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Review of Just Dance 2018 on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2017
Cover image of Just Dance 2018 on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 24 Oct 2017
Genre: Dance
Developer: Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Shanghai
Publisher: Ubisoft

Introduction

Get your sweatbands ready and clear the living room! It's time to 'Just Dance 2018' on the Nintendo Switch, a game that's basically the world's biggest dance-off where awkwardness is the only entry requirement! Whether you're a pro or just 'gracefully' flapping around like a caffeinated chicken, this game promises a whirlwind of fun (and maybe a few laughs at your expense).

Gameplay

Just Dance 2018 invites players to follow the moves of on-screen dancers as if their life depended on it. With an array of songs spanning from the 1980s to the modern pop hits, you can bop along to classics like Queen's 'Another One Bites The Dust' while wildly thrashing your limbs about in an effort to snag that elusive 'Perfect' rank. Thankfully, there's no judgment here-unless you invite your friends. They'll definitely comment on your imaginary dance skills! But wait! There's more! The game offers a myriad of modes. Get yourself moving in the 'Sweat' mode, where you can justify your dance party as a workout (there's a strong possibility that you may end up doing more 'sweating' than 'dancing'). It even has a 'Kids Mode', which is perfect for the little ones who want to join in on the embarrassing fun. Trust me, seeing a toddler bust a move is the antidote to a long day. The 'Dance Lab' is like a wild buffet of dance moves. Picture it: you're dancing like a cow, then suddenly, you're a flamingo. This mode lets you experiment with the choreography while also providing you with scores that will fuel your competitive spirit. All that while trying not to get distracted by that one friend who thinks they can freestyle their was to each song. Spoiler: they can't! And if that's not enough to make you jump around your room like a hyperactive squirrel, the 'World Dance Floor' has seasonal battles where you can either crush your enemies or reach out in camaraderie-whatever that looks like in dance form.

Graphics

The graphics may not look like they were ripped straight from a Pixar movie, but they sure are vibrant enough to keep your attention and distract you from the fact that you can't really dance. Smooth animations and colorful visuals give each track a unique personality, perfectly matching the energy of the songs. Prepare your eyes for a kaleidoscope of sparkle and sieges!

Conclusion

In the end, Just Dance 2018 on the Nintendo Switch is a rollicking good time that encourages movement, laughter, and a few challenging dance-offs between friends. It's essentially a living room version of 'Dancing with the Stars'-without the stars, or endorsements, but still boasts more fun than you can shake a Joy-Con at! It's not just about going hard or going home; it's about having fun and embracing your inner dancing queen (or king, or whatever). So grab your friends or family, flex those limbs, and prepare for some questionable dance moves. Trust me, your future self will thank you-especially if it tells you to put those dance videos on YouTube for posterity!

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