Alright, fellow couch surfers and professional snackers! Grab your dancing shoes (or, you know, just your socks), because we're about to dive into the rhythmic revolution known as 'Just Dance 2015'. This game is less about perfect pirouettes and more about flailing around like a baby deer trying to walk for the first time. Join me as we hit the dance floor, armed with the promise of both embarrassing moments and calorie burning-especially if you count all that cheese you just inhaled from the buffet table!
'Just Dance 2015' is the sixth installment in the series, and if you've played one before, you pretty much know the drill: mimic the moves of fantastically fit dancers on your screen while feverishly trying to not accidentally punch your friends in the face. The game is like a high school dance-off, minus the awkwardness-oh wait, never mind. The improved motion detection now allows players to use their smartphones as controllers, so your buddy's phone is just as likely to be flung across the room during a particularly intense move as a traditional controller would be. And let me tell you, nothing says 'having fun' quite like a broken screen!
Graphically, 'Just Dance 2015' takes a trip down the neon-lit avenue of pop culture. It's vibrant, it's flashy, and it screams 'LOOK AT ME!' The dancers pop off the screen in colorful outfits reminiscent of a rainbow threw up on a music video set. Unbelievably, Ubisoft somehow makes it so you feel like you're part of an extravagant music video, even if your dance skills are more suited to a participation trophy. Plus, we've got everything from extravagant set designs to choreographed chaos, reminding you why you're probably still single. Pro tip: When dancing to 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams, try not to convey a sad clown vibe.
'Just Dance 2015' is pretty much the friendliest dance game around; it's forgiving, fun, and perfect for parties or an awkward family gathering where Uncle Larry tries to show off his moves. While some critics scratched their heads at the pop-heavy lineup and a user interface more confusing than your grandmother's online shopping habits, it's still hard to resist the pull of this dance floor fiesta. The game may not have revolutionized the genre, but heck, it delivers what it promises: a workout disguised as a party. Grab a group of friends, hit play, and remember to drink some water between those new-dance routines, because boy, are you going to need it! Score: 7.5 out of 10. Now, who's up for a dance-off?