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Review of Just Dance 2021 on Xbox Series X/S

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Nov 2020
Cover image of Just Dance 2021 on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8
Released: 24 Nov 2020
Genre: Rhythm Game
Developer: Ubisoft Paris
Publisher: Ubisoft

Introduction

Ah, Just Dance 2021. The perennial classic that promises you'll burn more calories than you do binging Netflix on a Friday night! With the Xbox Series X/S being home to this latest installment, it's time to dust off those dance moves and get ready to shimmy your way through some of today's hottest tracks. Have no fear; I am here to guide you through the rhythm that is just waiting to be danced upon!

Gameplay

Let's be real, you know the deal: you pick a song, you follow the dancer on screen, and if you're good enough, you pretend that this is how you dance at parties. In Just Dance 2021, the action unfolds similar to previous versions, but with a sprinkle of new features. The 'World Dance Floor' is revamped! You can now compete in a three-song tournament against friends or strangers more easily than ever before. Forget the last-minute panic of choosing the right song-'Quick Play' mode allows jumping right into the groove with a random track. Can't choose between 'Blinding Lights' and 'Dance Monkey'? Let the game decide for you! For serious dancers-or those trying to be-details like accuracy ratings allow you to stalk your dancing skills like a desperate ex on social media. Who knew self-reflection could also be this much fun? And if you're trying to impress your friends, trust me, the 'Just Dance Unlimited' feature ensures that you won't run out of tracks to dance to, with a whole library of new and old dance songs. It's basically a massive dance party in your home, without your mom yelling about the noise!

Graphics

Visually, Just Dance 2021 continues the whimsical tradition of the franchise. You'll see colorful backgrounds, funky costumes, and enough free-spirited movements that even a sloth might feel inspired. Its use of bright colors and high-energy visuals creates an inviting atmosphere; the dancers seem to leap off the screen and invite you to join in, almost like those soulful, too-happy-to-be-true infomercials. The character animations do a good job of capturing the moves you need to mimic (though let's be honest, how many of us actually look that good while dancing?) and the environments are visually amusing enough to keep you entertained while you sweat it out.

Conclusion

All in all, Just Dance 2021 is a solid addition to the long-standing series. It embraces everything fans love and adds some fresh features that show the developers know how to keep the formula engaging. If you're in need of some cardio disguised as fun or merely a way to make your goofy friends feel like stars for an hour, this game delivers like pizza on a Friday night. So grab that Xbox controller-or a smartphone if you're feeling wild-and have a dance-off the likes of which your living room has never seen. You ready to bust a move? I'll see you on the dance floor...assuming you can keep up!

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