Just Dance 2022
- November 3, 2021
- Ubisoft Paris
Just Dance 2022.. where on Earth have you been? We needed you during all the lockdowns!
Get on Xbox Games StoreJust Dance 2022, the ultimate dance game, is back with new universes and 40 hot new tracks from chart-topping hits like "Believer" by Imagine Dragons, "Level Up" by Ciara, and more! Looking to share some fun with friends and family? Just Dance 2022 is for you!
Reviews
- The game offers a great workout and is fun to play with friends and family.
- The visuals and choreography have significantly improved, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players.
- Just Dance Unlimited provides access to a large library of songs, enhancing replayability and variety.
- The base game has a limited number of songs, and many popular tracks require a subscription to access.
- There are persistent ads for the subscription service, which can be annoying for players who have already purchased the game.
- Some players find the scoring system too lenient, making it feel less challenging and rewarding.
- music62 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the diverse soundtrack that includes a variety of genres, particularly K-pop, and the fun choreography that enhances the dancing experience. However, some users express disappointment over the limited number of songs available without a subscription, feeling that the selection could be more extensive and that the reliance on CGI dancers detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the game offers a solid musical experience for exercise and fun, the subscription model for accessing a broader song library is a common point of contention among players.
“Great game, great soundtrack, great dances.”
“I really enjoyed the variety of songs that they had to offer with unlimited, and I think that it would be a good form of exercise that could last a long time given how many songs they have.”
“I like the inclusive music selection as well as the addition of so many K-pop songs.”
“The worst songs were the ones with CGI dancers (fully CGI, not live-capture).”
“Lately, Just Dance has been disappointing and if you had favorite songs from previous versions of the game, you have to pay for a subscription to play them.”
“All of the songs are either old, lame, or too mellow to dance.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their impressive visuals and complexity, showcasing the developers' ability to leverage advancing technology. While some users note potential performance differences in newer versions, the overall aesthetic appeal remains a standout feature, even if the song selection may not resonate with everyone.
“But the developers have taken advantage of increasing technology to create increasingly interesting visuals for their dances and make the dances themselves more complex over time.”
“I freaking love the graphics for this game.”
“The visuals are amazing, but the songs are just not personally my cup of tea.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the monetization strategy, highlighting that after paying $45 for the game, they are overwhelmed by persistent ads promoting a premium subscription service. The constant push for additional spending, particularly for temporary access to extra content, is seen as excessive and detracts from the overall experience.
“Not only did I already pay $45 for a game, but as soon as you enter the game, they bombard you with Just Dance Premium ads.”
“The advertising to spend more is absurd; it's a constant barrage of their unlimited service and how it adds 700 songs (that you don't get to keep).”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's extensive library of hundreds of songs from previous titles, available for a reasonable annual fee of $25, which significantly enhances its replayability.
“Hundreds of songs from past games for only $25 a year is a great price and gives this game replayability.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while there may be minor performance and graphical enhancements in the latest versions, the primary appeal lies in the diverse song selection, particularly appreciated by younger players.
Critic Reviews
Just Dance 2022 Review #PS5
Just Dance 2022.. where on Earth have you been? We needed you during all the lockdowns!
88%Just Dance 2022 Review
Make no mistake. Just Dance 2022 is Just Dance 2021 (and 2020, and 2019) all over again. Also, make no mistake, this remains tons of fun. Sure, nothing has really changed, but if it ain't broke, why fix it. Sadly, while there has been a pretty strong improvement on the visual front, with the people behind this experimenting way more with the videos and the choreography, the soundtrack is one of the least impressive in the franchise.
60%Just Dance 2022 Review
Just Dance 2022 is okay. It's more of the same with some cool new tracks, a slick and smooth experience overall that plays it safe and works just fine as a result. However, it also constantly pushes its subscription service and ends up feeling a little convoluted and tacky as it spends more time flogging tracks you don't own over letting you enjoy the ones included with the base game. Fans of the series — or anyone who's just danced to even a single track from the series — will know exactly what they're getting here, but newcomers should be aware that they'll need to fork out more cash after buying the game in order to enjoy the full experience.
60%
