Def Jam Rapstar is a rapping game developed by 4mm Games. The game was released on October 5, 2010 in the United States of America (U.S.), and released on November 26, 2010 in Europe. An official launch event was held at New York's Hudson hotel on October 6, 2010 to celebrate the game's U.S. release. As of October 5, 2011, the community site has been shut down with no official word on when or if it will be reopened, causing major features of the game to be inaccessible.
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Def Jam Rapstar is a karaoke game focused entirely on hip-hop, allowing you to channel your inner rap star with a tracklist of over 40 iconic songs. It features decent voice recognition, and you can even create and share your own music videos showcasing your performances. However, the career mode can feel restrictive, forcing you to sing portions of songs alongside the rap vocals rather than offering a pure rapping experience. While Def Jam Rapstar offers a unique and fun niche party game, it ultimately feels limited in its execution compared to more open-ended karaoke experiences.