special Comic 38 Anniversary | Nintendo)</ref>.
===Sales===
This game debuted at No. 1 in Japanese charts maintained by Media Create. According to a report, this game sold over 500,000 copies in Japan by the end of 2015. <ref>http://www.gamnesia.com/news/nintendo-sold-more-games-in-japan-than-any-other-japanese-publisher-in-2015</ref>. As of February 2016, the total sales in Japan reached 650,000 copies.
==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*This is the first game in the series to not be fully available physically, as the North American version is only available for download on the [[wikipedia:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]] and never received a physical cartridge or box. All other regional variants of the game have physical cartridges and boxes.
*This is the only ''[[Rhythm Heaven (series)|Rhythm Heaven]]'' game to:
*This game currently holds the record for the most [[Rhythm Games]] total, with 104 games (not counting the [[Endless Games]]).
**Not be available physically in every region, as the North American version was only released as a digital download on the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]], while all other regions also received a physical release.
**However, only 31 of them are original, if short versions were count as "new".
**No longer be available for purchase in North America, as the [[niwanetwork:Nintendo eShop|Nintendo eShop]] was the only place to purchase this version prior to its closing in March of 2023.
*This is the second time where [[Karate Man (3DS)|Karate Man]] is the first [[Rhythm Game]], after ''[[Rhythm Tengoku]]''.
**Have more than 50 [[Rhythm Games]], totalling 104.
*The [[Rhythm Games]] at each land and tower are lined up by their game appearance, from oldest to newest (for example, in the Lush Tower; First is [[Spaceball]] from ''[[Rhythm Tengoku]]'', then ''[[Dog Ninja]]'' from ''[[Rhythm Heaven]]'', then ''[[Hole in One]]'' from ''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]'' and finally the new one - ''[[Sumo Brothers]]'')
**Have games with up to three [[Rhythm Games#Versions|versions]], due to introducing "short" games.
*This the first game where games have up to three versions.
**Have no new Prologue jingles, aside from remixed ones from previous games and for [[Remix]]es.
*This is the first game where no new Prologue jingles were made, aside from remixed ones from previous games and for [[Remix]]es.
*This is the second time where [[Karate Man]] is the first [[Rhythm Game]], after ''[[Rhythm Tengoku]]''. It also features three [[Karate Man]] games as the end of a stage, like in ''[[Rhythm Heaven]]'' and ''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]''.
*During the Memory "To Heaven World", the following things and characters from various games can be seen.
*While using Simple Tap mode, a similar character to the one in ''[[Rhythm Heaven]]'' appears on the Touch Screen.
**The tree from [[Lush Remix]].
*The announcer in English is voiced by [http://www.mariannadefazio.com Marianna DeFazio], reused from ''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]''.
**The [[Huebirds of Happiness]] from [[Flock Step]].
*There are two [[Wario...Where?|Challenge Train]] courses where many characters are replaced with [[WarioWare]] characters.
**The Skill Star you can collect in every game.
**The planet from [[Remix 7 (Wii)|Remix 7]] of [[Rhythm Heaven Fever]].
**The [[Rhythm Rockets]] from [[Launch Party]].
**The [[Space Umpire]] From [[Spaceball]].
**The huge machine from [[Working Dough]]. It also shines the color of the forest.
**[[Play-Yan]] and [[Stars|the star]] from [[Night Walk]].
**The rice ball from [[Spaceball]].
**All the colors for each Remix.
**The [[Rabbit]]s from [[Bunny Hop]].
**The outline for the star in Star Land.
*While using Simple Tap mode, a similar character to the one in ''[[Rhythm Heaven]]'' appears on the touch screen.
*The announcer is voiced by [http://www.mariannadefazio.com Marianna DeFazio], returning from ''[[Rhythm Heaven Fever]]''.
*There are two [[Challenge Train]] courses, where many characters are replaced with [[mariowiki:WarioWare|WarioWare]] characters. Both series are created by the same developers.
**[[Ashley]] also makes a cameo in the [[Café]] as a doll.
**[[Ashley]] also makes a cameo in the [[Café]] as a doll.
*After getting all of the [[Badges]], a button with an alien-like creature on it appears. Tapping shows a picture of some of the staff.<ref>https://youtu.be/0CLIEf0yfc4</ref>
==Development History==
==Trailers==
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Rhythm Heaven Megamix - Official Game Trailer - Nintendo E3 2016
Rhythm Heaven Megamix - Demonstration - Nintendo E3 2016
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Latest revision as of 19:29, 12 November 2024
"Rhythmic gaming bliss, goats eating turnips, and the funkiest tunes you've ever bashed a button to? This must be the Rhythm Heaven™ Megamix. With 70+ rhythm games, including new ones, remixed fan-favorites, and US debuts, this fresh mix has it all. Try to reach Heaven World as you stab viruses, feed a bear, and more! Just don't miss a beat."
— Nintendo eShop description (excerpt)
Rhythm Heaven Megamix (リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋?, Rhythm Tengoku: The Best+), also known as Rhythm Paradise Megamix in Europe, and Rhythm Sesang: The Best+ (리듬 세상 더 베스트＋?, Rhythm World: The Best+) in Korea, is the fourth game in the Rhythm Heaven Series, released for the Nintendo 3DS on June 11th, 2015 in Japan, June 16th, 2016 in North America, October 21st, 2016 in Europe, October 22nd, 2016 in Australia, and December 1st, 2016 in South Korea.
This game includes 63 Rhythm Games from the previous three Rhythm Heaven games (18 of which are unlocked through the Shop), 19 new ones, 12 shortened versions of previous games, 4 Endless Games (one from each previous title and one new), and 10 new Remixes, making for a total of 108 games in all.
Notably, the North American version was only available as a digital download on the Nintendo eShop while other regions also received physical releases. As the Nintendo eShop closed on March 27, 2023, the North American version can no longer be purchased.
This page may contain spoilers! Read at your own risk.
During the story of the game, the player helps a character named Tibby get back to Heaven World by completing various Rhythm Games and restoring the flow. On their way, they meet various characters who guide them through their various lands; as well as the Gatekeeper Trio who block their path. Throughout the game, Rupert pops in and out to inform the player of any events, such as something new being unlocked, or when a Perfect Campaign is going on.
The games in Honeybee Land, Machine Land, Citrus Land and Barbershop Land are short versions of the original games with new music and visuals. They take the original name and description of the games, while the long versions, being the actual original games, are given new names, which in English often coincide with the arrange versions in previous installments.
At the beginning of the game, Tibby accidentally falls off Heaven World. A mysterious individual (the player) finds him, and agrees to help him return to Heaven World. The two see a Green Tower in the distance, and decide to go to it. They pass through various lands, helping various people with their troubles by clearing Rhythm Games along the way in order to progress.
Once Tibby and the player finally reach Lush Woods, where the Lush Tower can be found, they meet Trey. He has been guarding the tower for a long time, and agrees to help Tibby reach Heaven World by having him and the player climb the tower, clearing Rhythm Games in order to restore the flow to the tower, and thus activate its power.
After Tibby and the player clear Lush Tower, Tibby tries to use its power to return to Heaven World, but it is not enough. Trey informs him that they need a rainbow of power for that, after which the six towers appear. Tibby and the player are allowed to tackle them in any order they wish. The short versions from the lands return as "powered-up" Rhythm Games, which are the original versions, but renamed to avoid confusion. Many of their names and descriptions now coincide with their arrange versions, however.
After the six towers of Lush Woods are cleared, they focus their power into Lush Tower to create a rainbow, which allows Tibby to return to Heaven World. The story appears to be finished, however, Tibby sends a letter to the player saying there's trouble in Heaven World, asking for their help.
The player, using the letter to climb up the rainbow, reaches Heaven World. Tibby explains that he doesn't know what's happened, but trusts that with the player's help, they can fix it. They pass through a few lands, helping Tibby's friends by clearing Rhythm Games along the way in order to progress. During this, they learn of a strange sound that was heard coming from Tibby's house, and dark clouds covered the sky. This lead to the inhabitants feeling depressed, not knowing who could've done this.
After clearing all of the lands along the way, the duo finally reach Mamarin Palace, which is also Tibby's Mom. Here they meet Colin, who has been looking for Tibby to inform him that Tibby's Mom is in trouble. He asks the duo to climb up to the top of the palace to ask her face-to-face what's happened. To open the door however, they need to climb up the two towers next to the palace, clearing the Rhythm Games in them to restore the flow, and thus unlock the door to the palace proper.
The Rhythm Games in this section are the arrange versions. In some cases, these end up being the third version of some games, having a completely new name and description. Notably, Karate Man Senior is not an arrangement of any existing game, but is present here nonetheless.
After clearing the Rhythm Games within Tibby's Mom and climbing to the top, Tibby tries talking to her. Although she doesn't respond, Tibby explains to her what has happened along his way back, meeting a lot of people, and learning that everyone else has troubles like him. He says he has decided to live as one who helps others, but still gets no response from his mother. She then exhales, revealing she was actually holding her breath to cure her hiccups the whole time, which is what caused the spooky voice and gloomy skies in Heaven World.
In the Café, the player can access (from left to right) StreetPass Terrace, the Stable, talking to the Barista and other characters, the Shop, Museum, Badges, Memories, and Mascots. Each option is unlocked after certain points in the game. Notably, the Barista no longer helps the player skip games they are having trouble with; instead, Rupert shows up when it's time for that, and charges a fee to skip the game.
Endless Games
Endless Games return in Rhythm Heaven Megamix, including one game from each installment, and a new one of its own. They are unlocked by completing all three Trials set by the Gatekeeper Trio on that game's Gate, after which the endless game will be available in the Museum.
Challenge Land
Challenge Land is a new feature in Rhythm Heaven Megamix which allows up to 4 players to ride the Challenge Train though various courses consisting of Rhythm Games with altered rules. The Perfect Campaign returns, appearing in this section. If the player misses during an attempt, the game ends with the message "You Missed..." rather than continuing like a normal game. After a Perfect is obtained, the player does not receive a Gift. Instead, each campaign awards one Flow Ball, which can used to purchase Rhythm Games at the Shop. The Rhythm Items and Music also purchasable in the Shop serve the same purpose as the Gifts in previous games.
Missing Games
While most games returned in Rhythm Heaven Megamix, 24 didn't make the cut. The following are the games from past installments of Rhythm Heaven that did not return for Rhythm Heaven Megamix. (Arrange versions whose long version is in Rhythm Heaven Megamix are highlighted in this font. Remixes, Endless Games, Games, and Two-Player Games aren't listed.) Many of the Arrange versions have new patterns or new cues, which also exist in Rhythm Heaven Megamix, but are never used. It is debatable how many of these were actually intended to appear in the game or were simply leftover data from the porting process.
Rhythm Heaven Megamix Demo (リズム天国 ザ・ベスト＋ 体験版?, Rhythm Tengoku: The Best Plus Taikenban), also known as Rhythm Paradise Megamix Demo in Europe, and 리듬 세상 더 베스트＋ 체험판 (Lideum Sesang Deo Beseuteu Peulleoseu Cheheompan?, Rhythm World The Best Plus Trial Version) in Korea, was released on June 15th, 2016 in North America and September 2nd, 2016 in Europe and Australia, along with the full release of Rhythm Heaven Megamix. It includes limited versions of the Rhythm Games and Challenge Land from the full version.
When choosing "Try Rhythm Games!", the player goes directly to the Introduction (which can be skipped), after which they meet Tibby, who rapid-fires through several games, and comments after each one. If the player gets an OK or higher, they move on to the next game.
All epilogues are replaced with one thanking the player for playing the game (all of which play the "OK" jingle). It depicts Tibby calling out to the player. The text differs between the and versions.
Try out Rhythm Heaven Megamix!
Try out Rhythm Heaven Megamix!
Try out Rhythm Heaven Megamix!
I hope you had fun!
I hope you had fun!
I hope you had fun!
Although the player is shown to get Coins after clearing a Rhythm Game, the counter gets reset after each game.
After clearing all the Rhythm Games, Tibby presents the player with a "Remix" featuring several games from the full version to prompt the player to purchase it.
The "Challenge Land (Multiplayer)" mode contains three courses not found in the full version; however, it is not playable solo. There are also two Rhythm Games exclusive to this mode.
Rhythm Tengoku: The Uta Matsuri+ (リズム天国 ザ・歌祭り＋?, Rhythm Heaven: The Song Festival+) was a promotional concert for the game held at AKIHABARA Backstage pass in Japan and streamed live on nicovideo on June 26th, 2015. It was hosted by Araken[1].
The concert is notable for being the only time that the full versions of Tokimeki no Story and Classmate have been heard.
Reception
The game received favourable reviews from Famitsu reviewers, where it received a score of 34/40[2] and is known to be favorable on Metacritic with an average score of 83[3]. This game debuted at No. 1 in Japanese charts maintained by Media Create[4]. According to a report, this game sold over 500,000 copies in Japan by the end of 2015[5]. As of February 2016, the total sales in Japan reached 650,000 copies[6].
Not be available physically in every region, as the North American version was only released as a digital download on the Nintendo eShop, while all other regions also received a physical release.
No longer be available for purchase in North America, as the Nintendo eShop was the only place to purchase this version prior to its closing in March of 2023.
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