Just Dance 2021
- November 12, 2020
- Ubisoft Paris
Just Dance 2021 works fine with solid choreography, but with very few base game changes, Just Dance Unlimited feels like a much better option.
Just Dance 2021 is the ultimate dance game, with 40 hot new tracks from chart-topping hits from artists like Dua Lipa, Twice, Shawn Mendes and Billie Eilish. Start dancing right away in quickplay mode or join the improved dance floor where you can challenge other dancers from all over the world. Time to start a dance party your friends and family can enjoy!
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Reviews
- Just Dance is a fun and engaging way for families to enjoy music and dance together, providing hours of entertainment.
- The game offers a great mix of songs and dance styles, making it suitable for all ages and a good workout option.
- Many players appreciate the physical activity aspect of the game, finding it a fun way to stay active and burn calories.
- Access to a larger song library requires a subscription, which many players find expensive and frustrating.
- The game can sometimes be inaccurate in scoring, leading to frustration for those aiming for high scores.
- Some songs may not be age-appropriate for younger players, limiting the game's appeal for family-friendly play.
- music51 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in Just Dance 2021 features a fun mix of popular songs, primarily from 2020, but players are limited to around 40 tracks unless they subscribe for additional content, which many find expensive. While the game offers a variety of genres and enjoyable choreography, concerns about age-appropriateness and the repetitive nature of the base song selection have been noted. Overall, while the music enhances the gameplay experience, the subscription model and limited initial song offerings detract from its appeal for some users.
“Just Dance is a fun way to listen to popular music.”
“I already went through 40 songs of Just Dance 2021 this morning (game just arrived yesterday), and it was a blast.”
“The songs are a great mix of genres, and the choreography has enough familiar moves to make the game comfortable to jump into, but it also has some new moves that I don't think I've seen in the other Just Dance games.”
“The only unfortunate thing is that you do only get access to about 40 songs from the 500 they tell you you have.”
“The con is that it doesn’t have a lot of songs to choose from.”
“These games are always our favorites, however the song choices that come without additional purchase or membership in this version leave something to be desired.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highlighted as a standout feature, particularly the background visuals, which enhance the overall experience. However, there are limitations in multiplayer functionality for geographically separated players.
“The highlight of this game should be the background visuals.”
“The graphics are stunning and truly bring the game world to life.”
“Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
“The highlight of this game should be the background visuals, but they are underwhelming.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and do not match the quality of the environments.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game largely stems from their own lack of dancing skills, leading to amusing attempts that entertain both themselves and their friends and family. The comedic value is amplified by the contrast between their efforts and the skilled dancers in the game.
“I can't dance to save my life, but I end up laughing my head off trying to dance like the characters in the game. It's even more hilarious for my friends and family watching me attempt it.”
“I can't dance to save my life, but I end up laughing my head off trying to dance like the characters in the game. It's even more hilarious for my friends and family watching me attempt it.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging for kids, as they find it enjoyable; however, it primarily involves arm movements for scoring points, limiting the use of legs.
“The gameplay is engaging and fun for kids, as they only need to move their arms to score points, making it accessible and enjoyable.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game's replayability is hindered by a lack of variety, repetitive music tracks, and unintuitive controls, alongside a subscription model that detracts from the overall experience, making it less suitable for family gaming.
