

Reviews are where your performances feed back into the stats that produced them, because each attribute will rise or fall to reflect what just happened. A 5-star performance may consist of consistent 4-star contributions. The overall rating for a show is the average of all the songs performed - albeit slightly more generous so that perfection is not required. This time, it is the "frontman" who gets to contribute twice instead of once - so consider who is at the forefront.

As with writing, each band member on stage contributes their score and the highest determines how well the song was received in each category. Once songs exist, it is the on-stage performers who must bring it to life. Members who are dedicated backstage staff will contribute twice instead of once - increasing the chances of a good song being written. Each member of the team contributes their score to a new song, and whoever scores the highest will be credited with making it. ATTITUDE indicates how likely they are to either contribute or cause trouble.Įach week, depending on the size of your team and their collective attitude, new songs may be recorded. HAPPINESS is the pleasure they currently get from their work. WRITING is their ability to compose artistic music. PRODUCTION is their ability to compose entertaining music. TALENT is their ability to perform artistic songs live. PERFORMANCE is their ability to perform entertaining songs live. REPUTATION is their ability to draw fans to artistic content. POPULARITY is the artist's ability to draw fans to entertaining content. Each of the game's many artists has the following attributes that influence this process: As in real life, popular music is more likely to shoot up the charts and draw fans - but without substance, the success may be short-lived. Popscene divides the music making process into entertainment (represented by stars) and artistry (represented by hearts). If this affects you, consider turning off MP3 music in the options.

* Please note that this game's use of MP3s may not be compatible with some devices. With an endless schedule of possibilities before you, and an ever-evolving industry to immerse yourself in, Popscene captures the highs and lows of music in the palm of your hand! Then record hits that will top the charts and take them on the road to over 20 different venues - complete with real reviews that scrutinize your strengths and weaknesses. Form your own band by recruiting talent from over 100 artists across 6 unique labels.

This special "VIP" edition of the music industry sim allows you to enjoy it at its best with no interruptions - plus a "Backstage Pass" that invites you behind the scenes to save your changes to all 150 characters!īring your music collection to life with animated performances as you embark on a career in the industry.
