: While famous for "Dance" (4-panel), it also supports modes like Pump (5-panel), kb7 , para , beat , Popn , and kickbox .
: Includes a Couples mode for cooperative play where two players coordinate on one chart, often requiring them to switch positions on the pads. Stepmania
StepMania is heavily moddable through a collection of files that control its entire presentation: : While famous for "Dance" (4-panel), it also
: Control graphics, colors, layouts, screen transitions, and audio feedback. Popular themes include Simply Love and various DDR arcade replicas. Popular themes include Simply Love and various DDR
: Modern versions (like StepMania 5) use Lua scripting for complex theme behaviors and BGAnimations. Versions & Evolution
: Players can use "modifiers" to drastically change how notes appear and behave visually. Customisation & Theming
is a free, open-source rhythm game engine and cross-platform video game. Originally developed as a clone of Konami's Dance Dance Revolution , it has evolved into a highly extensible engine that supports various rhythm-based game types. Core Gameplay & Features