Grease DS box art

Nintendo DS · Music & Rhythm

Grease

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperZoë Mode
Publisher505 Games
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo DS, Grease is a rhythm game developed by Zoë Mode and published by 505 Games.

Zoë Mode also made Dancing with the Stars: We Dance! and Rock Revolution for the DS.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you play on a TV with noticeable input lag

What playing Grease is like

Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.

Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.

Grease gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Playing DS games today

Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.

Grease FAQ

Who made Grease?

It was developed by Zoë Mode and published by 505 Games.

How long does Grease take to play?

As a rhythm game, Grease typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Grease on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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