Introduction

Just Dance 2017 is the latest installment in Ubisoft's far-reaching saga where players shimmy, shake, and sometimes totally embarrass themselves in the living room. This game is not just about dance moves; it's a critical examination of our urge to groove while strangers laugh at our flailing limbs. In this review, we dive into the characters, the Dance Mode universe, and the electrifying soundtrack, while also giving a shout-out to those floppy aliens who just want to save their spaceship battery. Buckle up, folks-this is going to be one funky ride!

Gameplay

In Just Dance 2017, players take on the role of a heroic 'coach' while mimicking the choreography of a flamboyantly dressed dancer on screen. Scoring is based on your accuracy, which is just like gym class, but without the dodgeball corpses. New features include the 'Just Dance Machine' mode-a bizarre intergalactic dance-off where you respawn as an eclectic collection of alien dancers trying to save their spaceship. Why aliens? Because Earth is the top vacation spot for dance rituals, apparently! And those cosmic rounds will keep you guessing and hopefully moving in the right direction, unlike your inebriated uncle at weddings. Other modes include the World Dance Floor for multiplayer chaos, Dance Quests to maximize your sweat levels, and the sort of track list designed to make you weep tears of joy or disbelief as you tackle a range of genres. The classic 'Dance Party' mode returns with an additional capability for players to search through the library for their faves, making it easier to avoid those dubious hits that, let's be honest, were marketed strictly for elevator music. Who doesn't love shaking it to Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now'? Meanwhile, just like late-night infomercials, there's a lot of shaking happening with the 'Sweat' mode, where you can burn calories while possibly ruining your reputation amongst family members.

Graphics

Visually, Just Dance 2017 is vibrant and overstimulating-like a disco ball exploded on a toddler's birthday cake. The colorful menu fills your screen, filled with dancers who prance around in an array of styles-from hip hop to waltz to an occasionally baffling mix that leaves you wondering if they've taken a side trip through a kaleidoscope. The graphics are clear without a hint of lag, and the dancers are as animated as someone having a sugar rush, which means you'll feel just about every bit of shimmy they're moving to!

Conclusion

Overall, Just Dance 2017 is a stellar addition to the franchise, if not a heavyweight in the narrative division. It's not Shakespeare; it's more like a Saturday morning cartoon special that makes your body move while appealing to your more primal, carefree self. Dance with aliens, compete with friends online, or get lost in the sheer joy of movement while sampling hits from various eras including catchy pop, legendary classics, and, well, whatever 'Cola Song' was supposed to do for society. It's the perfect recipe for aerobic hilarity. Whether you're part of a team or a single-player, this game offers a fantastic level of enjoyment while simultaneously investigating the depths of your self-esteem. Dance your heart out, and don't forget to film it; the world needs to see that triumphant yet chaotic spin you're definitely going to nail-maybe. Go on, score those moves and end up with a 'superstar' rank! You got this!

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