Karaoke Studio NES box art

Nintendo Entertainment System · Music & Rhythm

Karaoke Studio

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SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1987
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperTOSE
PublisherBandai
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Karaoke Studio is a rhythm game released in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by TOSE and published by Bandai.

It landed about 2 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1987 include Final Fantasy, Metal Gear and Mega Man.

TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded for the NES.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

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 NES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Karaoke Studio 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.

Karaoke Studio gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Karaoke Studio walkthroughs & guides

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Playing NES games today

NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Karaoke Studio FAQ

When did Karaoke Studio come out on the NES?

Karaoke Studio was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987.

Who made Karaoke Studio?

It was developed by TOSE and published by Bandai.

Is Karaoke Studio multiplayer?

No. Karaoke Studio is a single-player game.

How long does Karaoke Studio take to play?

As a rhythm game, Karaoke Studio 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 Karaoke Studio 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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