dance mat

Floor rhythm controller

A dance mat is a flat electronic pad with pressure-sensitive panels that players step on in rhythm to music, typically connected to a video game console or computer.

The game displays arrows or symbols indicating which panel to hit and when: We wore out two dance mats playing DDR.

Also called a dance pad.

rhythm

beat

Rhythmic pulse or strike

  • tempoRate of musical performance
  • timingArt of choosing moments
  • arrowsShafted projectiles for bows

sync · BPM · measure · downbeat · upbeat · eighth notes · quarter notes · stream · gallop · jack

gaming

arcade

Arched passageway or gaming hall

combo · high score · multiplayer · freestyle · challenge mode · difficulty · pass · fail · A-grade · full combo

coordination

footwork

Skilled lower-limb movement

reflexes · precision · dexterity · stepping · left foot · right foot · crossover · body awareness · practice · motor skills

fitness

cardio

Pulse-elevating exercise regimen

aerobics · stamina · endurance · sweat · heart rate · exergaming · weight loss · movement · physical activity · legs

Categories
Opposites
input method/controller type

dance matjoystick

Tilting lever for control

gamepad · thumbstick · controller · mouse · keyboard

Family

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G